Focus

I help students understand themselves on a deeper level and guide them to make aligned decisions on majors, colleges, careers, and life! I use a holistic approach to meet students where they are, and together, we co-create a personalized plan so they can set goals and find success earlier in life.

If college is part of their pathway, I can seamlessly guide them on finding the right colleges and maximizing scholarship eligibility so families can preserve their wealth and make a wise investment in their children’s education.

Experience

Does the thought of financial aid make your head hurt? I totally understand! My first role in higher education was as a Financial Aid Officer, where I learned the intricacies of scholarships, grants, loans, and who gets money and who doesn’t. It was wildly valuable but this job did not fit my aptitudes, so I expanded into holistic college planning, where I can help students in high school and junior college with resume-building, career coaching, building a college list, application strategy, writing amazing college essays, and maximizing merit scholarships.

College admissions evaluate the whole student, so my services are designed to support the whole student. My process begins with helping your child to understand themselves on a deeper level so they are equipped to make the best choices for their future through Highland’s Advanced Aptitude Testing.

Education and Certifications

Bachelor of Science in Business Administration – Columbia College
Certified Highlands Consultant
HECA & IACAC member
Former Financial Aid Officer
Crystal Lake Chamber Foundation (NPO) Board of Directors
Scholarship Reader & Committee Member