Our Leadership
Executive Director
Eve Lefkowitz
Eve’s vision has shaped Conversations to Remember into the organization that it is today. She has personally worked with hundreds of caregivers, gerontologists, educators, and seniors to learn what is effective in building intergenerational relationships with seniors, and, more importantly, what is ineffective. Eve trains all of the volunteers for the virtual visits, and oversees the screening process that evaluates volunteers to confirm that they will be able to effectively form relationships with seniors in a virtual environment.
Eve’s background includes leadership roles in other nonprofit organizations, as well as successfully building her own small business. She also was a practicing lawyer for over ten years. Eve was touched by the issues that Conversations to Remember seeks to address when her mother-in-law suffered from dementia during the years preceding the pandemic and during its initial months.
Eve received a BA in psychology from Brandeis University, and a JD
degree from Cardozo School of Law. Eve’s family founded Conversations to
Remember.
Board of Directors
Robert Lefkowitz
President
Robert is a founder of Conversations to Remember. He has an extensive background in technology, and is passionate about online security and privacy. Robert has spent the majority of his career working as a project manager, specializing in efficient, scalable process design. Robert has served on other nonprofit boards, including the Montville Township Public Library, where he was the vice president, and led the technology committee. He has also sat on other technology committees, providing his unique insight.
Robert received his BSE in computer engineering from the University of Pennsylvania, and his MBA from NYU’s Stern School of Business
Dan Nestle
Treasurer
Dan is an award-winning strategic communications executive and communications technology leader, podcaster, and author. Named to the PRWeek Magazine Dashboard25 in 2023 and 2024, he is recognized among his peers as one of the top 25 “movers and shakers” in communications technology. Through his two decades of corporate and agency experience, Dan has proven expertise in corporate and brand communications, communications technology (CommsTech), Generative AI, integrated marketing communications, content marketing, social media strategy, and brand storytelling. Born and raised in New Jersey, Dan spent 16 years in Japan and speaks Japanese.
Ilana Julie Lefkowitz
Secretary
Ilana is a graphic designer and web developer, as well as one of the founders of Conversations to Remember. She is deeply committed to realizing this mission through innovative programming and impactful initiatives.
Ilana has held leadership positions in Hillel and BBYO, and is passionate about serving others.
Justin Hopple
Director
Justin brings over 20 years of experience in technology and cybersecurity, including a decade of service in the U.S. Army where he held multiple leadership roles. Following his military career, he transitioned to the private sector, where he has spent more than 10 years building, leading, and maturing cybersecurity programs for large organizations.
A passionate advocate for mentorship and community service, Justin actively supports early-career cybersecurity professionals and helps military service members navigate their transition to civilian careers. His commitment to service, both in uniform and beyond, reflects a lifelong dedication to protecting people, systems, and values.
MiMi Jenkins, CCP, SHRM-SCP, SPHR
Director
MiMi is an accomplished Human Resources leader with over two decades of experience as a total rewards professional focused on attracting, motivating, and retaining top talent. MiMi’s expertise spans both domestic and international experience at industry-leading companies in the public, private, and non-profit sectors. MiMi’s deep experience in total rewards strategy encompasses career development, compensation, benefits, global mobility, performance management, and wellness programs.
MiMi holds esteemed credentials, including Certified Compensation Professional (CCP), SHRM Senior Certified Professional (SHRM-SCP), and Senior Professional in Human Resources (SPHR). MiMi is actively involved in both the national and local Human Resources community, including membership in the Society for Human Resources Management and WorldatWork Total Rewards Association.
MiMi earned her Master of Arts in Human Resource Management & Industrial Relations from Saint Francis University and her Bachelor of Science in Business Administration, Magna Cum Laude, from Towson University. Early in her career, MiMi served as an adjunct instructor at her alma mater, Saint Francis University, Graduate School of Human Resource Management and Industrial Relations.
