Lisa Scott-Founds

Woman of the year 2011

 A Fort Lauderdale native and Stranahan High graduate, Lisa received a BS in communications from FSU. She then became Director of PR for the Center for Theoretical Physics at the UM. Several years later she accepted a position with the Fort Lauderdale Chamber of Commerce which led her to her role with Winterfest. She is now in her 16^th year as President and CEO.

 

Lisa’s love for Winterfest developed when she watched every parade from early childhood. She is committed to creating a quality, high profile event for the community that brings family and friends together. Winterfest, celebrating 40 years, has grown into an internationally recognized event and has earned the title “The World’s Most Watched Boat Parade.”

 

Lisa enjoys her community and charity involvement. One of her favorites is PINION, where she has served on the board in a variety of roles (from chairing events, to her existing position as VP of Publicity). She is touched to have been chosen by her PINION family and proud to represent this outstanding organization.

 

Lisa serves on the Art Institute of Fort Lauderdale Board and is Past-President of Beaux Arts. She co-chaired the Riverwalk Tribute and assisted with The Pantry and United Way events.  She is a member of Downtown Rotary, Fort Lauderdale Women’s Club, Leadership Broward, Fort Lauderdale Chamber and Marine related associations to name a few

 

Lisa’s notable distinctions include the Fort Lauderdale Chamber Circle of Excellence Award, March of Dimes Woman of Distinction, Symphony of the Americas Woman of Style and Substance, Cystic Fibrosis Fort Lauderdale’s Finest Couples, amongst other’s from In Focus Magazine and the Hispanic Chamber. Lisa sits on the Fort Lauderdale Marine Advisory and Centennial Boards. She was recently named Broward College Distinguished Alumnae and Fort Lauderdale Citizen of the Year.

 

She is so grateful to her dear friend and liaison, Lee and to her blonde babe brigade- Anne, Arlette, Cathy, Ginny and Teresa- for making this experience extra special.

 

Lisa and David live life to its fullest and love being surrounded by their loving family, friends and their two beagles. She dedicates today to her father whom she lost to cancer.