Lisa Sharples

Planning and Development Committee

Lisa grew up in the Boston area and attended Bowdoin College where she earned a BA in Biochemistry and a minor in black and white photography. She went on to complete an MBA at Northwestern’s Kellogg School of Management in Chicago.

Lisa, her husband, Cliff, moved to Mercer Island in 2004, where they found a close-knit community to raise their 5 kids. Over the years, Lisa has been actively involved in local initiatives, including serving as Chairman of the Advisory Board at the University of Washington Bothell School of Business between 2018-2024, working alongside university leaders to support educational development. In 2024, Lisa joined the board of the Mercer Island Community Fund, continuing a commitment to community service and engagement.

Professionally, Lisa has been at the forefront of innovation in the digital food space. As the CEO of Relish.com, she is redefining the meal planning experience through a AI/ML-based platform that connects consumers to recipes and same-day grocery delivery. Prior to this, Lisa co-founded Fexy Media which was acquired by The Arena Group in 2023. Lisa also held the position as CEO and President of Allrecipes.com, guiding the company to become the #1 food site globally.