Lila de la Chesnaye

Lila de la Chesnaye is an accomplished business leader with extensive experience in strategic partnerships, business development, and operational management across various industries. Currently serving as a Partner at THE ALPHA 1 COLLABORATIVE since April 2023, Lila previously held the position of General Manager at Hunt Club from January 2021 to March 2023, where Lila utilized AI and trusted relationships to enhance talent acquisition for high-growth clients. Lila's career includes significant roles such as Senior Director of Strategic Partnerships & Business Development at Nearpod and Senior Category Manager at Chewy, where Lila achieved substantial savings and revenue growth. With a background that includes co-founding Stealth Aviation Venture and management positions at leading organizations like Instacart, BazarChic.com, and Yves Saint Laurent, Lila holds a Bachelor’s degree from Stanford University and an MBA from The Wharton School, focusing on Strategic Management and Marketing.