Employee Spotlight: Stephanie Dufano
Where is your hometown?
My hometown is right down the road from Innovest: Centennial, Colorado.
Tell us something unique about you:
I was born near New York City while my dad had a job with KPMG in the Big Apple. I haven’t lived there since then, but I have always felt connected to NYC because of it.
What do you like best about working at Innovest?
Easy – the people. Innovest’s mission of stewardship makes our staff culture both positive and fun. The bonds built in our community are strong, and day after day I am blown away by the genuine care and support displayed so often in the walls of this office. About a year and a half ago, I was pregnant with my first child and my baby shower couldn’t happen due to COVID. Well, leave it to Innovest to throw me the shock of a lifetime: the whole staff gave me a surprise baby shower and even invited my husband to join in the fun. Thinking about it still overwhelms me with gratitude, to this day. I will never forget that for as long as I live.
How do you give back to the community?
I feel called to help with moms in need, and I give back to that mission through a couple organizations here in Denver and through my church. I am also grateful that Innovest presents me with so many opportunities to give back throughout the year, too.
What are your hobbies and interests?
Our family goes on walks together regularly and we are members at some of the awesome attractions around Denver including the Aquarium and the Zoo. My husband and I like to build difficult Lego sets together. I also like to ski, hike, cook, and support Colorado sports teams. Go Avs!
Tell us about your family:
I got married in 2019 to my husband, Alex, who is a Physical Therapist – we met online! We welcomed our firstborn, Atticus, in 2021. I am also one of four kids, and most of my family lives locally in Denver. This has especially been fun lately as we add our own kids to the mix.
What is your favorite dessert?
Inspired from the best trip that I ever been on, Italy, my favorite dessert is tiramisu with a glass of dessert wine.