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Where We Stand 2012: A Look at the Profession

January 24, 20122 comments

by Mark H. Sklarow, Executive Director, Independent Educational Consultants Association As we begin 2012, it seems to me that we’ve completed a year in which many in the profession took giant strides forward, some fell back, technology has begun to transform the field, and the very concept of what it means to be an independent … Read more »

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A Shout-Out to IECA’s 2011 Social Media All-Stars

January 12, 20121 comment

by Sarah Brachman, Manager of Communications, Independent Educational Consultants Association As we say goodbye to 2011, we would like to show appreciation for the many individuals and companies that have been a part of our social media effort. We salute the most active participants in our IECA social media universe. Top 10 Contributors to the … Read more »

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An Independent Educational Consultant’s Most Valuable Resource: Good Information

January 5, 20122 comments

by Mark H. Sklarow, Executive Director, Independent Educational Consultants Association I believe in the importance of association: through professional societies, trade associations, and membership organizations, especially for those who work alone or in small business, so individuals can easily connect to others with like minds and similar goals. Not surprisingly, some 19 years ago, when … Read more »

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“Getting Kids Into” Ivy League Colleges: Absolutely NOT the Job of an Independent Educational Consultant

December 13, 201114 comments

by Mark Sklarow, Executive Director, Independent Educational Consultants Association I had a very frustrating week last week looking over applications for membership in IECA. To be clear, the applicants looked well educated, came with significant experience, and seemed to be dedicated to the independent educational consulting profession. What triggered my frustration was the number of applicants … Read more »

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Anticipating IECA’s Dallas Conference

October 25, 20116 comments

With the 2011 IECA Fall Conference just two weeks away, a few IECA members have weighed in on what they are looking forward to in Dallas next month: “As the field of educational consulting and the IECA membership continue to grow, I look forward to learning from colleagues, both new and established.  I am always … Read more »

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Independent Educational Consulting At the Tipping Point: What Colleges Need to Know as Private College Consulting Explodes

September 20, 20112 comments

by Mark Sklarow, Executive Director, IECA from New Orleans & the NACAC 2011 Conference The title of this blog is shared with the presentation I will offer Saturday morning (8:30 a.m., room 293 in the Convention Center) during NACAC. More importantly, it conveys a growing truth brought on by a few simple facts: (1) As … Read more »

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Colleges: Engage With IECA at NACAC to Diversify Your Campus

September 15, 2011no comments

by Mark Sklarow, Executive Director, IECA A week from today, the 2011 NACAC Conference opens with connections being at the core of that gathering. Many seek to connect to better understand the trends on the horizon in the ever more frenzied atmosphere surrounding college admission. Counselors and independent educational consultants (IECs) seek to connect with, … Read more »

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At IECA Conferences, Education Shares Spotlight with Networking: 5 Rules for Success

August 25, 2011no comments

by Mark H. Sklarow, Executive Director, IECA We make a great deal about the national experts who keynote IECA Conferences, including this fall’s gathering in Texas. Famous authors, practitioners, and public figures have all shared the stage. Typically some 100 panelists and presenters bring attendees the latest in research or new ideas that can be … 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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An IECA Consultant’s Journey with Technology

August 8, 20113 comments

by Suzanne Luse, IECA Member (Minnesota) Ten years ago this month, I launched Suzanne Luse and Associates, Inc. At that time, I was a total novice with technology and did not know the difference between an e-mail address and a Web site. So my journey to utilizing technology in my business began! We work with … Read more »

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