Dr. Lisa Morris Hibbler is a vanguard leader, dedicated to creating positive change and addressing the challenges faced by underserved communities. With a profound understanding of the struggles that many individuals and families endure, she has made it her life’s mission to uplift and empower through various avenues, including mentorship programs, educational outreach, and community development.

 Dr. Lisa Morris Hibbler is a distinguished executive, who spent nearly 27 years with the City of Las Vegas, Nevada.  With an unyielding dedication to public service, she made significant contributions in various roles, including her influential tenure as International City/County Management Association Credentialed (ICMA) Deputy City Manager and Chief Community Services Officer. 

Dr. Morris Hibbler is a proven strategist with an exceptional track record and extensive expertise in social equity, workforce development, and community capacity building. Currently, Dr. Morris Hibbler is the Executive Director of the Shaquille O’Neal Foundation, the Co-Founder of JBM Strategic Partners, and a Professor of Practice at UNLV. 

Dr. Morris Hibbler was recognized as a 2024 African American Trailblazer Impact Award,  2021 Women to Watch by the Nevada Business Magazine and a 2021 Women Inspiring Nevada Honoree by Vegas Inc. In 2017, she received the ICMA Community Heroes Award. Dr. Morris Hibbler is a member of the Allegiant Stadium Community Advisory Board and LVMPD Multicultural Advisory Council. From 2017 to 2020, she was elected to serve as a trustee on the U.S. Conference of Mayors Workforce Development Council.

In July 2023, Dr. Morris Hibbler completed the Harvard Kennedy School Senior Executives in State & Local Government Program Certificate.  Dr. Morris Hibbler holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in Environmental Studies, a Master of Public Administration degree from the University of Nevada Las Vegas, and a Doctorate in Public Administration from the University of La Verne, Calif. She also completed the Judicial Administration Graduate Certification at Michigan State University and earned an Educational Leadership and Management Graduate Certificate from Georgetown University McCourt School of Public Policy. 

Beyond her professional endeavors, Dr. Morris Hibbler cherishes her roles as a wife and mother of three children aged 19, 14, and 12. She consistently exemplifies the values of dedication, compassion, and integrity. With her exceptional leadership skills and unwavering commitment to the betterment of her community, Dr. Morris Hibbler continues to make a lasting impact.

Lisa Morris Hibbler, D.P.A.

Board Member

Board of Directors

Lisa Morris Hibbler, D.P.A.

Shaquille O’Neal Foundation
Board Member

 Dr. Lisa Morris Hibbler is a vanguard leader, dedicated to creating positive change and addressing the challenges faced by underserved communities. With a profound understanding of the struggles that many individuals and families endure, she has made it her life’s mission to uplift and empower through various avenues, including mentorship programs, educational outreach, and community development.

 Dr. Lisa Morris Hibbler is a distinguished executive, who spent nearly 27 years with the City of Las Vegas, Nevada.  With an unyielding dedication to public service, she made significant contributions in various roles, including her influential tenure as International City/County Management Association Credentialed (ICMA) Deputy City Manager and Chief Community Services Officer. 

Dr. Morris Hibbler is a proven strategist with an exceptional track record and extensive expertise in social equity, workforce development, and community capacity building. Currently, Dr. Morris Hibbler is the Executive Director of the Shaquille O’Neal Foundation, the Co-Founder of JBM Strategic Partners, and a Professor of Practice at UNLV. 

Dr. Morris Hibbler was recognized as a 2024 African American Trailblazer Impact Award,  2021 Women to Watch by the Nevada Business Magazine and a 2021 Women Inspiring Nevada Honoree by Vegas Inc. In 2017, she received the ICMA Community Heroes Award. Dr. Morris Hibbler is a member of the Allegiant Stadium Community Advisory Board and LVMPD Multicultural Advisory Council. From 2017 to 2020, she was elected to serve as a trustee on the U.S. Conference of Mayors Workforce Development Council.

In July 2023, Dr. Morris Hibbler completed the Harvard Kennedy School Senior Executives in State & Local Government Program Certificate.  Dr. Morris Hibbler holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in Environmental Studies, a Master of Public Administration degree from the University of Nevada Las Vegas, and a Doctorate in Public Administration from the University of La Verne, Calif. She also completed the Judicial Administration Graduate Certification at Michigan State University and earned an Educational Leadership and Management Graduate Certificate from Georgetown University McCourt School of Public Policy. 

Beyond her professional endeavors, Dr. Morris Hibbler cherishes her roles as a wife and mother of three children aged 19, 14, and 12. She consistently exemplifies the values of dedication, compassion, and integrity. With her exceptional leadership skills and unwavering commitment to the betterment of her community, Dr. Morris Hibbler continues to make a lasting impact.