"Ilene's energy and passion to help others improve the quality of their lives is inspiring. The participants from our What's Next- Career Re-entry and Development program rated her as one of the best facilitators in the seven-week series." Mercy Eyadiel Director of Alumni Career Services Graduate School of Business Stanford University "Ilene is the first person I think of when a mother is looking for a smart, trusted, knowledgeable person to think through and create a plan of action around a life transition. There is nothing more important than taking time to reflect, plan, and create the life you want..." read more Sally Thornton President and Co-Founder Flexperience "I invited Ilene to speak at the Haas School of Business Work & Family series, and was thrilled with the response! She inspired the group with her extensive knowledge, practical advice and positive outlook. Ilene's unique personal and professional experience..." read more Shirin Dewani Belur MBA Graduate Haas School of Business University of California, Berkeley "Ilene planned and facilitated an amazing panel discussion for our preschool. Her ability to work with the talented panelists, as well as engage a large group as the meeting facilitator, made the experience a success for everyone who participated...." read more Kristen Phillips President United Methodist Church Nursery School A SAMPLE OF RECENT ENGAGEMENTS "Living 101: A Refresher Course" Opening Night Speaker Women's Wellness Weekend Retreat University of California Alumni Association "Designing Your Roadmap For Fulfillment" Women's Wellness Weekend Retreat University of California Alumni Association "What's Next - A Career Re-entry and Development Series" Moderator Stanford Graduate School Of Business For MBA Alumni "Choosing To Be An At-Home Parent", Work and Family Speaker Series Haas School of Business, UC Berkeley For MBA Candidates "What to Expect When You Are Expecting to Return to Work" FlexperienceConsulting.com "Taking Inventory" A self assessment workshop for women slowing down or ramping up their career YourOnRamp.com "The Back-to-Work(shop)" Panel and Discussion United Methodist Church, Burlingame "Discovering The Individual Within The Mother" United Methodist Church Nursery School, Burlingame "Trading Balance For Fulfillment" United Methodist Church Nursery School, Burlingame