Lisa Kosciuk

About Lisa Kosciuk

Strategic • Creates alternative ways to proceed. When faced with any given scenario, she can quickly spot the relevant patterns and issues.Individualization • Intrigued with the unique qualities of each person. She has a gift for figuring out how different people can work together productively.Arranger • Can organize, but she also has a flexibility that complements this ability. She likes to determine how all of the pieces and resources can be arranged for maximum productivity.Restorative • Adept at dealing with problems. She is good at figuring out what is wrong and resolving it.Activator • Make things happen by turning thoughts into action. She wants to do things now, rather than simply talk about them.

Experience

1. Founder & Chief Relationship Officer

   Verdethos

   Sep 2020 — Present · Fargo, ND, US

   Verdethos is a cutting-edge supply chain management platform that is revolutionizing the way businesses approach sustainability and transparency in their supply chains.Our platform empowers sustainable sourcing, supply chain automation, and connects end customers with the stories behind their products\' journeys. In a world where supply chains are traditionally manual and segmented, we leverage new technologies to provide a seamless exchange of pertinent ESG (Environmental, Social & Governance) data and trade information from end to end.We recognize that there is a significant shift in regulatory requirements surrounding ESG data. To combat global deforestation, the EU is planning to require evidence of the import/export of certain commodities to ensure deforestation-free supply chains. The SEC is also considering enacting a policy that requires listed companies to track and report their scope 3 carbon emissions among many other new requirements globally.At Verdethos, we greatly enhance efficiency across complex global supply chains by connecting transacting parties, eliminating data redundancies, automating invoicing & accounting, and providing a single, immutable source of truth for reporting. Our platform is perfectly positioned to address the new regulatory changes surrounding ESG information.We are committed to helping businesses improve their sustainability practices and streamline their supply chain operations. By demonstrating your commitment to sustainability with Verdethos, you can gain a competitive advantage in the marketplace and make a positive impact on the world. Join us on this journey towards a more sustainable future.

Education

• Northeastern Illinois University

  Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Business/ Finance

  2013

• UMN Carlson School of Management

  Master of Science Candidate, Supply Chain Management

• University of Minnesota

  Economics, Religions of Antiquity

  2001 — 2006

• Northwestern University

  Certified Financial Planner Candidate Coursework

  2016 — 2017

• Columbia University

  Fu Foundation School of Engineering and Applied Science, Financial Technology Certificate

  2020 — 2021