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Lisa Dentino

Uniontown,PA

Summary

Strategic executive partner with 15+ years of experience driving organizational excellence through sophisticated board management, investor relations, and executive support. Proven track record of modernizing operations, securing investment funding, and serving as a trusted liaison between C-suite, board members, and key stakeholders. Known for exceptional project management and ability to streamline complex administrative processes.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience

Work History

Executive Assistant (Chief of Staff)

Steeped Coffee
01.2021 - Current
  • Act as a strategic partner to the CEO, providing thoughtful input on business decisions and helping drive the company’s vision
  • Oversee the CEO's calendar, inbox, and communications to enhance organization, reduce scheduling conflicts, promptly address critical issues, and draft executive correspondence for effective leadership
  • Organize and manage all aspects of travel arrangements for the CEO
  • Manage investor relations by utilizing Carta, AngelList, and Streak CRM to ensure accurate record-keeping
  • Spearheaded investor campaigns, playing an instrumental role in securing $7M through targeted outreach, relationship-building, and investor follow-up
  • Managed multi-phase investor data projects, ensuring seamless document integration and signature collection
  • Directed logistics for Good Housekeeping’s 2022 Kitchen Gear & Coffee Award win

Executive Assistant

YMCA of NWNC
12.2019 - 01.2021
  • Provided member support by addressing inquiries, resolving concerns, and connecting them with the appropriate departments for further assistance
  • Scheduled internal meetings across 20 different calendars
  • Coordinated board and committee meetings for 27 directors by preparing agendas and briefing materials
  • Recorded and distributed minutes for the meetings, arranged catering, and followed up on all actionable items
  • Enhanced governance with BoardEffect, improving document access and tracking
  • Acted as liaison between the CEO and board, ensuring clear information flow
  • Responsible for collecting, formatting, and following up on monthly reports from 14 branch managers for upload to the intranet for organizational visibility
  • Successfully communicated on behalf of the CEO to both internal and external stakeholders

IP Legal Assistant

Vorys
03.2019 - 11.2019
  • Assisted with preparing and filing patent applications, prosecution, and post-registration documents with the USPTO using EFS-web, which required strong proofing skills
  • Maintained a perfect record in managing and meeting all domestic and international legal deadlines for a team of three attorneys
  • Prepared correspondence to clients and foreign associates regarding status updates, deadlines, filing requirements, and maintenance fees

Executive Coordinator

Goodwill Industries of NWNC
03.2017 - 03.2019
  • Supported the CEO and executive team, overseeing operations and security protocols
  • Assisted customers by answering questions, addressing issues, and directing them to the right departments for additional help
  • Coordinated and executed monthly store manager meetings of 50+ employees
  • Handled a high volume of confidential documents, maintaining the security of sensitive information
  • Orchestrated complex logistics for board meetings and a multi-day event, including catering, hotel accommodations, and meal reservations for 24 board members
  • Compiled, transcribed, and distributed board and committee meeting minutes
  • Modernized board document distribution, transitioning to a paperless system
  • Maintained and updated personnel changes to security alarm system for 50+ retail stores and facilities in the territory
  • Planned travel arrangements for 6 executives and staff

IP Legal Assistant

The Webb Law Firm
06.2008 - 02.2017
  • Assisted with preparing and filing patent and trademark applications, prosecution, and post-registration documents with the USPTO using EFS-web, which required strong proofing skills
  • Created high-quality formal patent drawings using Adobe Professional
  • Performed USPTO searches and managed case data in PerfectLaw software
  • Prepared correspondence to clients and foreign associates regarding status updates, deadlines, filing requirements, and maintenance fees

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Public Relations

Westminster College
New Wilmington, PA

Paralegal Certificate -

Duquesne University
Pittsburgh, PA

Skills

  • Executive support
  • Organizational development
  • Client communication
  • Strong problem solver
  • Tech-savviness
  • Schedule & calendar planning
  • Collaborative mindset
  • Meeting coordination

Accomplishments

  • Secured $7M in convertible note investments via end-to-end investor relations campaigns, including strategic outreach and relationship management.
  • Modernized board operations for Goodwill's 24-member Board with a paperless system, reducing overhead, ensuring accurate record-keeping and timely distribution of critical documents.

Tools And Technology

  • Google Suite
  • Microsoft Office
  • ChatGPT
  • Claude
  • Asana
  • BoardEffect
  • Carta
  • AngelList
  • Streak CRM
  • Odoo
  • DocuSign
  • DocSend
  • Adobe Professional
  • USPTO Systems
  • PerfectLaw

Core Expertise

  • Board Governance & Support
  • Investor Relations
  • Executive Communications
  • Meeting & Event Management
  • Process Improvement
  • Project Management
  • Digital Platform Administration
  • Legal Documentation
  • Stakeholder Engagement

Timeline

Executive Assistant (Chief of Staff)

Steeped Coffee
01.2021 - Current

Executive Assistant

YMCA of NWNC
12.2019 - 01.2021

IP Legal Assistant

Vorys
03.2019 - 11.2019

Executive Coordinator

Goodwill Industries of NWNC
03.2017 - 03.2019

IP Legal Assistant

The Webb Law Firm
06.2008 - 02.2017

Bachelor of Arts - Public Relations

Westminster College

Paralegal Certificate -

Duquesne University

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