Lisa Rose is the Executive Director for HOPE for SCD, an organization focused solely on providing research based medical education around Sickle Cell Disease and areas of complimentary interest. She has a Master's Degree in Education and has been developing curricula and trainings for a myriad of companies for over 10 years. Her collaborating efforts include research studies spanning both medical and educational settings including The University of Colorado Hospital, The Children's Hospital of Colorado, The National Circles Campaign and The National Long Term Care Ombudsman Program. 

In addition, she has authored a book for newly diagnosed families entitled, “Sickle What?” which breaks down intense medical topics into Adult Learner friendly modules. Although her work with HOPE for SCD has reached international audiences within 157 countries, she continues to push national hospitals and organizations to focus on presenting educational materials in a way that meets both the needs of the audience while ensuring all necessary information is conveyed. Her current focus in on Adult Education and the gaps related to this within the medical field for patients and families. Lisa is also the mother of two children living with Sickle Cell- 10 year old Sophia and 5 month old John Patrick.Her children have been and will always be the driving motivation for Lisa and her work through HOPE for SCD.