Jilenne Gunther is a national leader in elder law and consumer protection with over 20 years of experience. At AARP, she leads B2B initiatives that have helped save older adults over $400 million from financial exploitation. Prior to AARP, Gunther held a number of government and non-profit positions where she oversaw and directed policy and legal programs on behalf of victims of crime, particularly older adults and other vulnerable groups. Her work has influenced policy in over 40 states and been cited in national media and federal reports. Gunther holds a JD from the University of Utah and an MSW from Washington University in St. Louis.