I hold an MBA from Cornell University and a double Bachelor's in Communications and Government & Politics from St. John’s University, where I graduated with honors. My career over the past 10+ years has been dedicated to supporting students, entrepreneurs, and professionals in achieving their academic and career goals. I have worked extensively in higher education, with a focus of mentoring students on strategic growth, storytelling, and positioning themselves for success. Previous to joining CollegeAdvisor, my journey in admissions began at Columbia University, where I served as an Admissions Officer and later as Assistant Director of Admissions & Recruitment. My work there involved counseling students to find the best-fit programs and pathways to admission, as well as evaluating applications and assisting department heads in making admission decisions. I also worked at Cornell Tech, supporting early-stage entrepreneurs and building strategic partnerships to encourage and fund post-graduate startups. These experiences have refined my ability to help students navigate complex application processes and showcase their unique strengths in compelling ways. Outside of my work at universities, I've tutored students of all ages for test preparation, helped them navigate building college lists and submitting applications, and even mentored undergraduate students on making plans for their graduate degree education. Now, I serve as a Platform Manager for a non-profit foundation, providing post-investment support to underrepresented founders of startup companies. On a daily basis, I aim to help entrepreneurs access the resources and knowledge they need to have the best chance of success with their business - which, if you think about it, isn't all that different from helping students navigate the path of applying to college! At CollegeAdvisor.com, I am passionate about guiding students through the college admissions process, helping them craft applications that reflect their authentic selves. My goal is to make the journey to higher education not only successful, but also exciting for students and their families. I know firsthand how daunting the process of figuring out life's next steps can be, and am an empowering and encouraging partner to students who are considering this path.
In my free time, you can find me traveling with friends, discovering the best coffee shops and restaurants, exploring street art, thrifting, and visiting botanical gardens.