Lisa M. Chmiola, M.S., CFRE, CSPG has 24 years of experience in philanthropic development. Currently the Director of Legacy & Gift Planning for Children’s Medical Center Foundation in Dallas, she has served in major gifts and gift planning roles in education (public and private) and religious institutions, following initial career experience in event-based philanthropy. She previously served as the Chief Fablanthropist for Fablanthropy, providing consulting, training, and coaching services, particularly on legacy giving strategies.
An AFP Certified Facilitator since 2014 and TEDx speaker, Lisa has presented at AFP International Conferences (including as a 2025 Closing Keynote).
