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Education
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Admissions Representative of the Year 2017
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Robin Thorpe

Katy,TX

Summary

Director of Admissions | Enrollment Strategy Leader | Talent Acquisition Professional

Admissions executive with 14+ years of experience leading recruitment, enrollment strategy, and admissions operations across multiple campuses. Managed teams of up to 20 employees while overseeing six campuses and generating more than $3.2 million in enrollment revenue every six weeks. Proven record of improving conversion rates, coaching high-performing teams, exceeding enrollment goals, and building scalable admissions process.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience

Work History

Director of Admissions

Ogle School
Remote
06.2024 - 07.2026

• Led admissions strategy across six campuses serving hundreds of prospective students each

enrollment cycle.

• Managed, coached, and developed a team of 20 admissions professionals, improving

accountability and enrollment performance.

• Generated approximately $3.2 million in enrollment revenue every six weeks through strategic

forecasting and pipeline management.

• Improved conversion rates through KPI analysis, coaching, and process optimization.

• Partnered with executive leadership to develop enrollment strategies that consistently exceeded

institutional goals.

Associate Director of Admissions

Ogle School
Remote
04.2020 - 06.2024
  • Developed and implemented strategic recruitment initiatives to enhance enrollment rates.
  • Supported executive admissions leadership by managing daily admissions operations, supervising recruitment teams, and implementing enrollment growth strategies.
  • Guided admissions representatives through consultative enrollment practices, performance coaching, and professional development while ensuring compliance with institutional policies.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional departments to improve operational efficiency and student engagement. Monitored admissions metrics, analyzed recruitment performance, and implemented initiatives that increased enrollment effectiveness while maintaining exceptional student service.

Admissions Specialist

Ogle School
Remote
06.2018 - 04.2020
  • Managed prospective student recruitment from inquiry through enrollment, providing admissions support across multiple campus locations to enhance student engagement and retention. Conducted consultative admissions interviews and educated prospective students on academic programs and financial aid resources, ensuring informed decision-making throughout the enrollment process.
  • Represented institution at career fairs, community events, campus tours, and recruitment presentations to increase brand visibility and attract potential students. Traveled between campuses to support staffing needs, enrollment initiatives, and recruitment events while maintaining outstanding customer service.
  • Facilitated student enrollment processes, ensuring compliance with institutional policies and state regulations.
  • Developed and maintained relationships with prospective students through effective communication and personalized support.
  • Conducted informative presentations on program offerings to diverse audiences, enhancing student engagement.

Senior Admissions Representative

Ogle School
Remote
03.2016 - 06.2018
  • Led recruitment initiatives, enhancing student enrollment through targeted outreach strategies. Mentored junior admissions representatives, fostering professional development and improving team performance. Analyzed application data to identify trends, optimizing admissions processes for efficiency and effectiveness. Collaborated with academic departments to align admissions goals with institutional objectives and student needs.
  • Managed the full student recruitment lifecycle by identifying prospective students, conducting admissions interviews, and guiding applicants through enrollment. Built relationships with students, families, referral partners, and community organizations while utilizing consultative sales techniques to increase enrollment conversion. Maintained a strong recruitment pipeline through consistent follow-up and relationship management.

Admissions Representative

Ogle School
Remote
03.2014 - 03.2016
  • Managed a high-volume pipeline of prospective students, utilizing consultative admissions strategies to convert inquiries into enrolled students while consistently meeting and exceeding enrollment goals.
  • Conducted one-on-one admissions interviews to assess student goals, recommend educational programs, and explain admissions requirements, tuition, financial aid options, and career outcomes.
  • Maintained accurate student records using CRM and enrollment management systems while ensuring compliance with institutional policies, accreditation standards, and state regulations.

Admissions Coordinator

Ogle School
Remote
10.2012 - 03.2014
  • Achieved seamless admissions operations by effectively coordinating activities and supporting prospective students throughout enrollment.
  • Streamlined applicant record management, interview scheduling, campus tours, orientation sessions, and enrollment appointments to uphold compliance and accurate documentation.
  • Facilitated collaboration among academic, financial aid, and student services departments, resulting in improved student onboarding and an exceptional admissions experience.

Education

Associate of Arts - Business Administration And Management

Houston Community College
Houston, TX
05.2012

Undergraduate Certificate in Cyber Security - Cyber Security

DeVry University
Lisle
07.2027

Skills

  • Admissions Operations
  • Student Recruitment
  • Enrollment Management
  • Talent Acquisition
  • CRM Management
  • HubSpot
  • Anthology
  • Five9
  • 8x8
  • Performance Coaching
  • KPI Analysis
  • Management-Cross-functional Leadership
  • Remote Team Leadership

Accomplishments

  • Achieved Admissions Representative of the year through effectively helping over 140 students start school the year of 2017. Surpassing the goal of 100.

Admissions Representative of the Year 2017

This award reflected more than strong sales performance—it demonstrated my ability to listen, understand each student's goals, provide honest guidance, and help individuals make life-changing decisions about their education. It also reinforced my dedication to collaboration, professionalism, and representing my organization with integrity.

Timeline

Director of Admissions

Ogle School
06.2024 - 07.2026

Associate Director of Admissions

Ogle School
04.2020 - 06.2024

Admissions Specialist

Ogle School
06.2018 - 04.2020

Senior Admissions Representative

Ogle School
03.2016 - 06.2018

Admissions Representative

Ogle School
03.2014 - 03.2016

Admissions Coordinator

Ogle School
10.2012 - 03.2014

Undergraduate Certificate in Cyber Security - Cyber Security

DeVry University

Associate of Arts - Business Administration And Management

Houston Community College