Lisa Sisinni, Ed.D., Executive Director
Dr. Sisinni comes to FEPS with an extensive list of experience and professional achievements. She holds degrees from the University of St. Thomas (Ed.D. in Educational Leadership), Metropolitan State University (Masters of Management and Administration), and Marquette University (Bachelor of Arts Degree). Professionally, Lisa has worked in a variety of leadership roles for non-profit organizations over the last 25 years culminating in serving as President/Executive Director of the Eden Prairie Chamber of Commerce. Additionally, she has served as a member of the Eden Prairie Community Needs and Resources Council, Eden Prairie West Lions, and on the Board of Directors of the Hennepin County Private Industry Council.
“Lisa brings a depth of knowledge in nonprofit management, and we are especially drawn to her steadfast commitment to the Eden Prairie community and the schools that make this community great,” said Suzanne Kutina, former President of FEPS’ Board. “Lisa’s experience and education will be a phenomenal asset to the organization and will build off of the great momentum Conn McCartan has already put in place for us.”
“The opportunity to combine all of the things I am passionate about – education, nonprofit management, fundraising, community leadership, and having an impact on life-long learning, all right here in Eden Prairie – is amazing! FEPS is a very impressive organization, and I look forward to building on their successes and leading the organization into the future,” said Lisa Sisinni. Lisa has lived in Eden Prairie since 1991 with her husband, Anthony. They have 2 daughters, Prima (26), and Pilar (19), a student at TASSEL.
Jessica (Jess) Bergmann, Marketing Assistant
Jess was born and raised in Eden Prairie proudly attending K-12 (’98) in this District. After attending St. Bens/St. John’s where she received a degree in Elementary Education and doing a quick stint in Uptown, she moved back to Eden Prairie where she met her husband who is also an EP Graduate (’97). Jess has always had a passion for and strong sense of pride when it comes to all things Eden Prairie. Jess and her husband Reed have 2 boys, Ben (14) and Owen (12).
Jess has enjoyed volunteering in and working for EP Schools since college. When trying to find a teaching job out of college, she had an opportunity to work at EPHS as an Activities Center Coordinator/Event Worker for a few years. Having the ability to volunteer at her kid’s schools, has been a dream come true. It has been a lot of fun for Jess to see the hallways she walked in during the 1980s and 1990s, as an adult now. Seeing the familiar faces of the teachers and staff who shaped who she is today has been very meaningful. Jess is thrilled to be working with FEPS and is excited to play a role in the continuation of EP’s educational excellence that she believes in.
