My name is Ilona — it’s pronounced EE-Low-Nah. I was born in Ireland to French parents and grew up between Ireland, Canada, and the U.S. I love to travel, eat good food, go hiking, hang out with my dog, matcha, snowboarding, and spend time with my friends!​

Growing up in a bilingual household gave me an early appreciation for different languages and cultures. It also made me adaptable, curious, and comfortable in multicultural spaces — something that continues to shape the way I see the world today.