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As We Conference Next Week, the World Looks a Little Different

November 3, 20112 comments

by Mark Sklarow, Executive Director, Independent Educational Consultants Association Next week about 1,000 of us will gather in Dallas, roughly split between independent educational consultants (IECs), prep school representatives, college admission officers, and therapeutic school and program reps. Also, there will be vendors for companies that serve these communities, plus presenting experts, psychologists, athletic directors…the … Read more »

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Impressions of the SSAT Conference

October 4, 20111 comment

Here are some observations of the SSAT Conference by IECA members, held recently in Phoenix. The conference began with a community service project to benefit the Gila River Community. Between the purchase of the lanyards and the monetary donations,$8,300 was raised! The conference sessions I attended were insightful and inspiring, and I am in the … Read more »

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Nearly 100 Presenters will Examine Hot Topics in College Admission, Boarding Schools, Special Purpose Programs & Independent Educational Consulting

August 18, 2011no comments

by Mark H. Sklarow, Executive Director, IECA IECA’s Conference registration for our 35th Anniversary Conference in Dallas, Texas opens this week. Attendees will be treated to exceptional opportunities for networking, information exchange, and unique keynotes from nationally recognized experts. In addition, dozens of breakout sessions will allow attendees to personalize their attendance. Tracks allow for independent … Read more »

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It’s ALWAYS About the Match

April 14, 2011no comments

by Mark Sklarow, Executive Director, IECA Two very different experiences yesterday brought home the singular message that has dominated this profession since it was “created” more than 35 years ago. Yesterday morning I participated in a research session sponsored by the American Society of Association Executives Foundation. Along with eight other association CEOs, we delved … Read more »

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Early Bird Registration Points to a Unique Networking Opportunity with IECs in Philadelphia

March 7, 20111 comment

by Mark Sklarow, Executive Director, IECA Over the weekend our “early bird” conference registration period came to a close. These registrants responded to an electronic invitation and jumped in before the conference brochures were mailed. Typically we register about 500 – 550 people during this period. By Saturday morning we had over 750 registrants! Among … Read more »

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Parents Want Their Kids to be Happy: Ignore at Your Own Peril!

December 8, 2010no comments

by Mark H. Sklarow, Executive Director, IECA On the final morning of The Association of Boarding Schools national conference, I attended a valuable session designed to help admission directors and counselors view the application process through the lens of the parent. While designed expressly for boarding school representatives, much of the content is applicable whether … Read more »

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Boarding School Virtual Expo Launches with Potential to Reach New Pool of Students

October 6, 20105 comments

by Mark H. Sklarow, Executive Director, Independent Educational Consultants Association Last evening The Association of Boarding Schools (TABS) held the first ever VIRTUAL Boarding School Expo. IECA was pleased to play a role as a partner, featuring a keynote presentation, leading a discussion, providing experts to answer family questions, and offering downloads from our booth. … Read more »

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With IECA Conference Approaching, Focus on ROI

September 21, 20101 comment

by Mark Sklarow, Executive Director, IECA With the fall conference of the Independent Educational Consultants Association just six weeks away, many are deciding whether to attend. Given the nature of the economy and budgets, one way to evaluate is by examining the ROI or Return on Investment. For schools that often means the ability to … Read more »

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Independent Schools and Consultants Should Watch Legislative Action for Opportunity to Attract New Students

May 27, 2010no comments

by Mark Sklarow, Executive Director, IECA At first blush it may defy logic, but the Defense Appropriations bill, which will come up for Congressional approval in the coming weeks, may present an excellent opportunity to introduce the benefits of independent schooling to families. Depending how a proposed amendment goes, families with a strong commitment to … Read more »

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Better Relations Between School-Based Counselors and Educational Consultants Is Focus of IECA Effort

April 20, 20106 comments

by Mark Sklarow, Executive Director, Independent Educational Consultants Association A major source of frustration, based on what I hear when I travel, revolves around the strained relationship between independent educational consultants and school-based college counselors. School counselors feel that students working with consultants are often advised to keep that relationship a secret from the school … Read more »

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