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Smarter Paths to Your Child’s Future

PrepAlly (North American Parents Alliance) was founded by education professionals, industry experts, and experienced parents. In just one year, we’ve grown into 27 parent communities, bringing together middle and high school families focused on growth and college success.

We partner with top university professors, trusted advisors, and leading education organizations to help families:

  • Access reliable, high-quality information

  • Identify trustworthy resources and avoid misinformation

  • Discover the right path for each student

  • Navigate admissions with clarity and confidence

 

We believe: behind every successful student is a parent who keeps growing.

Founders

We saw too many families spend heavily on admissions—yet still miss the right resources.
That’s why we built PrepAlly: to help parents find the right people, the right opportunities, and the right timing.

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Cindy

  • BA, Fudan University; MBA, Purdue University (Krannert Scholar)

  • Former senior consultant at Accenture and A.T. Kearney (systems integration, strategy, operations)

  • 15+ years of Leadership roles at Eli Lilly and Bank of America

  • Former executive at 2U; now entrepreneur focused on Edtech and AI in education

  • Applies data-driven approaches to optimize U.S. college admissions pathways

  • Combines industry expertise with firsthand parent experience to guide families effectively

  • Leads the North American Parents Alliance —sharing insights, curated programs, professor-led research opportunities, and trusted counselor referrals

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Jennifer

  • MA in English Linguistics; MBA

  • Former Director of Market Intelligence at Ericsson (brand strategy, PR, marketing)

  • Former Marketing & Business Development Manager at a North American edtech company

  • Former U.S. Operations Director at a high school admissions counseling firm

  • Combines industry expertise with firsthand experience as a U.S. high school and college parent

  • Co-founded the North American Parents Alliance—sharing admissions insights, practical tools, and curated educational programs while connecting families with trusted counselors

 Dual Perspective: Expert + Parent

We combine deep admissions expertise with a real understanding of family priorities and student growth.

High-Value, Curated Resources

 We offer carefully selected, high-quality resources with strong relevance and value.

What Makes Us Different

Why More Families Choose PrepAlly

Clear Guidance, Not Hype

We don’t create pressure or confusion—only thoughtfully selected, high-quality opportunities for students to explore and grow.

Long-Term Support

Many families join us early and stay through the journey—growing with clarity, confidence, and support.

Fit Over Volume

 Success isn’t about doing more—it’s about choosing what truly fits each student.

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