Lisa Guadalupe Clarke is a dynamic leader whose personal journey and professional achievements have made her a transformative force in staffing, diversity, and Latino community advocacy.

A Story Rooted in Resilience - Born in Long Island, New York, and raised in Jucuapa, El Salvador, during the Civil War, Lisa's early life was shaped by adversity. Raised in a single-parent household, her mother immigrated to the U.S. to provide Lisa with greater opportunities and a brighter future. This experience instilled in Lisa a profound understanding of the challenges faced by immigrant families and a deep commitment to community service. Lisa is a nationally and internationally recognized powerhouse in business, diversity, and Latina empowerment.

Professional Leadership - As the Founder and CEO of ATL Search Group, a Women, DBE, and Minority certified full-service staffing company and executive search. She has transformed the workforce landscape by creating opportunities for bilingual and underrepresented talent. With over 28 years of experience in staffing and human resources, she has built a reputation for excellence and dedication. Under her leadership, ATL Search Group has been recognized multiple times, including being named Best of Gwinnett Employment Agency by Gwinnett Magazine and Best Employment Agency Regional by Georgia Biz Journal. Spirit of Alliance Supplier of the Year Class II by GMSDC (Georgia Minority Supplier Development Council). She is also the Founder of Latinas Rise, a nonprofit organization that equips Latina entrepreneurs with the tools to scale and thrive Lisa leads with a focus on bilingual talent and inclusion initiatives. 

Leadership Development - A graduate of Leadership Atlanta Class of 2022 and Leadership Georgia Class of 2019, and CHLI.

Commitment to Service- Lisa actively serves on several prestigious boards, including Board Member for the Georgia Chamber of Commerce, State Advisory Board Member for the UGA SBDC, Advisor Board member of Hispanic Scholarship Fund Atlanta Chapter, Chair for Staffing group for the MBEIC(Minority Business Enterprise Input Committee), Gwinnett Chamber Foundation Board Member, Served as President for ALPFA Atlanta Chapter (Association of Latinos Professionals for America). Lisa Served as the Co-Founder & President for the Women Breakfast Series in English and Spanish EME for the Hispanic Chamber of Commerce and as a Board Member.  She is a leader in the Hispanic community for the U.S. Southeast region, Past Advisory Board Member for the Goizueta Foundation, Inc. & the Gwinnett County Public Schools Advisory Board Member.  In addition, Lisa is an active member of the Salvadorian community in Georgia.

Community Advocacy and Recognition - Lisa's impact extends beyond her professional endeavors. She is the founder of Latinas Rise, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to empowering Latina-owned businesses with at least two years in business or $250K in yearly revenue. Her leadership has earned her numerous accolades, including being named one of 500 Most Influential Leaders in Georgia-by-Georgia Trend Magazine, one of 75 Latinas to Watch in the U.S. by ALPFA National, one of the 50 Most Influential Latinos in Georgia by the Hispanic Chamber of Commerce Recognized as an active member of the Salvadorian community in Georgia for her passion to give back to the community by the Embassy of El Salvador in Washing DC, Latina Business Women of the Year by the Georgia Hispanic Construction Association, Servant Leadership award from ALPFA National at their National Convention, Business Women of the Year By the Georgia Hispanic Chamber of Commerce Recognized as an active member of the Salvadorian community in Georgia for her passion to give back to the community by the Embassy of El Salvador in Washing DC, Mentioned Honoree for the Latina Style Magazine Top 50 Award Ceremony & Diversity Leaders Conference and Co Author for the Hispanic Starts Rising Volume III.

A Legacy of Empowerment - Lisa Guadalupe Clarke's journey is a testament to the power of resilience, leadership, and community. Through her work, she continues to inspire and uplift others, leaving a lasting impact on the Latino community and beyond.