Meet Kelly
Kelly is a northwest native from Oregon and Washington where she currently resides in King County.
Kelly's background
Kelly graduated magna cum laude with a degree in Human Resources and built her career leading recruiting teams that hired from entry-level roles through senior executive positions—giving her real insight into how schools and employers evaluate candidates.
For the past five years, Kelly has worked closely with students from early high school through university graduation. She translates long-term goals into clear, manageable milestones—course planning, extracurricular strategy, applications, and transitions—so students know what to focus on next without unnecessary stress.
Kelly is highly experienced with FAFSA, financial aid planning, and merit-based scholarships, including identifying additional scholarship opportunities that are often overlooked. She helps families connect academic and career choices to real financial outcomes, enabling smarter, more affordable paths forward.
How Kelly works
Kelly is an exceptional writer and editor, with a keen eye for shaping strong personal statements and application essays. She helps students communicate their strengths clearly and authentically—without gimmicks—so applications stand out for the right reasons.
Known for her calm, practical problem-solving and genuine connection with young people, Kelly guides students through challenges and setbacks with confidence. She works across a wide range of pathways, including university programs, graduate and medical tracks, and skilled trades, helping students build plans that fit who they are and where they want to go.
