Stephanie Grise

Senior Vice President, Associate General Counsel, and Chief Counsel, USBCDC

Stephanie Grise is a respected leader specializing in transactional law, people advocacy, and community action, with a focus on banking, real estate, public finance, tax credits, and community development lending.

She excels in leading change management initiatives to drive valuable and business-aligned projects while advocating for equity within the legal industry.

Stephanie is dedicated to talent development, emphasizing the exploration of individual needs and voices through mentorship and coaching for success.

Her work philosophy emphasizes radical listening, deliberate inquiry, and prioritizing the needs and celebration of others.

Stephanie's educational background includes a Juris Doctorate in Law and a Master of Business Administration in Finance, obtained from Washington University in St. Louis, complemented by a Bachelor of Science in Business Management and Marketing from Cornell University.

She currently serves as the Senior Vice President and Associate General Counsel at U.S. Bank, having previously worked at Armstrong Teasdale LLP and The Kraft Heinz Company in various capacities.

Stephanie actively engages in speaking engagements and panel discussions on topics related to racial equity, diversity, inclusion, belonging, social justice, and leadership in corporate and legal settings.

Her prolific speaking engagements include sessions at Cornell University, National Association of Legal Assistants, Lathrop GPM, Kutak Rock, Butler Snow, and various legal and educational institutions.