Biography
Carla Iliescu, is a Master Facilitator, Speaker, and Coach dedicated to helping professions live into their full potential.
Prior to doing leadership development full-time, Carla build a career in the Estee Lauder Companies, where she grew to become a Global Vice President responsible for the development of 10,000+ employees located in 120+ countries. During her tenure there, she inspired teams as the Vice President of Global Artistry, Education and Events at Bobbi Brown Cosmetics, Vice President of Learning and Education at Bumble and bumble, Vice President of International Education at Clinique, and Executive Director of Leadership Development. She has a B.S. in Business Administration and is a Certified Dare to Lead Facilitator, Certified Fierce Conversations Facilitator, Gallup Strengths Coach and Mind Gym Coach. Born and raised in Kentucky, Carla lives in NYC with her son, Andrew, and their French Bulldog, Buster.
Positions
- - Partner, Verite
Leading with Emotional Intelligence
May 1st
2026
1:30 pm -
2:45 pm, EST
Rooms 2/4
Session
Introduction
In this engaging and interactive session, you will:
•Learn why leading with emotional intelligence is critical to your success;
•Understand and recognize emotions in ourselves and others;
•Create connection through communication, and
•Identify techniques to regulate yourself when your emotions become unproductive.
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