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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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Impact of an IECA Conference: 3 Views

November 21, 2011no comments

“Nothing supplants seeing and visiting” Having been a member for nearly fifteen years, I am always amazed at the “take-aways” from IECA conferences.  From the renewed connections with colleagues I have known and worked with for some time to plugging into the energies of new members, I always get back on the plane ready to … Read more »

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Attending the Dallas Conference…Virtually

November 16, 20111 comment

by Sarah Brachman, Manager of Communications, IECA While I did not attend the Dallas conference in person, I still felt like I participated by following the tweets and photos from the event. I could sense the energy from attendees as they greeted old friends in Conference Central during registration and in the hallways in between … Read more »

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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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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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IECA Summer Institute Attendee Reflects on Inclusiveness

August 3, 20115 comments

by Sean Hawes, M.S. CSPA, College Choice And Success Counselor Pathways To College Achievement With Open Arms I feel compelled to send an unsolicited article for because of my most unusual experience at IECA’s 2011 Summer Training Institute. I have not been to religious retreats more welcoming. I have not been to another training institute … Read more »

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What STI Attendees Are Saying

July 29, 2011no comments

by Marilyn Emerson, M.S.W., IECA Member (New York) Yesterday’s Summer Training Institute began with Joan Koven telling the attendees that “you are the message” and that independent educational consultants need to “inspire” and “share their vision.” For the faculty, sharing our knowledge, giving glimpses into our practices and providing encouragement is an integral part of … Read more »

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Succeeding as an Educator and Business Owner are Not Mutually Exclusive

July 27, 2011no comments

by Charlotte Klaar, M.S. IECA Member (MD) From IECA’s Summer Training Institute in Swarthmore, PA It is so exciting for me to be in Philadelphia teaching at STI once again. As is the case each year, a dynamic, involved, and interesting group of participants has arrived and they are eager to learn about the independent … Read more »

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IECA Associate Members: Acknowledge Your Professional Success!

June 22, 20111 comment

by Mark Sklarow, Executive Director, IECA When IECA’s Board created the category of “Associate Membership” about ten years ago, the goal was to bring on board those who demonstrated a background or commitment to the profession but did not yet meet the requirements for experience, education, site visits, and more. The expectation was that the … Read more »

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