In pursuit of excellence in the college consulting field, Jackie has taken over 100 courses and seminars to advance her college admissions consulting skill set, and has supported numerous students on their path to higher education. She continues to study, visit colleges and college fairs, and delve deeply into the field to support students and families. Jackie’s long career in human resources afforded her opportunities to work with diverse personalities advising, counseling, interviewing, and helping them to develop in terms of career path - highly transferable skills for college consulting. Experience includes long-term volunteer work in student-centered activities in K-12 education, gaining respect and appreciation from students, parents, and teachers. She is an Associate Member of the Independent Educational Consultants Association (IECA) and a member of the Western Association of College Admissions Counselors (WACAC). She is proud to have completed the WACAC College Counseling Education Program (CCEP), which educates individuals to meet the performance expectations outlined by the California Department of Education PPS credential requirements for college counseling. She is eager to support students and families as they forge the path to higher education.