AboutLast updated: November 2026
About Rarified Life
Rarified Life is the business behind Preferment, a retirement coaching framework for high achievers redesigning life after 50, and it publishes this website. It was founded by Anne van Leynseele.
Who publishes this website, and why?
This website is published by Rarified Life (Rarified Life LLC). It is one of a small number of websites the business publishes, and it exists to explain retirement coaching, the free presentation and the 8-week Preferment course in plain language, so accomplished women can decide whether this approach is right for them. The business’s main website is rarifiedlife.com.
What Rarified Life does
Rarified Life offers the Preferment framework, described by the business as a research-backed approach for high achievers to redesign life after 50 as an active, purpose-driven alternative to traditional retirement. It helps people align future plans with personal values and cultivate meaningful pursuits beyond their careers.
- A free presentation for accomplished women in their 50s and 60s nearing or in retirement.
- The Preferment live course: eight weekly sessions with Anne, built on her book.
- A 40-minute Breakthrough Session, listed on the booking calendar.
- Books and 1:1 coaching, listed as coming soon.
Who is Anne van Leynseele?
Anne van Leynseele is the founder of Rarified Life and author of the book Preferment. She built and sold a production company in Los Angeles film and television, advised Fortune 100 companies on digital strategy across three continents, served as an Attorney Advisor in the Obama Administration, and helped write the legal framework for recreational cannabis in Washington State. Today she co-owns an award-winning chocolate farm on the Big Island of Hawaii. She has lived four reinventions, and Preferment is how she teaches others to run their own.
“Transformation isn't just about reaching new heights; it's about discovering the depth of your own potential. Growth is a journey inward as much as forward, where every step reveals a part of you that was always meant to shine.”
How to reach Rarified Life
The quickest route is the contact page. Rarified Life also lists the phone number 808-765-2330, the email addresses Hello@rarifiedlife.com and Anne@rarifiedlife.com, a location in Edmonds, Washington, and a mailing address at PO Box 1174, Captain Cook, Hawaii 96704.
New here? Start with our overview of retirement coaching.
Common questions
- Who is Anne van Leynseele?
- Anne van Leynseele is the founder of Rarified Life and author of the book Preferment. She built and sold a Los Angeles film and television production company, advised Fortune 100 companies on digital strategy across three continents, served as an Attorney Advisor in the Obama Administration, and co-owns an award-winning chocolate farm on Hawaii’s Big Island. More in the FAQ
- Who is Rarified Life for?
- Rarified Life is for accomplished women in their 50s and 60s who are nearing or in retirement, especially those whose identity has been wrapped up in their work. The broader Preferment framework is designed for high achievers redesigning life after 50 who want an active, purpose-driven alternative to traditional retirement. More in the FAQ
- What is Preferment?
- Preferment is Rarified Life’s framework, described by the business as a research-backed approach for high achievers to redesign life after 50 as an active, purpose-driven alternative to traditional retirement. It helps people align future plans with personal values. The course page describes treating this chapter like an ascension rather than an ending. More in the FAQ
- Where is Rarified Life based?
- Rarified Life lists Edmonds, Washington, and a mailing address at PO Box 1174, Captain Cook, Hawaii 96704. Founder Anne van Leynseele co-owns an award-winning chocolate farm on Hawaii’s Big Island. Ask the business how course sessions are delivered for your location and time zone. More in the FAQ
- How do I contact Rarified Life?
- Use the contact page at rarifiedlife.com/contact-7521. Rarified Life also lists the phone number 808-765-2330 and the email addresses Hello@rarifiedlife.com and Anne@rarifiedlife.com. Questions about course dates, format, price or fit are best sent there before you enroll. More in the FAQ
Start with the free presentation
Watch the free presentation for accomplished women in their 50s and 60s, then decide whether the 8-week Preferment course is your next step. Questions first? Contact Rarified Life.