Lisa Goodman is a past Chair of the EDB and a current member of the Executive Committee. For the last 19 years, Lisa has served on the Executive Team of The Benaroya Company where she leads strategic marketing, government relations and community engagement for both Benaroya and its Data Center company Centeris. Lisa has over 30 years of experience spanning Commercial Real Estate, Data Centers, Technology, Financial Services, Retail and Healthcare.

Q & A

• Why did you decide to join the EDB Board when you were invited to do so?

I decided to join the EDB Board due to its important mission of creating jobs and business prosperity with the aim of improving the economic well-being and lives of the citizens of Tacoma-Pierce County. I’ve seen first-hand the EDB generate a high return on investment for our community.  I was invited to join the EDB Board almost ten years ago.

• What do you feel is the most important element you bring to this Board?

I bring extensive private sector and board experience plus a deep understanding of commercial real estate, technology and economic development. And goes without saying a commitment to the vitality of Tacoma-Pierce County.

• What accomplishments have you already achieved as a board member and are there other things you would you like to achieve?

I’m proud to have served on the CEO Search Committee for our new President & CEO Michael Catsi, acted as past Board Chair leading an amazing board, helped to change board bylaws to add small minority business board positions to better reflect our community, as well as co-chairing the Technology Acceleration Cluster Team. As a member of the Leadership Council, I’m committed to help the EDB achieve its funding campaign to execute its new strategic focus for 2026 – 2030. I believe the EDB is just getting started and the best is yet to come.

• What is something about yourself that others in the business community might not know about you?

I’m a passionate arts advocate and collector serving on the boards of the Seattle Art Museum, The Hammer Museum in Los Angeles and the Yale School of Art Dean’s Task Force.