With over 15 years of higher education experience as a university faculty member and director, Sylvia brings invaluable, firsthand insight into student success and career readiness. She holds a certified credential in Independent College Consulting from UC Irvine, a Master’s degree, and professional membership in the IECA.

Sara is committed to creating spaces where students feel seen, heard, and confident in the futures they are building for themselves. She has guided many high school students and their families through the complex application and enrollment process. She holds a Master of Science in Leadership and a Bachelor of Business Administration. 

Nathaniel Hayes was born and raised on Chicago’s Southside with extensive national and international experience, Nathaniel brings a rich, culturally grounded perspective to his mentorship. He graduated with a Bachelor’s from Washington and Lee University and a Master’s from The Clinton School of Public Service. 

Kimberly is currently a doctoral candidate in Learning and Leadership at the University of Tennessee at Chattanooga. Her dissertation examines school counselor self-efficacy in promoting college knowledge and reflects her ongoing commitment to strengthening the systems that support students on their college-going journeys.​

Melvin brings a warm, hands-on approach to student coaching that ensures every student feels genuinely supported and understood. As a College Board Fellow with credentials from NYU and Boston University, his work focuses on creating programs and systems that expand access to education and career opportunities for first-generation, low-income students.

​As a first-generation college graduate from an immigrant family, Dyana is deeply committed to expanding access and opportunity for students who are navigating higher education systems for the first time. Dyana holds a Master of Science in School Counseling with a Pupil Personnel Services (PPS) Credential from California State University, Dominguez Hills.

Dr Madeleine Ryan holds a Doctor of Education from Northeastern University. With over a decade of experience in college admissions and counseling, she has worked at several higher education institutions supporting students across 32 states, as well as U.S. citizens and permanent residents living abroad. She is a first-generation graduate from Massachusets.

Tamara Baptiste is a dynamic college admissions coach, speaker, author, and engineer determined to increase the presence of women in STEM careers. She combines her engineering background from Cornell with her multiple certifications in college counseling and organizational leadership to mentor young men and women onto high impact paths.

Tracy has extensive experience guiding students through the complexities of the financial aid process, helping them understand their options and make informed decisions about funding their education. She is particularly passionate about supporting first-generation students, military-connected students, and families who may be unfamiliar with the college onboarding process.

Michelle Gbelama-Okore is a seasoned Youth Development Specialist and Professional Tennis Coach with over 18 years of experience working with young athletes. She is the Founder and Executive Director of WE Lead Sports Inc, a nonprofit organization dedicated to providing affordable tennis, soccer, leadership development, and college readiness programs to youth in Mercer County, NJ.

Zhané is currently an Admissions Specialist at Rivet School, a nonprofit that supports adult learners in completing accelerated degree programs to close equity gaps in higher education. She previously held roles as Assistant Dean of Admissions and Assistant Director of Enrollment, where she led student retention efforts and implemented data-informed strategies to improve educational outcomes.

Glenn E. Bell is a strong advocate for diversity in higher education, and his career has spanned many disciplines. Born and raised in Northern New Jersey, he has been a frequent lecturer on issues related to the African American community, including Negro Leagues Baseball, Blacks in the Military, and Black activist thought. Glenn received a Bachelor of English degree at Hampton University, and a Master of Education degree from Northeastern University.

Roxanna currently serves as the Associate Dean of Admissions at a law school in Florida. Prior to this role, Roxanna held the position of Associate Vice President of Enrollment at Barry University in Miami Shores where she oversaw all undergraduate, graduate & professional enrollment. As a first-generation college graduate, Roxanna takes pride in her accomplishments and her professional development in enrollment management.