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John Hollis, Co-Founder and Principal

John is the co-founder and a principal of Strategic College Funding Solutions, Inc.   After graduating from the University of Dayton (OH) with a B.A. in Management, John entered the Financial Services Industry.  During his twenty years in the Financial Services Industry, John's accomplishments have been recognized both locally as well as nationally.

John is the Co-Author of the book “Learn How To Give Your Child a 4 Year College Education Without Going Broke” and the report “9 New Ways to Beat the High Cost of College” along with a monthly college funding newsletter. In addition, John speaks at various schools, libraries, churches, Adult & Community Education programs and is known throughout the community as an expert in Advanced Scholastic and Financial Planning.  He was also featured on WDOK's "Cleveland Connection" with host, Jim McIntyre.  John helps train and teach over 200 College Funding Advisors across the nation and was ranked as "1 of the Top 10 College Funding Advisors in the Country” by the National Association of College Funding Advisors.  John is also a principal founding member of The College Planning Network, LLC - the nation's largest and most reputable college admissions and financial aid servicing center (www.collegeplanningnet.com) and the ONLY service center in the country endorsed by The National Association of College Funding Advisors.

John resides in Highland Heights with his wife and five children.  He enjoys playing golf, coaching various sports and spending time with his family.  John is also very active in charities that include Rainbow Babies and Children's Hospital, Ronald McDonald, the YMCA, and the American Cancer Society.

Scott Weingold, Co-Founder and Principal

Scott graduated with a Finance degree from John Carroll University and is the co-founder and a principal of Strategic College Funding Solutions, Inc. Scott is Co-Author of the book “Learn How To Give Your Child a 4 Year College Education Without Going Broke” and the report “9 New Ways to Beat the High Cost of College” plus a monthly college funding newsletter.  Scott also speaks at various schools, libraries, churches, Adult & Community Education programs and is known throughout the community as an expert in "late stage" College Planning.

He was featured on WDOK's "Cleveland Connection" with host, Jim McIntyre.  Scott also helps train and teach over 200 college funding advisors across the nation and was ranked "1 of the Top 10 College Funding Advisors in the Country” by the National Association of College Funding Advisors along with being recognized as one of the Top 20 Cleveland business people "On The Rise".  He publishes a popular online e-letter, "College Funding Made Simple", which reveals insider tips, tricks, and strategies for beating the high cost of college.

Scott is also a principal founding member of The College Planning Network, LLC - the nation's largest and most reputable college admissions & financial aid servicing center (www.collegeplanningnet.com) and the ONLY service center in the country endorsed by The National Association of College Funding Advisors.

Scott resides in Solon with his wife, Alison, and daughter, Sydney.  He enjoys traveling and spending time with family and friends.

Adam Blumenthal, Sales Manager

Adam received his Bachelors of Science in Business with an emphasis in Marketing and Finance from Miami University of Ohio in 1998 and has spent over 12 years as a business professional focused primarily in the Mortgage Industry.  Before joining the College Planning Network, he served Capital Mortgage Services, Inc. in the position of Regional Vice-President of Sales.  Previously, his entrepreneurial drive led him to develop Avalon Financial Corp, a firm specializing in client payment processing.

Adam has been actively involved with the American Cancer Society and has assisted in the development of the American Cancer Society Charity Golf Tournament (Geauga Region).  In his spare time, he enjoys spending time with his wife, Elana, and his young son, Aiden.

Kristen is a graduate of the University of Wisconsin- Madison where she majored in psychology and anthropology. Originally from Chagrin Falls, she also lived overseas for three years in the Netherlands where she learned to speak Dutch and German.  She moved back to Cleveland after college and joined the SCFS team. She currently lives in Cleveland Heights with her cat, Sadie.

In her free time, Kristen enjoys spending time with her friends and family, shopping, and rooting for the Cleveland Cavs and Badger football.

Cathy Eben, Education Specialist

Cathy is a graduate of Marquette University.  She previously worked as a purchasing manager for The Boelter Companies of Milwaukee, Wisconsin and in marketing with Schwarz Pharmaceuticals.  She has spent time as a Junior Achievement Representative and as a Cub Scout Leader for her children’s school.  She is also a member of PEO (Philanthropic Educational Opportunities) and is involved in the Mother's Club at St. Ignatius High School.

Cathy, her husband John, and their 3 sons, Rick, Alex and Jeff, relocated to the Cleveland area from Milwaukee, WI.  They are enjoying the many parks of the Emerald Necklace in their free time.

