Educational Consulting for Student Success
We help education leaders strengthen student success systems through strategy, leadership, and implementation.
Nearly 40% of students do not complete college.
Student success is a systems problem—not a student problem.
We support institutions in improving access, persistence, and completion.
Our work is grounded in a research-informed system that helps education leaders align priorities and improve student success outcomes.
Access & Transition
Supporting entry pathways and transitions into educational environments
Engagement & Development
Building belonging, support systems, engagement, and academic progress
Persistence & Completion
Improving retention, momentum, and completion outcomes
This framework supports data-informed decision-making and practical implementation.
Dr. Sherell Wilson is an educational consultant, strategist, researcher, speaker, and author with more than 25 years of experience across K–12 education, higher education, nonprofit leadership, and academia.
She helps education leaders strengthen student success systems, improve institutional performance, and translate strategy into measurable outcomes.
Her expertise includes strategic planning, leadership development, student success initiatives, institutional transformation, and implementation support.
Recognition & Expertise
NASPA Excellence in Research Award Recipient
Nationally recognized expertise in first-generation and underserved student populations
Leadership experience spanning institutional, statewide, and international initiatives
We help educational institutions strengthen student success systems through strategy, leadership, and implementation.
Our work is delivered through two core service areas:
We provide executive advising, strategic planning, and facilitated leadership sessions to align priorities and improve outcomes.
Areas of Support:
Strategic Planning
Student Success Strategy Development
Organizational Alignment
Leadership Development
Institutional Transformation
Retention and Completion Strategy
We help institutions design, launch, evaluate, and strengthen programs that improve student outcomes and organizational effectiveness.
Areas of Support:
Program Design & Implementation
Research, Assessment, and Evaluation
Student Success Initiatives
College Access & Transition Programs
Cross-Sector and Statewide Initiatives
Grant Strategy and Funding Development
Services are tailored to institutional needs and may include short-term advisory support, project-based engagements, or long-term implementation partnerships.
The Student Success 3-Pillar System defines what matters most for student success—the “what.”
The 7-Step Strategic Planning Framework translates those priorities into action—the “how.”
Together, these frameworks help institutions assess needs, align resources, implement strategies, and measure outcomes.
Move from Ideas to Action with a High-Impact 7-Step Strategic Planning Framework
A practical resource that helps education leaders move from planning to implementation.
This guide combines the Student Success 3-Pillar System with a 7-Step Strategic Planning Framework to support aligned strategy and execution.
Ideal for:
• Institutional leadership teams
• Student success practitioners
• Strategic planning retreats
• Professional learning and training
• Organizations seeking immediate implementation tools
Available as a self-guided resource or a facilitated strategic planning workshop for K–12 districts, colleges, universities, and mission-driven organizations.
→ Explore the Guide | Request A Strategic Planning Workshop
Research, insights, and practical strategies for education leaders focused on student success and institutional effectiveness.
A future where student success is not determined by race, income, or first-generation status.
To help education leaders improve student success through strategic planning, leadership development, research, and implementation support.
Authenticity — Leading with purpose, expertise, and lived experience
Excellence — Delivering high-quality work with measurable outcomes
Collaboration — Strengthening institutional capacity through partnership
Innovation — Designing practical, evidence-informed solutions
Integrity — Operating with transparency, accountability, and trust
25+ Years of Leadership Experience
Across K–12 education, higher education, nonprofit leadership, and academia.
Proven Results
Improved student success outcomes and led multi-million-dollar grant-funded initiatives.
Research-Informed Solutions
Practical strategies grounded in evidence and real-world implementation.
Strategic to Execution Expertise
We help institutions move from planning to execution.
We have supported large-scale student success initiatives serving thousands of students annually and multi-million-dollar grant-funded programs across education systems.
A systems approach to student success grounded in leadership, research, and execution.
Whether you're developing a strategic plan, strengthening student success initiatives, building leadership capacity, or implementing a new program, we’re ready to help.
Schedule a conversation to discuss your goals and priorities.
Typical response time: 1–2 business days
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