
Elizabeth Zelinka Parsons, a recognized Retirement Transition Expert and author of
“Encore: A High Achiever’s Guide to Thriving in Retirement,”
redefines what it means to retire. Drawing from her distinguished career as a lawyer and retirement coach,she helps high-achieving professionals navigate the complex journey from intense careers to a fulfilling and purpose-driven retirement. Elizabeth’s groundbreaking book, releasing on Feb. 5, 2025, provides actionable strategiesto embrace this significant life transition with confidence and clarity.
She is co-founder of two consulting firms, Zelinka Parsons and Encoraco. A magna cum laude graduate of Georgetown University Law Center and summa cum laude graduate of James Madison University, Elizabeth has spent over two decades shaping professional development and transition strategies for legal professionals. A former attorney at Milbank, she built a national consulting firm assisting AmLaw 100 firms with talent solutions. Elizabeth combines analytical rigor with creative vision to help professionals redefine retirement as a dynamic opportunity for growth and fulfillment.
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