Lisa Schapira
Lisa joined Boulay in 2021 and has more than 12 years of accounting experience. She specializes in individual taxation and works closely with high-net-worth individuals, pass-through entities, small businesses, and their owners on complex tax matters and planning opportunities. Lisa predominantly works with personal service companies to develop tax strategies that align business and individual objectives. Known for embracing challenges and new opportunities, she is passionate about helping others grow through mentorship, continuous learning, and creating an environment where questions are encouraged and mistakes are viewed as opportunities to learn.
Prior to her accounting career, Lisa served seven years in the United States Army, including a deployment during Operation Iraqi Freedom in 2005-2006.
EDUCATION
- Virginia Commonwealth University — B.S. Accounting
- Cloud State University — B.A. Political Science, Minor in Military Science
- Certified Public Accountant (CPA)
INVOLVEMENT
- American Institute of Certified Public Accountants
- Minnesota Society of Certified Public Accountants
- Virginia Society of Certified Public Accountants
- Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) — Member
- Guardian Angels Catholic Church — Finance Council Member
PERSONAL INTERESTS
- Hiking, kayaking, and spending time outdoors
- Minnesota sports and cheering on the Vikings
- Attending outdoor concerts and live music events, especially Eric Church shows
- Spending time with family, friends, and her dogs, Guinness and Murphy
FAVORITE PODCASTS
- Sword and Scale
- Anything True Crime
FAVORITE VACATION DESTINATION
- “Hiking in the Swiss Alps – this trip with my family left me feeling full in mind, body, and spirit.”