Lisa Keslar
Lisa Keslar has over three decades of professional entrepreneurial experience across a diverse spectrum of industries. Presently, she serves as the co-founder and co-owner of Keslar Insurance Agency, an independent insurance agency deeply rooted in the local communities of Newmarket and Rochester, NH. The agency specializes in delivering comprehensive home, auto, and business insurance solutions throughout New Hampshire, Maine, and Massachusetts.
Throughout her career, Lisa has occupied diverse leadership roles encompassing marketing, human resources, operations, and finance. These varied responsibilities have equipped her with a comprehensive insight into the multifaceted requirements of emerging enterprises, predominantly within the manufacturing and distribution domains.
Lisa's academic foundation comprises a Bachelor of Science in Marketing and Communications from Babson College, where she honed her skills and knowledge. She furthered her academic journey at the same institution, earning an MBA with a specialized focus on Entrepreneurship and Small Business Management.
Lisa's commitment to education is underscored by her extensive involvement in academia. Over the past four years, she has played an instrumental faculty role in UNH's entrepreneurial program and has dedicated twelve years as faculty and team lead to the marketing program at SNHU. Beyond the classroom, Lisa has demonstrated her dedication to fostering vibrant business ecosystems by assuming leadership positions. Notably, she served as the President of the Newmarket Business Association, held the position of Secretary at the Exeter Area Chamber of Commerce, and contributed to the Communications Committee of the New Hampshire Women's Foundation among holding several other board-level positions at various nonprofits.