Experience

ProEducation Solutions, LLC

• United States
• Higher Education
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Director of Operations

  • Jan 2023 - Present

• School Account Manager

  • Jul 2021 - Present

  ProEducation Solutions is a full-service financial aid consulting firm offering financial aid cloud-based technologies & virtual workforce solutions. As the School Account Manager, I manage a number of colleges and universities who utilize the services offered by ProEducation Solutions. I am the point of contact for each of my clients providing training to their staff, and resolving questions and issues from the staff as well as student users.

• Team Lead

  • Jul 2012 - Present

  Oversaw the day-to-day operations of remote processing teams performing compliance audits, verification, and Professional Judgement. Created training manuals that were unique to each school client and provided training to the work teams on processing polices and procedures for each school client. Served as the liaison between the school and ProEducation Solutions.

• Consultant

  • Nov 2010 - Jul 2012

  Worked as a consultant on remote verification, R2T4 and audit projects for Colleges and Universities throughout the United States.



AllWyze Consulting, LLC

• Owner, President

  • Dec 2020 - Present

  AllWyze Consulting, LLC was created to work with and assist non-profit organizations (501(C)(3) organizations) in the location and application for grants from various organizations from Federal, State and Foundation sources to help the non-profit maintain existing programming or invest in new programming. I have been writing grants for many years and have decided to provide my assistance to other non-profits beyond the ones where I am currently involved in other ways in addition to grant… Show more AllWyze Consulting, LLC was created to work with and assist non-profit organizations (501(C)(3) organizations) in the location and application for grants from various organizations from Federal, State and Foundation sources to help the non-profit maintain existing programming or invest in new programming. I have been writing grants for many years and have decided to provide my assistance to other non-profits beyond the ones where I am currently involved in other ways in addition to grant writing. Show less



CollegeUp.org

• Blog Writer

  • 2013 - 2016

  Research and write articles regarding the financial aid process in a conversational style, which engages readers. Interface with key departments to insure blog content captures readers' interest, while promoting CollegeUp.org's message. Use online and offline social networking techniques for collaboration with people inside and outside the organization. Promote organization objectives with each blog article.



Western Governors University

• United States
• Higher Education
• 700 & Above Employee

• Financial Aid Administrator

  • Sep 2010 - Oct 2014

  Bloomington, Indiana Area Responsible for interpretation of state and federal financial aid regulations and ensuring university is fully compliant with those regulations. Served as financial aid compliance officer. Provide training to financial aid and academic staff on various financial aid regulations and policies including R2T4, SAP, and verification. Created and maintained the financial aid policies and procedures manual. Developed a web-based version of the student consumer guide and maintained documents in… Show more Responsible for interpretation of state and federal financial aid regulations and ensuring university is fully compliant with those regulations. Served as financial aid compliance officer. Provide training to financial aid and academic staff on various financial aid regulations and policies including R2T4, SAP, and verification. Created and maintained the financial aid policies and procedures manual. Developed a web-based version of the student consumer guide and maintained documents in compliance with all Department of Education requirements and regulations. Show less



Sallie Mae

• United States
• Financial Services
• 700 & Above Employee

• Account Executive

  • Jul 2006 - May 2010

  Charged with growing the business and marketing USA Funds products. Responsible for expense reporting, customer contact, attending meetings/conventions, and making presentations to key community leaders.



Ivy Tech Community College

• United States
• Higher Education
• 700 & Above Employee

• Financial Aid Director

  • Jul 2003 - Jul 2006

  Implemented Financial Aid Programs including counseling prospective and current students on financial aid availability/options and verification of financial aid information. Developed/implemented policies and procedures that improved accuracy of awards/customer satisfaction. Created a robust College Work-Study Supervisors' Manual containing policies and procedures governing that program on the local campus. Developed a Student Financial Aid Handbook used by advisors, student affairs staff… Show more Implemented Financial Aid Programs including counseling prospective and current students on financial aid availability/options and verification of financial aid information. Developed/implemented policies and procedures that improved accuracy of awards/customer satisfaction. Created a robust College Work-Study Supervisors' Manual containing policies and procedures governing that program on the local campus. Developed a Student Financial Aid Handbook used by advisors, student affairs staff, recruitment staff and business office to advise students about the basics of financial aid. Show less



