Lisa Hardeman is a Commander with Victoria Police and a pioneer and leader in women's football, as in a significant leader. Lisa has challenged and succeeded in two male dominated industries and in the process has influenced and caused significant positive change.

Some of Lisa's achievements:

- Victoria Police Sporting Hall of Fame in 2017

- Australia Police Medal in 2018

- Victorian Honour Role of Women in 2019

- AFL Life Member in 2023 (one of only four women to do so)

- A swag of football premierships