PEAK College Consulting was founded in 2014 by Rebekah Elmore. Before opening up PEAK, she worked in the business world for seven years, using leadership and managerial skills to run a multi-million dollar company of over 200 contracted employees. Prior to her experience in business she was home, busy raising her four children, two girls and two boys. Before having her children Rebekah was a middle school teacher where she taught in Westfield, New Jersey. She received her BS in Education from Wheelock College (now part of Boston University) in Boston MA, not far from her hometown of Exeter, New Hampshire. Using her business knowledge and her love for education and children, she opened PEAK when she realized there was a need for college consulting as she went through the process with her own children. Ultra organized, and passionate about finding the right college fit for each student, she knew she could use her personable touch and way with students, to become a successful Independent Educational Consultant. Rebekah was trained at the Summer Training Institute at Swarthmore College which was taught by the Independent Educational Consultants Association (IECA). She completed her certificate of Independent Educational Consultant, at University of California, Irvine in 2015. She proceeded to achieve her IECA Professional member status in 2016. Rebekah is also an active member of Higher Education Consultants Association (HECA) as well as a Certified Highlands Consultant. Besides running an active business where she serves 100's of students, Rebekah also visits as many colleges as possible, learning about their admissions process and personality. She attends annual conferences and participates in ongoing professional development. In 2024, Rebekah successfully passed the board-certified examination and was awarded the prestigious Certified Educational Planner (CEP) designation by the American Institute of Certified Educational Planners (AICEP). This credential represents the highest standard in the profession, signifying a profound knowledge and unwavering commitment to educational consulting. Certification is bestowed upon college admissions consultants who meet stringent application requirements, including specialized training, extensive professional experience, and active participation in professional activities and organizations.
EDUCATIONAL CONSULTANT
Joining Peak College Consulting in 2019 was an easy transition for Mandi Elmore based on her skills, experience, and natural ease with high school students. Before starting at Peak, Mandi coached and trained in the health and wellness world working with hundreds of clients throughout the New Hampshire, Seacoast area. Her one-on-one coaching experience made for a natural transition into the college consulting world. While coaching, Mandi worked with many student-athletes on their health and fitness and is excited about working with high schoolers, in another capacity. Her past experience with athletes and her own personal journey as the parent of a D2 recruited athlete is an added bonus for those students looking to play at the collegiate level. In 2020 Mandi completed her Independent Education Consultant certificate at the University of California, Irvine. She is currently an associate member of the Independent Educational Consultants Association where she attends yearly conferences and seminars to further her education. Mandi continues to tour colleges throughout the country meeting admissions representatives and attending virtual tours and information sessions. She is presently working on her professional membership with IECA through continued professional development. During her time at Peak, she has worked with many students through their college selection process, assisting in the development of the personal essay, and building relationships with her families as they navigate through the unpredictable and ever changing admissions landscape. Mandi lives in Brentwood NH with her husband and two college-age sons. She graduated from the University of New Hampshire in 1995 with a BS in communications. While staying home to raise her children, she managed the family business before focusing on the health and wellness of teens. A natural leader and advocate for high school students, Mandi was a natural choice for her sister-in-law, Rebekah, to join her team. We are excited to have Mandi’s expertise and enthusiasm as we grow our business to the next level.
EDUCATIONAL CONSULTANT AND CLIENT EXPERIENCE MANAGER
Kristina Davis was born and raised in Newburyport and chose to return home to fulfill her career aspirations at her alma mater. With her husband, they raised their family in this historical, seacoast community and are now building a new home in southern Maine. She was an educator in the Newburyport Public schools for over 35 years, most recently as principal of the Francis T. Bresnahan School, grades 1-3. She fulfilled many other roles at the elementary, middle, and district level including classroom and special education teacher, Curriculum and Special Education Coordinator, and Director of Curriculum, Instruction and Assessment. Kristina received her BS in Elementary Education and Special Education as well as a Master’s Degree in Curriculum and Instruction from the then Lesley College in Cambridge, MA, known as Lesley University today. Since retirement in 2019, Kristina has explored opportunities where she can apply her skills and talents in areas related to education, yet with a different focus. She provides Seabrook Station emergency response training, through Massachusetts Emergency Management Agency, to public and private schools, agencies, and programs and just recently became a Merrimack College Practicum Supervisor for graduate level teacher candidates. Additionally, she is eagerly joining Peak College Consulting as a Client Experience Manager. She has become the face of Peak as she conducts the initial free consultation with prospective clients and builds upon her experience and training to become an educational consultant for high school students in the area. Kristina is looking forward to serving new clients, including former Bresnahan School students, as they prepare to embark on a new journey through their college experience.
EDUCATIONAL CONSULTANT
As a National Board-Certified secondary math teacher with over 10 years of classroom teaching experience, Hannah Engel-Rebitzer has a strong background in working with high school students and guiding them through the college application process. She graduated from Cornell University with a degree in Economics and City and Regional Planning and earned a masters degree in Educational Leadership from American University. She is currently completing her UC Irvine certification in Independent Educational Consulting and is an associate member of IECA.
Since she began teaching in 2013, Hannah has been dedicated to supporting first-generation college students by providing educational consulting services. In 2021, she worked together with Rebekah to assist these students. She officially joined the Peak College Consulting team in 2024 to further her commitment to high school students and to expand Peak's presence in the DC and Maryland communities. Hannah is passionate about creating pathways for all students to access higher education. She is particularly excited to expand her work with Peak College Consulting to support expats and international students, offering guidance to help them navigate the complex college admissions landscape. Hannah currently resides in Annapolis with her husband, their four children, and a lazy yellow lab.
SOCIAL MEDIA MANAGER & CONTENT CREATOR
Avery Elmore is a professional in digital marketing and strategic management. She has watched her mom, Rebekah, grow PEAK from the ground up. From completing managerial tasks to hearing about various schools since inception, she is well-enmeshed in the Peak College Consulting family. Avery, a native of Newburyport, Massachusetts, brings a unique perspective to our team. Her studies in marketing with a concentration in digital media have equipped her with the skills to be a hardworking, creative, and tenacious young adult. This perspective, combined with her efficiency, is a valuable asset to our team. Avery became PEAK’s Social Media Manager and Content Creator in January of 2021 after interning with her mom for years. Avery works closely with Rebekah to develop a social media presence and upkeep PEAK's website. She creates and plans posts for the social media platforms PEAK utilizes Instagram, Facebook, and LinkedIn (follow us!). Her goal is to create an environment that not only PEAK’s clients can follow, but others interested in the ins and outs of the college application process as well! Avery has had experience in the marketing industry for 3 years now and works as a Senior Account Manager at a Boston-based marketing firm. She has been using her skills in media planning, content creation, and creativity.