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Lisa Miller is an experienced Polk County School Board Member currently serving her second term and seeking re-election to continue providing service-driven leadership for students, families, and the community.
She earned her bachelor’s degree in Mass Communications/Public Relations from University of South Florida and her master’s degree in Public Administration from Barry University.
Lisa began her career in marketing and advertising before launching a successful real estate brokerage that expanded to six locations across Florida. Her life’s work took a new direction after the birth of her son Michael, who was born with significant developmental delays. Since then, Lisa has dedicated more than two decades to improving opportunities for children and adults with disabilities and building advocacy networks at both the local and state levels.
She is a proud member of Leadership Polk Class XVII and Leadership Florida Education Class IX.
Lisa has also served on state advisory and disability leadership councils focused on exceptional student education, family support, and advocacy.
Locally, Lisa partnered with the City of Lakeland to help create the Alliance on Accessibility and support the hiring of its first full-time ADA Coordinator.
During her time on the School Board, Lisa has remained focused on student safety, strong schools, and real opportunities for life after graduation. She worked with Grady Judd to develop an elopement response plan for students with disabilities who go missing during the school day.
Lisa is a proud member of Lakeland Kiwanis Club. A lifelong Polk County resident, she is proud to serve the community she calls home and to help shape a strong future for its students and families.
Lisa is married to Bob, her husband of 24 years. They reside in North Lakeland with their two children.
