After graduating from secondary school in Melbourne, Australia, Lisa studied a Bachelor of Education and a Bachelor of Sport and Outdoor Recreation at Monash University. On completion of her degree, she taught at an independent school in Melbourne for 9 years as a PE, Health and Outdoor Education Teacher, together with being the Head of Sport for 9 years.

Lisa started her international school career in Guangzhou, China, followed by working in schools in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam and Riga, Latvia. These roles included teaching Physical Education, Swimming and Health to students across both primary and secondary schools, together with being Sport Coordinator and the Head of PE.

Lisa enjoys playing sports, particularly Cricket, Tennis and Australian Rules Football. Additionally, she loves being out in nature whether that be cycling, hiking or paddling. Being in Europe provides excellent opportunities to travel to different countries and experience different cultures, which Lisa is very much looking forward to doing whilst also exploring all that Budapest has to offer.