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Ashley Canfield - Enneagram Coach
CERTIFIED ENNEAGRAM COACH - HELPING STUDENTS AND ADULTS FIND THEIR EXCITING FUTURE THROUGH PERSONALITY TRAITS AND ASSESSMENTS. OFFERING GUIDANCE TO HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS AS THEY CHOOSE A MAJOR FOR COLLEGE AND A PATH OF STUDY. HELPING ADULTS AS THEY CHOOSE A CAREER AND FIND THEIR PERFECT PATH. ASHLEY ALSO ASSISTS IN SALES FOR IMAGINE SCHOLARSHIPS.
Jennifer Kresock
After twenty plus years as a high school guidance director/counselor in the public school system, Jennifer Severini-Kresock recognized the growing need for individualized college preparatory services. With even more cuts to educational budgets, the ability to adequately guide students to their highest potential of college and career preparation becomes even more fragmented, often resulting in missed opportunities or less-than-desired outcomes.
Regardless of the level or ability of a student, reaching the highest possible desired outcome is what NEPA Career and College Counseling Associates strives to do with dedicated excellence.
As the lead counselor of NEPA Career and College Counseling Associates which she founded in 2012, Jennifer Severini-Kresock brings her passion for helping to mold ideal college candidates.
Jennifer received a Bachelor of Science degree cum laude in Clinical Psychology and a Master of Science degree in Secondary Counselor Education from Marywood University. She has spent countless hours engaging in Professional Development activities, including conferences, college visits, and web-based learning opportunities.
She has lectured on the university level and has been cited for her professional excellence by several organizations in the industry. She is thrilled to bring her expertise and enthusiastic drive to help students make their educational and career dreams into reality.Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference.
Lindsey Sharpe, AAMS®, CDFA
Vice President/Senior Wealth Advisor
Lindsey is a seasoned financial and wealth advisor, with more than 12 years of experience in the field – the last four of which as a financial advisor for Edward Jones. She has a passion for working with both individuals and their families as well as small business owners, and she has a strong background in developing wealth planning strategies. In addition, Lindsey has a deep understanding of the wealth management business, and her exceptional communication skills allow her to enjoy deep and lasting trusted relationships with her clients. Lindsey is a registered investment advisor representative, and also holds a general lines insurance license in the state of Texas.
Lindsey is a 6th generation Georgetown, Texas native! She earned her Bachelor of Business Administration degree from The University of Mary Hardin Baylor, with a double major in marketing and management. She is very active in the community, serving on the board of directors for the Liberty Hill Chamber of Commerce. Lindsey is also involved with the AFE Foundation, the Austin Fire Fighters Association, and serves as a consultant to various small business in the area.
In 2019 Lindsey earned the Accredited Asset Management Specialist (AAMS) designation. Lindsey also heads up BKA Wealth's Divorce Consulting Practice and is a Certified Divorce Financial Analyst.
Elisa Anderson - Crossroads Mentors
Student-Centered, Purpose Driven
As founder and lead consultant with Crossroads Mentors, I have helped over 300 students as well as organizations since starting my business in 2016.
As a youth mentor/teacher and former college admissions counselor, I have a unique "inside - out" perspective. I understand what colleges are looking for in students AND I empathize with families who are overwhelmed with next steps planning. Let me alleviate some stress out of this experience by being your student's advocate, who helps them present their best selves to colleges or wherever their dreams take them.
I specialize in customized college consulting. My approach is student-centered and purpose driven, which includes: Career Direct consultation, experienced essay reviewing to help students find their authentic voice (seasonal essay reviewer with College Coach in 2020 editing 30 essays per week), activity resume preparation, curating a college list, test prep strategy, application help and deadline accountability, and an online platform for family communication and to keep students organized every step of the way.
Kari Matney - Financial Advisor
Every day I have the opportunity to live my passion -- helping others reach their highest potential. For two decades, I accomplished this through teaching, fitness and nutrition coaching, and student mentoring, and I now bring those skillsets to the world of personal finance. As your financial advisor, my priority is to truly understand what is important to you and build personalized strategies that will help launch you toward your goals. Whether your goal is planning for your ideal retirement, generating a lasting income while enjoying your current retirement, saving for educational expenses for your children or grandchildren, or ensuring your family is secure when you are gone, I am here to help you. Throughout the process, I am dedicated to providing you with the highest level of service possible.
Additionally, I am not alone in exceeding your client experience. Thousands of people and advanced technology support my office to ensure you receive the most current and comprehensive guidance. I also welcome the opportunity to work alongside your attorney, accountant and other trusted professionals to deliver a comprehensive strategy that leverages each professional's expertise.
I received two undergraduate degrees from Texas A&M University, and while raising six kids, completed a Master of Art and a Master of Divinity from Liberty University. Outside of the office, I am a busy mom of six, a fitness enthusiast and an active member in my local community. I am especially passionate about helping young people and have multiple years of volunteer service with various local organizations including the Austin Stone Community Church, WATCH Co-op and Refugee Services of Texas. I currently reside in Round Rock, Texas, with my husband and youngest two boys.
I look forward to speaking with you and getting your complete, tailored financial strategy started today.
https://www.edwardjones.com/us-en/financial-advisor/kari-matney
Joy Denomme- College Trips and Tips
Joy founded College Trips and Tips in 2016 because she couldn't find any resources to help her son build his college list and efficiently plan campus visits. Previously, Joy was an Acquisitions Editor in medical publishing for Blackwell Science, Inc. She developed and launched several successful textbooks in addition to the best-selling Blueprints Series for medical student clerkships and USMLE prep. She also spent a decade in the advertising and marketing fields in Account Management, both on the agency and client-side. She holds a BS degree from the University of Vermont and a Certificate in Publishing from New York University.
Liane Crane
The College Dollar
Before becoming passionate about college finances, Liane’s background included teaching, a non-profit director and paralegal for a large NYC law firm. After 10 years’ experience working for a college consulting company, she started her own business to solely focus on college finances. Her specialty is helping parents early on, truly understand the cost of college and how to pay it, and educating recently graduated students understand their debt and how best to repay it.
She is a member of HECA – Higher Education Consultants Association, NCAG – National College Advocacy Group and certified in College Finances by the AFCPE and Financial Aid certification through Scoir.
Assisting her three children through the college journey has given her first-hand knowledge of what parents really want and need to know. As all three are in college at the same time, the craziness, complications and excitement that surrounds finding a college are well understood. And, she highly recommends yoga, a class of wine and long walks during the search process!