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Former Chairman & CEO of Ingredion Incorporated | Board Director | Advocate for STEM & Women in Leadership | Business Transformation Expert

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Former Chairman & CEO of Ingredion Incorporated | Board Director | Advocate for STEM & Women in Leadership | Business Transformation Expert

Speaker Profile Thumbnail for Ilene Gordon
Speaking Fee:
Contact Us for Pricing

Travels From:
ORD - Chicago (All Airports)

Primary Topic Category:
Leadership and Management

Secondary Topic Category:
Business & Entrepreneurship

 

Ilene Gordon Speaker Profile: At A Glance

Ilene Gordon is the former Chairman and CEO of Ingredion Incorporated, where she significantly grew the company's market cap from $2 billion to $10 billion. She is a board director for several major corporations, including International Paper and Lockheed Martin. A passionate advocate for STEM education and women's leadership, Ilene has been recognized as one of FORTUNE's Most Powerful Women in Business for five consecutive years.

Ilene Gordon is a trailblazer in the business world, renowned for her transformative leadership as the former Chairman, President, and CEO of Ingredion Incorporated. Under her guidance from 2009 to 2017, Ingredion saw its market capitalization grow from $2 billion to $10 billion, establishing it as a leader in the global ingredient solutions market. Her strategic vision and innovative approach have left an indelible mark on the company’s success and relevance in the industry. Gordon's career began with a strong foundation in STEM, earning a B.S. in mathematics and an M.S. in management from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT). Her early roles included being the first professional woman in the London office of the Boston Consulting Group and leading significant business divisions at Packaging Corporation of America and Alcan. Beyond her executive roles, Ilene Gordon serves on the boards of several major corporations, including International Paper and Lockheed Martin. She is also actively involved in various organizations, such as The Economic Club of Chicago and the MIT Sloan School of Management. Her commitment to fostering diversity and inclusion, particularly in STEM fields and corporate leadership, has been a hallmark of her career. Recognized for her contributions and leadership, Gordon has been listed among FORTUNE's Most Powerful Women in Business for five consecutive years. She continues to inspire as a speaker and mentor, advocating for strategic business management, effective corporate governance, and the advancement of women in leadership roles.
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