Our Team
Kevin Krebs
Kevin Krebs
Inspired by his parents, Kevin’s journey from a first-gen, diverse, low-income background to Northwestern University shaped him. After experiencing challenges, including student loan debt, he founded HelloCollege and has spent the last 25 years helping students successfully navigate college admissions.
Andrea Emmons
Andrea Emmons
Andrea Emmons is not just a CEO; she's a mentor, a leader, and a force for positive change in education. Her innovative approach and genuine care for students are shaping a brighter and more equitable future in higher education.
Allison Dahleen
Allison Dahleen
As an MSA holder, Allison brings a wealth of experience supporting students in higher education. As a respected leader at HelloCollege, she expertly navigates admissions, and academic advising, empowering students to conquer their goals.
Ian Simon
Ian Simon
Ian has dedicated his life to helping others achieve their full potential and learn about the world around them. After graduating from UIUC with a BS in Electrical Engineering, he owned and operated a private tutoring business, where his team specialized in individualized curriculum development and helping students achieve their academic goals.
Jennifer Bosco
Jennifer Bosco
Jennifer has over 20 years experience working with students on their college journey. She has extensive experience as an educational leader, instructor, and DEI consultant.
James McGary
James McGary
James is an experienced marketing executive with 15+ years of specializing in successful campaigns within education, he merges strategic abilities with a passion for storytelling, aligning seamlessly with our mission to simplify the college decision journey for students.
Jeannine Palhegyi
Jeannine Palhegyi
Jeannine draws from personal experience as both a team member and client. As a mother navigating the college planning process for her son, HelloCollege provided invaluable support. Now, with over 20 years of customer service expertise, she compassionately guides families on their own successful college journeys.
Mike Sear
Mike Sear
Mike is a professional storyteller who makes his clients stand out. An award-winning producer/director for 30+ years, with content ranging from documentaries on ESPN to concert videos for Jay-Z, Mike helps students tell their own stories that get them into their dream college and land that dream job.
Sue Nelson
Sue Nelson
Sue has 25 years of experience in financial services and assists families with the financial aid process and cost saving practices.
Duryab Aziz Sukhera
Duryab Aziz Sukhera
Duryab has 6 years of practical experience in various web technologies, including backend, frontend, no-code tools, and APIs. He's an enthusiast for crafting cutting-edge solutions.
Niloufar Azarnia
Niloufar Azarnia
Niloufar has a BS in Marketing from Miami University, she loved her college experience and strives to help others find their SAFE school.
Amanda Yoder
Amanda Yoder
Amanda is a Lead College Counselor and Trainer with over 10 years of high school counseling experience. She holds a Master's in Education with a counseling concentration and graduate certificates in Military & Family Education and Administration & Supervision (Educational Leadership).
Don Keller
Don Keller
Don is a highly skilled College Admissions Counselor, boasting a 20-year background in student service. Don's expertise includes evaluating applications for UC - Berkeley and the prestigious Questbridge Scholars program, making him well-equipped to guide students toward their educational aspirations.
Raymond Gonzales
Raymond Gonzales
Raymond, a first-generation college graduate from the Bay Area, holds a Master's in Education from Harvard, a Master's in Public Health from the University of Pennsylvania, and a Master's in Social Work from University of Southern California. His diverse experience includes roles at Assist America and the UN, reflecting a commitment to global youth advocacy.
Shariq Ali
Shariq Ali
Shariq holds an M.S.Ed. in Intercultural Communication from the University of Pennsylvania and B.A. from Elon University. Shariq leverages his experience in research, advocacy, and mentoring to create personalized plans that reflect students’ unique stories and empower them to achieve their academic dreams.
Miracle Husband
Miracle Husband
Miracle received her B.A. from the University of California - Berkeley and a M.Ed. from the University of Vermont. She has a rich background in higher education, founding her own College Advising company and roles in business academic counseling at Tulane University and college advising at UC Berkeley.
Chris Bench
Chris Bench
Chris Bench, the Assistant Director of Tutoring and Essay, is a seasoned essay coach with a decade of experience. Holding an BA from Kenyon and an MA from UChicago, Chris's expertise shines through, particularly in the realm of commas, where his opinion is unwavering.
Will Wagner
Will Wagner
Will is an admissions essay expert, published author, and editor working on everything from national magazines to websites.
Alisha Braun
Alisha Braun
Alisha has worked in higher ed for 13 yrs, teaching at MSU and USF. She has her Ph.D. in Educational Policy from Michigan State.
Sara Walsh
Sara Walsh
With eighteen years of experience in international schools, Sara holds a B.A. in English from Notre Dame and an M.A. from SUNY New Paltz.
Andi Taylor
Andi Taylor
Andi has over three years of experience working in a college admissions office. She graduated from the University of Chicago with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Linguistics.
Nicholas Pizzo
Nicholas Pizzo
Nick is a graduate of UVM and UChicago. He holds a BA in English and an MA in the Humanities, with a focus on creative writing. He loves watching basketball, despite his poor playing ability.
Sana Rahman
Sana Rahman
Sana Rahman holds a Masters in English Literature from the University of Chicago. She’s always searching for the best way for people to share the stories they want to tell.
Sarah Bellardini
Sarah Bellardini
Sarah Bellardini is a comedy and animation writer with nearly a decade of experience working in television. She graduated with a degree in Film & TV from Boston University.
Steven Flores
Steven Flores
Steven Flores is a writer and educator with 11 years of experience in higher education, including 4 years of one-on-one essay coaching. He is currently an AOP Fellow at UW-Milwaukee.
Eleanor Russell
Eleanor Russell
Eleanor Russell is a writer living in Taos, NM. She earned her doctorate from the Interdisciplinary PhD in Theatre and Drama at Northwestern University. She spends her free time hiking, swimming, listening to music, and praying for a Reba reboot.
Gina Twardosz
Gina Twardosz
Gina Twardosz is a curious lifelong learner with a BFA in English Writing and an MFA in Creative Nonfiction.
Elena Van Lare
Elena Van Lare
Elena Van Lare is an Academic Dean and English Teacher with over 30 years of experience working with young adults from Grades 6 to college. She earned her M.Ed. from Nazareth College in Rochester, NY.
Toni Rexroat
Toni Rexroat
Driven by a passion for learning, Toni Rexroat brings with her 12+ years of success in email marketing and a wealth of knowledge in crafting a journey to guide others on their own path to achievement. She utilizes her gift for storytelling to further our mission and help students on their college decision journey as they create their own life story.
Brooke Kent
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Brooke Kent
Brooke Kent, a summa cum laude graduate of Rice University and the former executive writer for the director of Los Alamos National Laboratory, has spent two decades helping students, executives, and professionals craft personalized, persuasive, and achievement-focused essays, resumes, and LinkedIn profiles.
Jordan Tucker
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Jordan Tucker
As a graduate of Columbia University, King's College London, and New York University, Jordan is a writer, editor, and content strategist who’s assisted hundreds of applicants gain admission into their top undergraduate and graduate programs.
