Results-driven professional with over 33 years of success in student recruitment, enrollment advising, and team leadership within the higher education sector. Expertise in engaging diverse student populations, including those pursuing in-classroom career training, collegiate credentials, and short-term bootcamp opportunities. A consistent top producer in both on-ground and online educational environments, recognized for exceeding enrollment targets and mentoring admissions teams. Committed to career-focused education, enhancing student retention and completion rates while guiding individuals toward transformative opportunities.
Hi, I’m
Yani Lopez
Orlando,USA
Summary
Overview
32
years of professional experience
Work History
Thrive DX
Senior Admissions Advisor
02.2021 - Current
Job overview
- Company Overview: Currently re-named Iron Circle – formerly Hacker U
- Senior remote advisor recruiting for 9+ major U.S. colleges offering 8-month+ Bootcamp programs in both Cyber Security as well as other IT offerings– all non-Title IV enrollments
- Consistent High achiever and award-winning performance in both call dials, call time, enrollments, and new starts
- Consistent High Achiever in student completions and graduations
- Consistent High Achiever in admissions training and support
ECPI University
Senior Admissions Advisor
03.2019 - 01.2021
Job overview
- Interview, enroll, and start prospective students through the admissions process for on-campus and online programs in Registered Nursing and Information Technology programs.
- Maintained a new student start rate of 90% +
- Deliver personalized consultations to align student goals with program offerings.
- Serve as a mentor and trainer to new advisors, sharing best practices to boost enrollment results.
Hushboxx
Founder and President
06.2009 - 01.2019
Job overview
- Launched and managed an e-commerce boutique, overseeing marketing, customer service, and operations.
- Leveraged sales and communication expertise from admissions success to grow and build a loyal customer base.
SCI
Admissions Advisor / Assistant Director of Admissions
03.2008 - 04.2009
Job overview
- Functioned in two roles, one – admissions advisor and two, Assistant to Admissions Director. Oversaw daily activities of the 7-person admissions team, ensuring personal alignment with goals and KPIs.
- Provided ongoing coaching, training, and mentoring to boost team performance.
- Analyzed budgets and developed strategies to meet or exceed enrollment goals.
- Cultivated a culture of passion, teamwork, and accountability.
Corinthian Colleges
Executive Admissions Advisor
05.2003 - 02.2008
Job overview
- Consistently met or exceeded monthly enrollment goals.
- Trained and mentored new admissions advisors.
- Achieved 93% enrollment to start retention rate and a 3x Parthenon award winner.
Masters Institute
Senior Admissions Advisor
09.1993 - 02.2003
Job overview
- Regularly exceeded conversion and enrollment goals through strong communication and follow-up.
- Conducted 3–7 interviews per day and achieved outstanding enrollment and conversion performance.
Education
De Anza CollegeCupertino, CA
from Business Administration & Management
01.1995
University Overview
I have also attended and completed many company-sponsored training and educationally focused programs on sales, sales management, leadership, and human resources.
Skills
- Tactical enrollment consultant
- Engagement and retention initiatives
- Coaching for team performance
- Proficient in multiple CRM platforms
- Student recruitment across various platforms
- Achievement in driving admissions KPIs
- Admissions success strategies
- Fluent in English and Spanish
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Senior Admissions Advisor
Thrive DX
02.2021 - Current
Senior Admissions Advisor
ECPI University
03.2019 - 01.2021
Founder and President
Hushboxx
06.2009 - 01.2019
Admissions Advisor / Assistant Director of Admissions
SCI
03.2008 - 04.2009
Executive Admissions Advisor
Corinthian Colleges
05.2003 - 02.2008
Senior Admissions Advisor
Masters Institute
09.1993 - 02.2003
De Anza College
from Business Administration & Management
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