Clients & Testimonials
I Openers’ private clients are C-suite and senior leaders working at companies including Google, Omnicom, Netflix, IBM, Meta, TikTok, Amazon, TuneIn, Stripe, WhatsApp, TripleLift, Clear Channel Outdoor, HubSpot, Criteo, Deloitte, Oracle, Snap, and the United Nations.
Kate Eberle Walker
CEO at PresenceLearning
“Ilene pushes me to be honest with myself in our work, and as a result I’m able to lead my organization with more clarity, confidence and authenticity.”
Kate Watts
CEO, Long Dash
“Ilene is a blessing to any senior executive eager to step outside their comfort zone to channel meaningful growth and enlightenment…She has been a refreshing and indispensable guide in my journey as a new CEO. I can’t recommend her enough.”
Kimberly Snead
CMO, Bookshop.org
“Through my partnership with Ilene I’m experiencing one of my most satisfying career experiences. If you are ready to take your career to the next level then I would recommend having Ilene on your team.”
Rob Deichert
CRO, TuneIn
“An independent coach who knows the media and adtech industry can provide perspective and guidance that a generic coach simply can't come close to.”
Angela O’Banion
CIO, Cook County
“Ilene is in the business of cultivating leaders to propel them to their next professional level.”
Reva Gaur
Partner Product Operations, Facebook
“Over the past five years, she has coached me through a wide range of professional challenges, guided me towards new growth opportunities, and supported me to become a more well-rounded, confident leader.”
Christina LoNigro
Policy Communications Manager, WhatsApp Inc.
“Ilene was instrumental in helping me to understand my full set of skills — professional and personal — opening up an entirely new and fresh perspective on the value I bring to current and potential employers.”
Paul Caine
President, NFL On Location Experiences
“She has a unique ability to help organizations and individuals succeed at their highest level.”
Kenetta Bailey
Senior Vice President, Marketing at Clear Channel Outdoor
“What’s impressive about Ilene is that she is able to quickly assess a business situation, she understands internal politics, and she has a strong grasp on how to navigate for success in a variety of enterprise organizations.”
Mary Murcko
CRO at The Skimm
“I strongly recommend Ilene if you are looking for a coach who is truly invested in your success and future career aspirations.”
Chris Eberle
Director, Content & Marketing Globalization at Netflix
“You get the full Ilene, and she expects the full you to be present in this work as well.”
Loren Simon
CRO, American Giant
“Her ability to provide straight-forward guidance and support has helped me become a better leader and a better person.”
Shanelle Reese
CPO, PresenceLearning
“I have had the privilege of working with various coaches in the past; however, Ilene is by far the best professional coach I have ever worked with…I appreciate that Ilene provides a personalized experience just for me based on where I am at and where I want to be.”
Jon Reus
Sr. Engineering Program Manager, Google, Apple, Snap Inc.
“Ilene understands the specific challenges that tech leaders face, gives clear guidance and helps craft ‘a plan’ for success.”
Sarah Saxe
CFO, The St. James
“Ilene was instrumental in helping me navigate a career transition.”
Esther Raphael
CMO at Intersection Co.
“She has taught me so much about the leader that I am and want to be. Her impact on my career has been profound.”
Joey Trotz
Director, Privacy Sandbox Google
“She has her finger on the pulse of the tech and media industry, and her support has always been framed by keen insight into the macro (and some micro) trends in our industry on top of her extensive management experience.”
Laura Frank
Global Head of Communications at Hubspot
“After every conversation with Ilene you will feel re-energized, and walk away with fresh ideas and personal challenges that you're confident you can achieve…. You'll see her years of working as a marketing expert find their way into every conversation.”
Kate Herbert
Director, Strategy & Business Development - Identity at Oracle
“Ilene also took the time to understand how I process ideas and options. This allowed her to guide me better to an action plan. Once we agreed on the path, she was relentless in helping me get there!”
Julie Sterling
Director, Broadcast Partnerships at Google
“She understands the companies, the key personalities and both the opportunities and the challenges.”
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