About Us
Local Expertise. Global Impact. Tailored Solutions in International Development
Insights & Solutions Consulting is based in Arlington, Virginia (USA). We provide expert services in technical assessments, program design, strategic planning, qualitative research - including applied Political Economy Analysis (PEA) and Democracy, Human Rights & Governance (DRG) assessments. We support clients with governance system strengthening across sectors, proposal development, facilitation, and more. Our mission is to strengthen local insights and enable sustainable, locally-driven solutions.
Led by founder Lisa McGregor, who brings 30+ years of global experience in countries like Senegal, Uganda, Nigeria, Kenya, Bangladesh, and Colombia, our consulting firm partners with a network of experts to deliver custom strategies rooted in deep contextual understanding. Lisa’s background includes leadership roles with USAID, RTI International, CARE International, IRC, and the UNDP.
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Our History
Launched in 2024, Insights & Solutions Consulting leverages the extensive experience of its founder and managing director, Lisa McGregor. With 30+ years of experience working with USAID, RTI International, CARE International, the International Rescue Committee and the United Nations Development Program, Lisa has served in longer-term positions in six countries and provided short term support in more than 20 countries and communities. Her expertise includes team leadership, technical assessments, applied political economy analysis, integrated governance across sectors, local organizational capacity development, strategic planning and meeting facilitation, and other technical approaches.
At Insights & Solutions Consulting, we are committed to sustainable development. Our approach combines local insights with practical yet innovative solutions for communities and individuals while ensuring our clients achieve their development goals. Our deep experience and dedication to excellence make us a trusted partner in the international development field.
Meet the Team
Lisa McGregor
Founder and Managing Director
Lisa McGregor is the Founder and Managing Director of Insights & Solutions Consulting where she leverages her extensive expertise in international development, integrated governance across sectors, applied political economy analysis (PEA), strategic planning and meeting facilitation, and related technical assessments. Lisa has supported technical teams to enhance outcomes in governance; gender equity and social inclusion; natural resource management; agriculture; water, sanitation, and hygiene (WASH); health systems; public financial management and other areas.
Her career includes long-term technical and team management roles in Sudan, Bangladesh, Thailand, Bangladesh, Haiti, and East Africa/Kenya and short-term assistance in 20+ countries with USAID, RTI International, CARE International, the International Rescue Committee, and the United Nations Development Program. She is a native English speaker with proficiency in spoken and written French and basic spoken Arabic. (She also spoke proficient Bangla and Thai while working in Bangladesh and Thailand.)
Education & Credentials
- Columbia University
- Master’s of Arts, International Affairs
- Master’s of Science, Urban and Regional Planning
- University of Minnesota
- Bachelor or Arts, International Relations
- Arizona State University
- Program Evaluation & Non-Profit Management (Graduate level)
Mission Statement
Our mission is to facilitate local insights and solutions to challenges and opportunities in governance and across sectors in partnership with local experts and organizations.
Who We Work With
Where Strategy Meets Trusted Partnership.