Lisa Toppin
VP, Workforce and Market Expansion
With more than two decades of experience as an HR executive, Lisa Toppin, Ed.D., leads workforce and market expansion for Carson Group. Holding accountability for establishing practices, policies, infrastructure, and internal alignment that will empower Carson to appeal to and effectively serve a broader and more diverse set of stakeholders, advisors, and investors, Dr. Toppin is leading the expansion of Carson's addressable market for talent and new business.
Most recently, Dr. Toppin served as the head of global diversity for the biotech firm Illumina. An award-winning diversity leader, she has held similar positions for Charles Schwab and LPL Financial, in addition to leading a wide range of HR and talent functions, including learning & development, talent management, and executive recruiting. Beyond her role leading people and culture practices, Lisa's experience in the wealth management industry also includes a brief stint as a producing financial advisor.
In addition, Dr. Toppin has led a successful practice as a consultant, trainer, and fractional Chief People Officer.
She is a graduate of Howard University, with a Master's from Rutgers and an Ed. D from George Washington University.
