As an elite educational consultant, I guide students through the intricate process of gaining admission to top U.S. prep schools and universities and empower them to secure a coveted spot in one of the world's leading academic institutions. My expertise offers a strategic advantage, helping students navigate the complexities of admissions where only the most outstanding candidates succeed. My role is not just advisory; it is transformative, providing students with the tools and insights necessary to stand out in a sea of exceptional candidates.

Board Recruitment Committee Chair, Development Committee Member, Gala Committee Member, Executive Search Committee Member, Program Committee Member

Strategic planning and execution of all fundraising

Taught advanced English language students the nuances and terminology necessary to gain acceptance, communicate elegantly and compete at the highest level in elite graduate programs and senior positions in the US.Engaged TOEFL test preparation structures to frame debates, expository writing exercises and book reports.Co-founded and led peer mentoring program.

Awarded $25,000 in funding to produce a documentary film which tells the stories of A Better Chance graduates (“A Better Chance, The Film" www.abetterchancefilm.com)Wrote grant proposal for the Ford Foundation.

Taught potential donors about Reginald F. Lewis.Raised $35,000 for the Reginald F. Lewis Foundation.Assisted in committee fundraising efforts that raised $650,000.

Raised $1.4 million in private equity financing and negotiated terms.Inspired investors to support the film industry.Sold film (starring Billy Baldwin) to Monterey Media for distribution.

Worked closely with James L. White (screenwriter, “Ray”) to edit and re-write scenes on-set.Organized and managed communications between all department heads.Participated in creative meetings and casting.

Managed all marketing and public relations efforts.Created brand book.

Developed creative concepts that effectively delivered compelling messages to consumers for digital and print delivery (Sony Interactive, Rocket eBook, Siebel, BillboardLive).Managed client relationships and mentored junior creatives.

Conceptualized and wrote television, radio and print advertising for all major clients (Coors Light, Nissan, Coke,  California Lottery).Worked with producers and art directors to cast and produce television, print and radio spots.Composed original lyrics and music for television and radio commercials.

Conceptualized and wrote/assigned all beauty and fitness features and pages.Created and maintained relationships with public relations representatives from all major cosmetics and fitness apparel manufacturers in the US and Europe.Conceptualized and targeted promotions to reach 1 million readers in conjunction with Revlon, Nike, Cosmair and L’Oreal.

Collaborated with Mrs. Ashe to create a comprehensive listing and published book about Arthur Ashe's many important philanthropic foundations and initiatives.Read and evaluated proposals regarding the use of Arthur Ashe's name.