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About Us

“I created the consulting firm I wished I could have hired during my corporate years.”
- Lisa F. Burkard, Managing Director

Spectrum Group Consulting Services is an independent consulting firm led by experts in international benefits and global mobility. Founded in 2012 by industry veteran Lisa Fink Burkard (CEBS, GMS-T, GRP, CCP), Spectrum's team has decades of extensive experience in corporate global Human Resources.

Fortune 500 and Fortune 1000 companies are among Spectrum's satisfied clients, and the team's expertise in global mobility and international benefits has been featured in publications and industry events worldwide.

We've done your job and know what you do—let us help you be more effective!

WHO WE ARE

Lisa Fink Burkard
Managing Director

Spectrum Group Consulting Services, LLC was founded by Lisa Fink Burkard. With nearly 30 years of industry experience encompassing insurance underwriting, U.S. benefits consulting and extensive international corporate experience, she brings a unique blend of skills and expertise.

As the former Director of International Compensation, Benefits and Global Mobility for UPS, she understands the intricacies of working for a large corporation and the associated demands and expectations. She has also lived abroad in Brussels, Belgium where she was responsible for ensuring the competitiveness and compliance of all compensation, benefit and mobility programs across 35 countries in Europe, Middle East and Africa.

Lisa has served on numerous boards, including Worldwide ERC Board of Directors (2003-2005), Chair of the Worldwide ERC EMEA Committee (2006-2007), past President of CEBS-Atlanta chapter. Professional credentials include: CEBS, GMS-T, CCP, GRP, FLMI. She is a frequent speaker at Worldwide ERC, MARC, NFTC and IFCEBS. She has also served on the faculty of Worldwide ERC, designing and teaching GMS modules. 

Lisa received her BBA in Risk Management & Insurance from University of Georgia's Terry School of Business and her MBA in Risk Management & Insurance from Georgia State University's Robinson College of Business. Lisa is currently a part-time instructor and faculty member at GSU in the Risk Management & Insurance Department. 

OUR SPEAKING ENGAGEMENTS

The Future of Remote Work: Considerations and Challenges
Atlanta Area Compensation Association: Virtual Panel
June 8, 2021

OUR COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT

AACA

While Managing Director Lisa Burkard was President of AACA, Spectrum Group participated in a number of community outreach events including the United Way Snack Pack event, Pebble Tossers, Atlanta Angels, Blessings in a Backpack, & MUST Ministries.

The Drake House

Spectrum Group Consulting Services is a proud sponsor of The Drake House in Roswell, Georgia. The Drake House provides short-term crisis housing, education and empowerment programs for homeless mothers and their children. The programs are designed to assist the family in working toward self-sufficiency. They are the only emergency residential housing facility in north metro Atlanta offering a private apartment to each family. The Drake House ensures families stay together and children remain in their schools with the help of the Fulton County Independent School District.

Activities (in conjunction with the Atlanta Women's Network):

  • Party with a Purpose: networking & shopping fundraiser
  • Clothing Drive: collecting gently used women's clothing items
  • Holiday Gift Card Drive
  • Service Day: clean apartments, do yard work, stock pantry
  • Sip & Shop: shopping holiday event with raffle
  • 6th Annual Drake Walk: raise funds for The Drake House

Worldwide ERC Foundation

Established in 2004, the goal of the WERC Foundation is to 'energize the global community through charitable giving'. One of their selected charity partners is Family Promise, who are working to change the lives of families experiencing homelessness.

Spectrum Group was a proud sponsor of the 2021 Foundation Walk.

OUR AFFILIATIONS

International Foundation of Employee Benefit Plans (IFEBP)
  • Current Member, 2026
  • Past Board Member, 2021
  • Past President—Atlanta Chapter
  • CEBS Professional Designation
  • Frequent Speaker & Author
Worldwide Employee Benefits Network - Atlanta Chapter (WEBN)
Sandy Springs Perimeter Chamber of Commerce
  • Sandy Springs-based business
Atlanta Area Compensation Association (AACA)
  • Current Member, 2026
  • Past President, 2020-2023
  • Board Member, 2017-2020, 2024-2026
  • Current: Director of Sponsorships, 2025-2026
WorldatWork
  • Current Member, 2026
  • Global Remuneration Professional (GRP)
  • Certified Compensation Professional
Worldwide ERC
  • Distinguished Service Award, 2018
  • Previous Member of Board of Directors, 2003 - 2005
  • Chairman, EMEA Global Advisory Council, 2006 - 2007
  • Meritorious Service Award, May 2004
  • Global Mobility Specialist (GMS-T) Strategic Talent Mobility professional designation