Woman of the Week ~ Lilu Terefe

Here at Executive Elements, we like to feature fantastic women we think you should know. Some of these women are clients, some are friends, some are women we’ve only just met. But they all have this in common: they are dynamic, interesting women who have agreed to share with us their insights and secrets to success.

My Name: Lilu Terefe

My Current Job/Company: Lead Youth Program Coordinator/Ethiopian Tewahedo Social Services

My Work: ETSS is an organization that serves New American, Refugee and Immigrant Community. I am part of the Youth Program, program planning and implementation in After-School and Summer Camp Program, and overseeing program sites.

My Passion: Serving youth and empowering New American communities.

My Family: Wendu (greatttt husband) and my kids Moa-2 , and Ketie-10 months.

My Hero or Heroes: My parents who are always there, loving, and supportive. And all the working moms with young kids.

My Escape: With young kids….nowhere! but Saturdays, I wake up early and have a cup of tea.

My Pet Peeve: Being stuck in traffic.

My Indulgence: Upper Cup coffee – The best in town!

My Roots: Family Family Family!

My Future: Supporting, engaging, and empowering New American families!

My Favorite Quote: “Not all of us can do great things. But we can do small things with great love.” Mother Teresa

My Accessory: Big necklaces.

My Advice to Young Women: Confidence is the best accessory you can wear.

How I Balance it All: To do list and calendar!