C. Lisa Swearingen

C. Lisa Swearingen is an experienced professional with a focus on customer experience and innovation in the hospitality industry. Currently serving as Vice President of Experience Design + Innovation and Customer Experience at Marriott International since March 2012, C. Lisa leads global teams to enhance guest experiences and support company strategy across various disciplines. Prior roles include Senior Director of Global Operations, where innovative concepts were developed through research and testing, and Senior Associate at Booz Allen Hamilton, managing strategy engagements for Fortune 1000 companies. C. Lisa's earlier experience includes corporate development at the Smithsonian Institution and financial assessments for microfinance organizations in Nicaragua. C. Lisa holds an MBA in Finance and Strategy from Kellogg School of Management at Northwestern University and a BBA in Finance and Computer Information Systems from James Madison University.