Lisa Martin
Lisa Martin is a certified coach, respected author and provocative speaker who believes passionately that women can be dedicated to their career and to being a mom – at the same time.
Committed to helping women know what they want and get what they want out of life, Lisa spent three years researching and writing her book – Briefcase Mom: 10 Proven Practices to Balance Working Mothers’ Lives. It is one of the most valuable tools available to working mothers today, and the foundation for her many successful work-life programs.
A mother herself, Lisa lives what she writes and talks about. And it shows in the way she connects with women. Lisa doesn’t preach – she empowers working mothers to uncover their own solutions. Guiding them through a proven process of prioritizing and self-discovery, she helps them map their path to balance. Lisa has inspired thousands of women across North America to find success on their own terms.
With 20 years of corporate and entrepreneurial experience under her belt, Lisa founded Briefcase Moms because she saw an opportunity to help employers foster a more understanding and supportive work environment for working mothers. Through Briefcase Moms, Lisa is helping employers tackle one of the most significant challenges issues that they are facing today – attracting, engaging and retaining these valued employees.
Known for debunking the myths around working motherhood, Lisa is a sought-after expert on work-life balance issues. Whether she is facilitating a Teleforum for a group of working mothers, leading a workshop for corporate employees or doing a radio interview, Lisa offers powerful insights into a working mother’s psyche and a refreshing, practical approach to finding the right balance.
A work-life authority for several Internet and print publications, Lisa has been noted and quoted in regional and national media outlets including Chatelaine Magazine, Glow Magazine, Homemakers Magazine, Canadian Living Magazine, Woman's World, the Vicki Gabereau Show, the Province, Globe & Mail and CBC Radio. Her work has also been cited by Columbia University as a resource and guide for working parents and employers seeking creative solutions for work-life balance.
Lisa lives in Vancouver, Canada, with her husband and young son.
Lisa Martin is a certified coach, respected author and provocative speaker who believes passionately that women can be dedicated to their career and to being a mom – at the same time.
Committed to helping women know what they want and get what they want out of life, Lisa spent three years researching and writing her book – Briefcase Mom: 10 Proven Practices to Balance Working Mothers’ Lives. It is one of the most valuable tools available to working mothers today, and the foundation for her many successful work-life programs.
A mother herself, Lisa lives what she writes and talks about. And it shows in the way she connects with women. Lisa doesn’t preach – she empowers working mothers to uncover their own solutions. Guiding them through a proven process of prioritizing and self-discovery, she helps them map their path to balance. Lisa has inspired thousands of women across North America to find success on their own terms.
With 20 years of corporate and entrepreneurial experience under her belt, Lisa founded Briefcase Moms because she saw an opportunity to help employers foster a more understanding and supportive work environment for working mothers. Through Briefcase Moms, Lisa is helping employers tackle one of the most significant challenges issues that they are facing today – attracting, engaging and retaining these valued employees.
Known for debunking the myths around working motherhood, Lisa is a sought-after expert on work-life balance issues. Whether she is facilitating a Teleforum for a group of working mothers, leading a workshop for corporate employees or doing a radio interview, Lisa offers powerful insights into a working mother’s psyche and a refreshing, practical approach to finding the right balance.
A work-life authority for several Internet and print publications, Lisa has been noted and quoted in regional and national media outlets including Chatelaine Magazine, Glow Magazine, Homemakers Magazine, Canadian Living Magazine, Woman's World, the Vicki Gabereau Show, the Province, Globe & Mail and CBC Radio. Her work has also been cited by Columbia University as a resource and guide for working parents and employers seeking creative solutions for work-life balance.
Lisa lives in Vancouver, Canada, with her husband and young son.
