Lisa Purichia is an original founding member of Sponsel CPA Group, joining Tom Sponsel and (then) two other partners in launching a new kind of accounting firm focused on helping clients find and achieve their own definition of success. She has deep connections in the Central Indiana business community spanning a quarter-century and multiple industries.
As Partner and Director of Entrepreneurial Services, Lisa provides executive-level consulting and advice, especially for new businesses and consolidations. She assists individuals with succession planning and frequently acts as an outsourced CFO/Controller for small to medium businesses. She also oversees implementing and maintaining strategic human resources services, including recruiting and benefit plans.
Lisa earned her bachelor’s degree in accounting from Indiana State University, and rose up the ranks at other area public accounting firms. She is an active member of her church, St. Christopher Catholic, and volunteers with a number of community and civic groups including the Speedway Area Chamber of Commerce, Speedway Kiwanis Club, the National Association of Women Business Owners, Athena Powerlink® and more.
Lisa and her husband, Mark, are avid Indy Car race fans and often travel to regional races throughout the year, in addition to attending every Indy 500 race, event and activity. They have two Labrador retrievers, Enzo and Timo. In her spare time she enjoys traveling, reading, spending time with her nieces, nephews and other family, and getting some sun at the beach.