Lisa Gross is an accomplished entrepreneur, strategist, lecturer, and mentor with expertise in the fields of food, art, and education. She studied English literature at Yale University and earned an MFA from the School of the Museum of Fine Arts. Her passion for culinary arts led her to found The League of Kitchens, an organization that connects immigrants with foodies for cultural cooking experiences. Additionally, Gross has served as the Director of Strategy and Partnerships for Atlas Obscura's Gastro Obscura and as the Founder and Director of the Hybrid Vigor Projects Inc. Alongside her impressive professional record, Gross has also served as a Guest Lecturer and Mentor at Harvard University’s Graduate School of Education and has participated as a panelist or speaker for numerous events and organizations. Her varied background in food writing, education, and strategy has made her a respected figure in the fields of art, education, and food.