Ileana & Co Consultancy Services
Strategic Programme & Project Delivery
I design and coordinate complex programmes from the ground up — across multiple workstreams, stakeholders, and timelines running concurrently. At techUK I ran two national programmes simultaneously, managing strategic planning, workstream coordination, stakeholder engagement, events, and communications as one integrated operation. At the Advanced Propulsion Centre I led adoption of Monday.com as the team's primary project management tool, training colleagues and building shared workflows that improved visibility across concurrent workstreams.
Strategic planning and coordination of multi-layered programmes and projects
Leading multiple workstreams while keeping timelines, budgets, and KPIs on track
Risk management, reporting, and performance tracking
Streamlining workflows to reduce friction and improve team visibility
Aligning cross-functional teams around shared delivery goals
Stakeholder Engagement & Partnership Development
I build and manage complex stakeholder ecosystems — mapping relationships, designing engagement strategies, and maintaining momentum across diverse groups including local authorities, government departments, industry leaders, SMEs, startups, and research institutions. At techUK I managed 300+ senior stakeholder relationships per year using Microsoft Dynamics 365, tracking engagement against member acquisition, retention, and financial targets.
Mapping stakeholder ecosystems and designing tailored engagement strategies
Building partnerships across sectors — from local councils to large enterprises
Identifying collaboration opportunities that accelerate programme goals
Maintaining engagement records and tracking progress against targets
Nurturing long-term relationships across government, industry, and academia
AI & Automation for Programme Workflows
I apply AI tools and workflow automation to reduce administrative overhead and improve delivery visibility across programmes. I have completed PMI's Practical Applications of Generative AI for Project Managers programme, with a focus on workflow automation using Make.com, and actively use automation to streamline repeatable tasks across programme delivery.
Automating repetitive programme management tasks using Make.com
Using AI tools to draft, structure, and iterate on programme communications and reporting outputs
Identifying workflow bottlenecks suitable for automation
Building lightweight automation that scales with lean teams
Integrating automation into existing project management frameworks
Events Design & Facilitation
I design and deliver events that go beyond logistics — aligning content, speakers, and format to strategic goals and creating dialogue that continues after the day itself. I have delivered 70+ events throughout my career, including the techUK Local Public Services Innovation Summit, events part of Birmingham Tech Week, Leeds Digital Festival, and Connected Britain/North, reaching 500+ senior stakeholders across government, industry, and academia.
End-to-end delivery of in-person, virtual, and hybrid events
Curating themes, content, and speakers aligned to strategic priorities
Panel moderation and public speaking
Managing logistics and audience engagement
Creating replicable event formats that scale across regions or programmes
Content & Communications
I produce the communications and content that make programme work visible and accessible to diverse audiences — from research outputs and case studies to thought leadership, newsletters, and social media. At techUK I authored three regional case studies for the Local Digital Index, informing tech sector and policy decisions nationally. Across my career I have produced 90+ thought leadership outputs spanning blogs, reports, consultation responses, and member communications.
Authoring case studies, reports, and consultation responses
Producing newsletters, social media content, and member communications
Developing content strategies informed by programme goals and audience insight
Translating complex findings into clear, accessible outputs
Building thought leadership that extends programme impact beyond delivery
Creating visual assets, graphics, and presentation materials using Canva and Gamma to support thought leadership and communications outputs
Operational Design & Process Development
I design the operational infrastructure that keeps programmes running — financial processes, reporting frameworks, KPI tracking, and cross-functional coordination systems. At the Advanced Propulsion Centre I designed and managed the internal financial process for grant funding of up to £1M disbursed to universities and research institutions, tracking spend and engaging cross-functionally to align delivery with organisational strategy.
Designing and managing financial processes and budget tracking
Building reporting frameworks and KPI dashboards
Developing cross-functional coordination systems
Identifying process bottlenecks and designing pragmatic solutions
Engaging finance, operations, and leadership teams to align delivery with strategy
Working With Ileana & Co
Ileana & Co is my independent consultancy practice, through which I deliver programme management, stakeholder engagement, events, research, and communications support to organisations navigating complex, multi-stakeholder delivery.
I work with tech companies, scaling organisations, and purpose-driven teams across sectors — when strategy is clear but delivery needs to catch up, or when a lean team needs an experienced hand to bring structure, momentum, and integration to ambitious programmes.
All engagements are fully remote, available across UK, EU, and Asia time zones.
Driving structure, clarity, and momentum across complex initiatives.
Helping you build and nurture strong, lasting relationships that fuel innovation and trust.
Crafting clear, compelling content that makes your message shine and connects with your your audience.
Creating experiences that connect, inspire, and deliver real value.
Turning data into direction and ideas into actionable strategies.
Building smarter workflows that reduce friction and keep delivery moving forward.
Services Packages
📆 Retainer Services
For businesses needing continuous expertise and strategic oversight.
✔ Basic Retainer (5-10 hours/month)
✔ Standard Retainer (15-20 hours/month)
✔ Premium Retainer (30+ hours/month)
🔹 Retainers are customised to your needs.
📌 One-Off Projects
Perfect for businesses or individuals needing support on a specific initiative with clear deliverables.
💼 Small-scale projects
📊 Mid-sized projects
🚀 Large-scale programmes
🔹 Final pricing depends on complexity and scope.
🚀 VIP Intensive Sessions
For rapid, focused support
Ideal for strategy development, stakeholder engagement, or project acceleration.
✅ Full-Day Deep Dive
✅ Half-Day Strategy Session
🎓 Coaching & Workshops
Public speaking & presentation skills development
Programme & project management mentoring
Impactful events delivery
🔹Available as single sessions or package deals.
📢 Half-day workshop
📢 Full-day corporate session
🔹 Topics include events management, programme management, stakeholder engagement, and diversity & inclusion.
Get in touch to discuss the details of your project and customising the pricing according to your needs
Let's connect
If you’re interested in working together or exploring how I can support your project, I’d love to hear from you. Feel free to reach out via email or connect with me on LinkedIn.
Wondering if we’re a good fit? Book a free 30-minute consultation to discuss.
I look forward to connecting with you!
