Lisa Marino

As an adolescent, Lisa Marino left her unstable home to live on her own. She credits those tough years for helping her navigate the academic and professional demands at The Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania and Stanford University. Despite her initial doubts, she persevered. Marino became a first-generation graduate from these institutions with the help of her mentors—those who wanted to see her succeed as a Latina.

Marino then obtained her skills in tech M&A, digital media and e-commerce. She calls herself a quintessential entrepreneur, given her willingness to hustle and take risks. Marino is an expert three-time CEO in acquiring and revitalizing companies.

The first company she steered, RockYou, was a mom-focused social gaming and digital media company. Continuing her passion for creating space for parents, Marino then co-founded Mamas Uncut. Mamas Uncut is a collaborative safe space for mothers to reach out, offer support and create discussions.

Today, Marino is the CEO of The Dopple, an online subscription platform tailored to group gifting, forging a new direction in the gift registry market. “It’s both my honor and duty to pay it forward, as was done for me. The #MeToo movement showed me how much more there is for us to do as women—especially women of color—to support each other,” she says.

BY Rena Machani

UPDATED: September 10, 2024

PUBLISHED: July 30, 2024