Women To Watch Awards 2026 honors Dr. Lisa Daniel

Dr. Lisa Daniel is an accomplished healthcare leader with more than 30 years of experience in finance, administration, and organizational operations across diverse healthcare settings. Recognized for her strategic vision and operational excellence, she has led transformative initiatives that strengthen financial performance, streamline administrative processes, institute change-management protocols, and improve the overall quality of care.

Over the course of her distinguished career, she has held senior leadership roles overseeing financial planning, revenue cycle operations, workforce development, drove innovation & optimization, and long‑term organizational strategy. Her ability to integrate financial insight with mission‑driven leadership has made her a trusted advisor and impactful executive within hospitals, ambulatory networks, and academic medical institutions. 

A dedicated educator as well as a seasoned leader, Dr. Daniel is a professor who teaches a broad range of healthcare courses, including healthcare finance, health policy, leadership, healthcare law & ethics, organizational behavior, allied health & sciences, and healthcare delivery systems. She is known for her student‑centered approach, connecting academic concepts with practical, real‑world healthcare challenges.

In addition to her professional and academic roles, Dr. Daniel is deeply committed to mentorship. She serves as a mentor with several renowned professional associations (e.g., ACHE & HFMA), supporting emerging leaders, early‑careerists, and healthcare professionals as they navigate career development and leadership pathways.

Dr. Lisa Daniel holds a PhD in Human Services with a specialization in Health Care Administration and is widely respected for her dedication to lifelong learning, organizational excellence, and cultivating the next generation of healthcare leaders.