Lisa DeSisto, a renowned journalist and entrepreneur, has had a remarkable career spanning over three decades. With her extensive experience in the field, she has held various leadership positions, including CEO of Maine Trust for Local News, which publishes several prominent newspapers.

Born and raised in North Yarmouth, Maine, Lisa is a graduate of the University of Massachusetts at Amherst (1985). Her passion for journalism led her to start her career as a journalist in 1990. She went on to become the editorial page editor for the Sun Journal, where she was named Maine's Journalist of the Year in 2003.

Lisa's achievements didn't stop there. She joined MTM in 2012 and led the site's development into the most visited local media website in New England. Her innovative approach earned her the Online Innovator of the Year award by the Newspaper Association of America in 2006.

In addition to her professional accomplishments, Lisa is dedicated to empowering women and young leaders. She serves as an advisor for the Olympia Snowe Women's Leadership Institute, where she works closely with high school students to help them develop their values, voice, and vision. Lisa also sits on the board of several organizations, including the Maine Press Association, Associated Press, Harvard Pilgrim Healthcare Foundation, and the Boys and Girls Clubs of Southern Maine.

In her personal life, Lisa is a devoted mother and wife who shares her home with her family and a menagerie of goats and alpacas. She has been recognized as one of the Most Powerful Women in Boston by Boston Magazine and has received numerous awards for her leadership and innovation.

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Lisa DeSisto's remarkable journey is a testament to her dedication, passion, and leadership skills. Her contributions to the world of journalism and beyond are truly inspiring.

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