INDIANA COLLEGE NETWORK (ICN)

• Director

  • Jan 2000 - Jan 2003

  Served as Indiana's distance education financial aid expert providing assistance to all universities and colleges concerning financial aid and its impact on distance learners. Assisted in the development of the Home Institution concept, which allowed students to receive financial aid across institutions. Developed/implemented policy and procedures manual. Reset the focus of the ICN Student Services Center to align more effectively with student needs. Effectively managed enrollment for… Show more Served as Indiana's distance education financial aid expert providing assistance to all universities and colleges concerning financial aid and its impact on distance learners. Assisted in the development of the Home Institution concept, which allowed students to receive financial aid across institutions. Developed/implemented policy and procedures manual. Reset the focus of the ICN Student Services Center to align more effectively with student needs. Effectively managed enrollment for ICN and created an online registration system that enabled students to register for courses via the ICN website. Developed/implemented a common admissions application for distance learners who were pursuing their degree via ICN that ensured consistency and improved processes. Show less



Indiana State University

• United States
• Higher Education
• 700 & Above Employee

• Student Service Coordinator

  • Jan 1998 - Jan 2000

  Represented ISU as the financial aid expert for distance education students. Handled all financial aid needs for distance learners. Assisted in the creation of a statewide financial aid consortium agreement between Ivy Tech State College, Vincennes University, and Indiana State University. Served as an advocate, assisting students in the admission process, evaluating transcripts for transfer credit, providing advice for course load and course selection, as well as registering for classes… Show more Represented ISU as the financial aid expert for distance education students. Handled all financial aid needs for distance learners. Assisted in the creation of a statewide financial aid consortium agreement between Ivy Tech State College, Vincennes University, and Indiana State University. Served as an advocate, assisting students in the admission process, evaluating transcripts for transfer credit, providing advice for course load and course selection, as well as registering for classes each term. Interpreted student billing statements and worked with the Bursar's Office in creating payment plans. Show less



Hanover College

• Higher Education
• 300 - 400 Employee

• Financial Aid Director

  • Jul 1992 - Apr 1997

  Responsible for setting the direction of the office by creating policies and procedures in a formal manual, including student aid awards, utilization and processing of endowed funds, and maintaining up-to-date knowledge of federal, state and institutional regulations. Conducted needs analysis and verification of all applicants prior to packaging financial assistance that enhanced processes. Ensured accuracy and consistency in record keeping and financial aid reports in keeping with federal… Show more Responsible for setting the direction of the office by creating policies and procedures in a formal manual, including student aid awards, utilization and processing of endowed funds, and maintaining up-to-date knowledge of federal, state and institutional regulations. Conducted needs analysis and verification of all applicants prior to packaging financial assistance that enhanced processes. Ensured accuracy and consistency in record keeping and financial aid reports in keeping with federal, state, and institutional guidelines. Accountable for financial aid files for internal, state, and federal audits. Show less



Ivy Tech Community College

• United States
• Higher Education
• 700 & Above Employee

• Financial Aid Director

  • Mar 1987 - Jul 1992

  Counseled prospective and current students regarding financial assistance; conducted needs analysis/verification of financial aid information. Prepared financial aid packages. Identified and assisted in the development of new sources of financial aid funds. Represented the college as a spokesperson for financial aid and general recruitment of prospective students. Presented educational options and opportunities to area groups.



Saint Mary-of-the-Woods College

• United States
• Higher Education
• 100 - 200 Employee

• Director of Financial Aid/Assistant Director of Admissions

  • Jan 1985 - Jan 1987

  Managed public relations and recruitment and assisted in creation of a marketing plan for the college. Also assisted in the review/revision of marketing material. Proactively assisted students in the completion of the admission process, evaluated applications for admission, and participated in the scholarship competition program. Administered the Financial Aid process; reviewed needs analysis and aid applications for determination of aid and made awards accordingly.