Maureen Greidanus, New Business Specialist

Maureen graduated from Mercyhurst College in Erie, PA where she majored in Business Management.  After overseeing non-profit, corporate, and financial offices throughout the North East and Florida, she joined SCFS as a New Business Specialist in 2006.

Maureen resides in Huron with her husband, Tony, and cat, Jackson.  She enjoys traveling and the arts.

Pam Kijauskas, Assistant Client Service Specialist

Pam attended Notre Dame College and spent the last eight years living in Indianapolis. She joined the SCFS team in August of 2009.

Pam resides in Russell with her two children and enjoys supporting them in their activities.  She’s happy to be back home close to family and friends.

Lisa A. Janasek, SCFS Advisor Services / Recruiting Director

Lisa is a graduate of the University of Dayton where she received a degree in Communications & Marketing.  She joined SCFS in 2006 in our Advisor Services Department.

Lisa resides in Solon with her three children Timmy, Joey and Annie Rose.  In her free time, she enjoys cooking and spending time with her family and friends.

Sarah Lehman, Service Center Specialist

Sarah graduated from Bowling Green State University, where she specialized in Marketing.  While studying, Sarah enjoyed getting involved on campus and volunteering for Autism Speaks and Choose Children.  After graduating, she joined the SCFS team in March of 2010. Sarah hopes to return to school one day and earn her MBA.

As a former member of North East Ohio’s Junior Olympic Volleyball team, Sarah enjoys staying active and being outdoors.  Her other interests include boating, golfing, crafting, and laughing.

Maureen Mackar, Client Service Specialist

Maureen attended John Carroll University in University Heights, OH, majoring in Communications and Marketing.  Prior to joining the Strategic College Funding Solutions team, she worked in Community Relations and Marketing for Barnes & Noble Booksellers and as Sales and Marketing Coordinator for Q-Sport Activewear.

In 2007, Maureen (and her twin sister, Kathleen) established the Michael G. Shaughnessy Memorial Scholarship at Lake Catholic High School in Mentor, OH. She currently resides in Painesville with her husband, Chris.

Robyn Mills, Assistant Client Service Specialist

Robyn is a Cleveland native and attended the University of Akron.  In her free time she enjoys reading Patricia Cornwell and James Patterson books.  She also enjoys all sports and especially likes cheering on the Indians and Cavs.

Robyn lives in Mayfield and has two children, Kailey and Tyler.

Jodi Polster, SCFS Service Center Supervisor

Jodi is a Cleveland native and graduated from The Ohio State University with a degree in Consumer Affairs.  After living in Chicago, she moved back to Cleveland to work for The Ritz-Carlton, Cleveland.  She later joined Strategic College Funding Solutions Inc. as the Service Center Supervisor. 

Jodi ran her first marathon in January 2006.  In her free time she enjoys playing tennis and spending time with her friends, family and dog. 

Alicia Richardson, Service Center Specialist

Alicia graduated from the University of Akron where she received a degree in Education with a focus on Political Science and History.  Before joining the SCFS team, she interned with Campus Progress, a project of the Center for American Progress, in Washington, DC.

Alicia resides in Aurora with her daughter, Samantha.  She enjoys camping with her family on warm summer weekends and cheering on her daughter’s athletic teams throughout the year.  Alicia is very excited to have been recently named a Co-Leader and Camping Coordinator for her daughter’s Junior Girl Scout troop. 

Joanna Rini, Service Center Specialist

Joanna recently graduated from Ohio University with a major in Education and minor in Communications and now lives in Highland Heights.

Her favorite times include those that she spends with her family and friends. An animal lover, vegetarian and advocate for healthy living, Joanna loves cooking nutritious foods. She also ejnoys traveling, shopping, reading, and movies. Her number one passion is helping others, and that along with her emphasis on higher education, is what led her to SCFS.

Samantha Stanek, Service Center Specialist

Samantha is a recent graduate of Miami University where she earned her Bachelor of Arts degree in Strategic Communication.  She was a member of Zeta Tau Alpha sorority and the Public Relations Student Society of America.  She is a sports enthusiast and previously worked for the Cleveland Cavaliers and Fox Sports Ohio.  In her free time, Samantha enjoys traveling, watching sports, shopping, and spending time with family and friends.

Carly Stoll, Assistant New Business Specialist

Carly is a graduate of Baldwin-Wallace College where she majored in Business Administration and Human Resources. She joined the SCFS team in November of 2009.

Carly resides in Avon Lake. She enjoys spending time with friends and family, reading, warm weather and Cleveland sports.