Lisa Stone is a global traveler, human resources executive, and storyteller who has explored more than one hundred countries across six continents. Through her journeys, she has discovered that travel is not just about crossing borders; it is about courage, curiosity, and the connections we make along the way. Professionally, Lisa brings more than two decades of leadership experience in human resources and organizational strategy, having served in senior roles at organizations including Arcadis, DC Water, Freddie Mac, AOL Time Warner, and HSBC. She is the founder of Stone Collective, LLC, where people, places, and purpose meet. A native Californian who now lives outside Washington, DC, Lisa is an advanced scuba diver who enjoys exploring the world both above and below the surface. Her favorite travel companion is her four-legged road dog, Lucy Love- a Cavalier King Charles spaniel who enjoys adventure almost as much as Lisa does. Through Coming Home Changed, Lisa shares lessons from solo travel around the world- stories of faith, humor, courage, and human connection that remind readers that the greatest journeys begin with the courage to take the first step.