Eileen Blum Bourgade

Eileen Blum Bourgade is an accomplished professional with extensive experience in education and the performing arts. Currently serving as Co-Founder at Teen Sherpa and as an Admissions Strategist at Empowerly, Eileen has also held significant roles such as Admissions Strategist at College matchus.com and Director of College Counseling at Ivywise Norcal. Eileen's background in music includes a tenure as a violinist and day trader, as well as positions on the board of trustees for the San Francisco Conservatory of Music and Lessons for Life. Previous financial experience includes roles as an Assistant Equity Analyst at Colony Capital and an Equity Research Analyst at Bear Stearns. Eileen holds a BA in Music and French from Stanford University, a Master's degree in Violin Performance from the Manhattan School of Music, and additional qualifications in college counseling and admissions strategy from UCLA Extension.