Lisa Jean Maas is an educator, facilitator, coach, speaker, and lifelong learner who believes we are all here to learn, create, and discover what’s possible. After more than three decades in technology education across corporate and K–12 settings, Lisa recently stepped into her next chapter with a deep curiosity about creativity, learning, technology, and the many ways we can help people find and use their voices. A certified Educational Technology and Mindfulness Coach, Lisa mentors learners and leaders of all ages, empowering them to both learn creatively and creatively learn. Her favorite role may be “educator of possibility”—helping people see themselves as capable creators, curious humans, and active participants in their own learning. Her guiding belief is simple: Life is the classroom, and you are the student. Lisa was drawn to the Colorado Art Awards because she believes young artists deserve more than recognition—they deserve opportunities to experience the creative world, connect with others, and imagine where their talents and ideas might lead. She is excited to create space for students to learn, experiment, connect, and discover that there is a place for their creativity in the world. A California native with Colorado roots, Lisa is a maker at heart and always learning something new. She loves storytelling, digital media, good conversation, creative adventures, and creating spaces where people feel connected and like they belong. She believes creativity isn’t just something we make—it’s a way of moving through the world.