Lisa M. Chronister, FAIA, AICP, LEED AP is the Assistant Director of the Oklahoma City Planning Department where she leverages her architectural expertise to influence public decision making, improving public and private development to ensure a vibrant, attractive environment for the entire community.
Before joining the Planning Department in 2014, Lisa worked for over two decades in traditional architectural practice, establishing herself as an accomplished manager of complex and large-scale building projects, both new and renovation. Throughout her career, Lisa has devoted her time and talent to teaching, mentoring, and professional service, including two terms as President of AIA Central Oklahoma, founder of the chapter’s Women in Architecture group, and service as a longtime AIA representative to National Architectural Accrediting Board (NAAB) visiting teams. Lisa has been appointed to multiple AIA national award juries and committees and is herself a recipient of national honors, including induction into the AIA College of Fellows.
Lisa earned a Master of Architecture from Pratt Institute and a Bachelor of Architecture from the University of Oklahoma. She also holds a master’s degree in public administration from the University of Central Oklahoma.