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Ilene Fischer
CEO, President, expert accelerated innovation, organizational change, design thinking,focus on cultural integration for companies experiencing disruptive change: M&A's, new leadership, fast growth
Ilene Fischer is the CEO and Founder of Sophia Network, a consultancy focused on leadership, organizational change, and transformation. She has been in this role since October 2021. Fischer's career spans several leadership positions in various organizations aimed at empowering women and advancing their representation in the corporate world.
Career Overview
- Sophia Network (2021 - Present): As the founder, Fischer leads a team of consultants to help organizations enhance their culture, employee engagement, and strategic outcomes through innovative methodologies like Design Thinking.
- The Granger Network, LLC (2020 - 2021): Served as Executive Director for Sales and Development, where she developed an accelerator program for executive teams.
- Ilene Fischer & Associates (2015 - 2021): As CEO, she advised clients on organizational agility and design thinking, helping them secure funding and scale their businesses.
- WomenLEAD Inc. (2012 - 2015): Fischer was the CEO and Board Chair of this organization focused on promoting women's leadership, where she successfully raised significant funding and established partnerships with major companies.
- WEST (Women Entrepreneurs in Science and Technology) (2010 - 2012): As Executive Director, she significantly increased revenue and membership while enhancing programming for women in STEM fields.
Education
Fischer has a diverse educational background that includes studies at Antioch College and Harvard Extension School.
Advocacy for Women
Fischer is passionate about advancing women's roles in leadership. She has been involved in various initiatives to support women's networking and professional growth, including establishing one of the first battered women's shelters in the U.S. Her commitment to closing the gender gap in corporate leadership is evident through her work with Sophia Network and WomenLEAD.
Contact Information
For professional inquiries, Ilene Fischer can be reached via email at [email protected] or by phone at 603-566-0299.12

