
Alisa LaPolt
Alisa LaPolt is Mental Health Policy and Advocacy Director, National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) for the state of Tennessee. She helps businesses and organizations promote better mental health and wellness for their employees and target audiences. Her strategic approach is rooted in a 15-year journalism career at news outlets including the Gannett/USA Today Network followed by 20 years of lobbying on behalf of health and mental health organizations in Florida and Tennessee. Following the tragic shooting at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School in Parkland, Fla., Gov. Rick Scott appointed Alisa to his Mental Health Task force, where she was instrumental in passing legislation requiring mental health education in schools. Alisa also provides strategic communications and public relations for clients through her company Topsail Public Affairs.