Lisa Sterling

Lisa Sterling is a trailblazing Chief People Officer and one of today’s most influential voices in HR leadership, employee experience, and the future of work. As the CPO at Perceptyx—a leading platform in employee listening and people analytics—Lisa leads a cross-functional team dedicated to transforming the way organizations engage, grow, and retain their people.

With a proven track record as a former CHRO, award-winning HR tech influencer, and Forbes HR Council contributor, Lisa brings unmatched passion, purpose, and precision to every aspect of people strategy. She champions a bold, people-first approach that positions HR not as a support function—but as a strategic powerhouse and catalyst for organizational performance.

At Perceptyx, Lisa’s leadership has driven measurable impact, including:

• A reduction in new hire turnover, saving over $500K in opportunity costs
• A 7-day decrease in time-to-fill, accelerating talent acquisition
• A 10% increase in revenue per employee through employee engagement strategies
• A 20% reduction in HR tech spend by implementing a unified HCM system
• A 15% gain in communication efficiency through streamlined internal messaging
• Significant cost savings and increased sentiment through benefits redesign

Lisa doesn’t just talk about evolving the employee experience—she delivers it. Her focus spans talent acquisition, organizational performance, internal communication, total rewards, and leadership development. She is especially passionate about building AI-literate HR teams, fostering equitable workplaces, mentoring emerging leaders, and elevating underrepresented voices.

Named a Top 100 HR Tech Influencer, HRO Practitioner Superstar, and one of Working Mother’s 100 Making a Difference, Lisa’s voice is regularly featured in Fast Company, SHRM, HRE, and other major platforms. She’s recognized for her ability to bridge the gap between people and technology—bringing together data, empathy, and innovation to unlock human potential.

Whether she’s advising C-suite leaders or mentoring the next generation of HR professionals, Lisa is a bold advocate for reshaping HR from the inside out—where people, not process, come first.