Carla Carlisle

"Carla Carlisle is a passionate and purposeful leader known for her innovative work supporting children and families through trauma. She is a thoughtful communicator, engaging speaker, and dedicated to serving the community."

"It is my privilege to endorse Carla Carlisle, and I do so not only as someone who has witnessed her work but as a close friend who has watched her live these values over the many years I have known her.

Carla is one of the most purposeful leaders I know. Through programs like Notebook Navigators and My Epic Flow, she gives children, families, educators, and the systems that serve them real, usable tools grounded in trauma-informed practice. Her partnerships with schools, healthcare providers, local governments, and community organizations have been remarkable, consistently producing approaches that are culturally responsive and built to last. The evidence exists in the lives she has helped stabilize, the professionals she has equipped, and the communities that are genuinely better because she showed up.

Carla does not believe in performative wellness. She believes in results. This nomination is well deserved, and I offer my strongest support."

"Carla is an exceptional individual. We met while we were both preparing for our TedExCharlotte presentations. She is one of those women that you come across very rarely in your lifetime. She's not one of those people who just talks about doing something, she does it... and more. She has a heart for giving and doing, and she's the blessing to know."

"Carla is truly a professional and has a committed heart in all that she does. "

"Carla is a true passionate leader and innovator! What’s she doing to help children and families walk thru trauma is a game changer!! "

"Carla is so incredibly passionate about her work and it shows in all she does. She is a true champion."

"Carla Carlisle is a passionate, knowledgeable, and deeply engaging speaker whose lived experience brings incredible depth and authenticity to every conversation. She spoke on our foster care panel during Charlotte Angels’ State of Foster Care Symposium, and her insight, compassion, and ability to connect with an audience made her a truly valuable part of the discussion. Carla’s work as an author and advocate, along with her commitment to resilience, trauma-informed care, and stronger families, makes her an important voice in this community."

"Carla is a thoughtful leader and compassionate communicator. Love working with her, always. "

"Carla is great!"

"Carla is passionate about the people she supports, guides, and advises. Her books are a needed addition in all schools and programs for both children and adults. She is an authority in her community and touches the lives of everyone she meets."

"Carla is an exceptional friend, author, business woman and mother. It's a honor to call her a friend and some cases a mentor!"

"Carla is a servant leader and a champion of life!"

"Carla is an amazing person who has an inspiring drive. Her devotion to uplifting others is truly remarkable."

"Carla is a thoughtful, driven, loving woman who leads by example. It’s been a pleasure working along side of her the last couple of years."

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“Carla is a gifted author whose words reflect her deep dedication to the community and her unwavering stand for human rights. A loving mother and tireless advocate, she speaks up for all children and those whose voices are often overlooked. Carla loves, loves people fiercely, and it shows in the way she writes, serves, and shows up for others"





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