Lisa Hinton

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National Senior Vice President, Corporate Relations at American Heart Association

Greater Chicago Area, United States

Overview

Lisa Hinton is the National Senior Vice President of Corporate Relations at the American Heart Association, bringing extensive non-profit leadership experience. She has a track record of managing large teams and revenue goals exceeding $100 million. Colleagues describe her as a strategic, compassionate, and driven leader with a talent for C-suite engagement.

Originally from the Chicago area, Lisa earned her Masters degree from DePaul University. Her undergraduate studies in Health and Sport Studies at Miami University suggest a foundational passion for personal health and wellness that aligns with her professional mission. She is a forward-thinking and collaborative problem-solver.

Unique fact: Lisa has dedicated her entire career to advancing major national health causes, holding senior roles at the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society and the National MS Society before her tenure at AHA.

Personality Overview

Persuasive

Friendly But Fast

Assertive

They prefer to ensure that they are in control of the situation.  A combination of speed and relationship gets the best response from them. They are not against taking risks and can make tough decisions when required.


Topics They Care About

AI in Healthcare
Shared information on the AHA's initiative to launch an AI Assessment Lab, showing a keen interest in leveraging technology to validate predictive models for cardiovascular disease.
Health Equity
Passionate about investing in a diverse next generation of healthcare and science practitioners to bring unique perspectives and approaches to public health.
Corporate Partnerships
Her current role focuses on building and nurturing relationships with corporations to advance the mission of the American Heart Association.

Media Appearances

Lisa Hinton of the American Heart Association – Bridging Chicago (Podcast Episode). Featured in Apple Podcasts / Bridging Chicago

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Lisa Hinton at American Heart Association – People on the Move. Featured in Chicago Business

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American Heart Association Names Lisa Hinton Metro Chicago Executive Director. Featured in Daily Herald

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Work History

7-2025
National Senior Vice President, Corporate Relations at American Heart Association
8-2021 - 7-2025
Associate Executive Vice President, Midwest Region at American Heart Association
7-2019 - 8-2021
SVP & Executive Director at American Heart Association
1-2016 - 12-2017
National Associate Vice President, Leadership Events at National MS Society
3-2014 - 12-2015
Senior Director, Priority Campaigns at The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society

Education

BS Health and Sport Studies from Miami University
MS from DePaul University

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Insights For Selling To Lisa

During A Call Or A Meeting

DO's

  • Showcase existing customers and use case-studies to grab their attention
  • Ask them for a lunch or coffee once some rapport has been established
  • Build a trustworthy relationship while keeping the product center-stage

DONT's

  • Do not look like someone who doesn’t know what they are talking about
  • Don't make any commitments that you might not be able to fulfill
  • Don’t hesitate from asking them how they truly feel about your product

When Cold Calling

When Writing An Email

While Negotiating & Closing

    The secret to closing fast with Lisa is

  • Relationship and product conviction matter equally, followed by a sense of achievement.
  • Will you ever get a clear answer from Lisa

  • If they are not convinced, they will say no though in a friendly way.

Insights For Deal Planning

    How fast (or slow) will Lisa move?

  • They can reach decisions quickly if they develop trust and confidence in the product.
  • Can Lisa take some risk or not?

  • If necessary, they will be ready to take risks.

You And Lisa

Personality Compatibility


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