NSLP's Business Development team
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Our staff understands how you work. We tailor our products to suit your needs, instead of offering services that are "one size fits all". You get free personal training and technical support with our products to help you maximize your efficiency.
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Business Development at 800-735-8778, ext. 6618 for small town
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| Brenda Paganelli | Myra Pfannenstiel | Robyn LeGrand | |||
| phone | 800-735-8778, ext. 6915 |
phone | 800-735-8778, ext. 6935 |
phone | 800-735-8778, ext. 6861 |
| or | 601-214-7224 | or | 316-305-5346 | or | 314-369-3721 |
| fax | 402-479-6762 | fax | 402-479-6762 | fax | 402-479-6762 |
| brendap@nslp.org | myrap@nslp.org | robynl@nslp.org | |||
| Kim Thomas | Dawn Mosisa | Monica Stam | |||
| phone | 800-735-8778, ext. 6654 |
phone | 800-735-8778, ext. 6648 |
phone | 800-735-8778, ext. 6820 |
| or | 310-890-4260 | or | 240-750-0500 | or | 904-864-5823 |
| fax | 402-479-6762 | fax | 402-479-6762 | fax | 402-479-6762 |
| kimth@nslp. org |
dawnm@nslp. org |
monicas@nslp.org | |||
| Anne Barton | Cheryl Kibarian | Brandon Dillard | |||
| phone | 800-735-8778, ext. 6815 |
phone | 800-735-8778, ext. 6736 |
phone | 800-735-8778, ext. 6857 |
| or | 585-319-9140 | or | 602-692-3370 | or | 615-504-4960 |
| fax | 402-479-6827 | fax | 402-479-6827 | fax | 402-479-6827 |
| anneb@nslp. org |
cherylk@nslp. org |
brandond@nslp.org | |||
| Brian Ghanoo | Jeni Rone | Miriam Tirado | |||
| phone | 800-735-8778, ext. 6832 |
phone | 800-735-8778, ext. 6723 |
phone | 800-735-8778, ext. 6852 |
| or | 516-398-5796 | or | 843-324-7974 | or | 954-644-9292 |
| fax | 516-792-6034 | fax | 843-881-2376 | fax | 402-479-6827 |
| briang@nslp. org |
jenir@nslp.org | miriamt@nslp. org |
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| Dean Obenauer | Michael Byrne | ||||
| phone | 800-735-8778, ext. 6937 |
phone | 800-735-8778, ext. 6876 | ||
| or | 402-350-8599 | or | 630-279-9363 | ||
| fax | 402-479-6827 | fax | 402-479-6827 | ||
| deano@nslp. org |
michaelb@nslp.org | ||||
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Todd
Woodlee "NSLP's people are what makes this company special. We're here to help schools and students achieve their goals." Contact Todd at 800-735-8778, ext. 6872, or e-mail toddw@nslp.org. |
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Paul Mittelhammer Vice President, South District Paul manages NSLP's relationship with our lender partners. He has over 20 years of experience as a student lending expert and was dean of enrollment management at Huntingdon College in Alabama for 10 years. "I'm excited to be a part of
the NSLP team," says Paul. "Our dedication and service make us
one of the nation's most-valued financial aid partners." |
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Anne Barton "My passion is helping
students. I understand their needs and how financial aid offices
can streamline their offices to help students even more," says
Anne. |
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Michael Byrne "I believe in
providing quality products and an expansive knowledge of the
student loan system. These things are important for my
clients," says Michael. Contact Michael at 800-735-8778, ext. 6876, 630-279-9363, or e-mail michaelb@nslp.org. |
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Brandon
Dillard Regional Director of Business Development Brandon began his financial aid career in 2000 as a financial aid counselor. He later moved into the lender side of the industry, where he developed and maintained client relations with school financial aid offices. "Building lasting partnerships not only helps schools but their students, too," says Brandon. Contact Brandon at 800-735-8778, ext. 6857, 615-504-4960, or e-mail brandond@nslp.org. |
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Brian Ghanoo "I find working in higher
education incredibly rewarding," says Brian. "I enjoy
helping our schools and their students reach their full
potential." |
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Cheryl Kibarian Regional Director of Business Development Cheryl has over 11 years of financial aid experience. As former assistant director of financial aid, Cheryl provided oversight of student loan counseling activities and helped graduate students with personal budget planning. She also streamlined student loan processes to ensure students received their money on time. "Combining my experience with NSLP's products and services will help schools streamline their student loan process so they can spend more time with their students," Cheryl says. Contact Cheryl at 800-735-8778, ext. 6736, 602-692-3370, or e-mail cherylk@nslp.org. |
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Mark Krings Vice President, West District Mark helps schools and lenders by giving them flexible guaranty options. He has over 13 years of experience in student loans -- first as supervisor of NSLP Customer Service, and then as a member of NSLP's Business Development team. "I enjoy working with schools and
lenders to give them high-quality products and services that help
simplify their lives," says Mark. "We can offer them creative,
flexible solutions." |
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Robyn LeGrand Regional Director of Business Development Robyn has over 15 years of student loan-related experience in which she built and maintained relationships with schools. She also has previous experience working with lenders and a servicer. In addition, Robyn has extensive committee involvement with organizations including MASFAP, SLGFA, IASFAA, SLSA, and NCHELP. She also served on a student loan taskforce and was active in the negotiated rulemaking process. "Schools and lenders can count on me as a knowledgeable student loan resource," says Robyn. Contact Robyn at 800-735-8778, ext. 6861, 314-369-3721, or e-mail robynl@nslp.org. |
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Dawn
Mosisa Regional Director of Business Development Dawn has 20 years of financial aid experience where she served as director of financial aid at schools in several sectors including community college, private career and four-year public, most recently at the University of Maryland - University College. In addition, Dawn was appointed twice to serve as a negotiator on the Department of Education’s federal negotiated rulemaking committees. "I am very excited to join team NSLP," says Dawn. "Using my knowledge of financial aid and NSLP's truly outstanding services, I know that I can offer my schools the best of the best!" Contact Dawn at 800-735-8778, ext. 6648, 240-750-0500, or e-mail dawnm@nslp.org. |
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Dean Obenauer Regional Director of Business Development Dean has over 20 years experience as a financial aid administrator at colleges in South Dakota, Wyoming, and Nebraska; he has also served as market manager for a major student loan lender. In addition, he has held numerous leadership positions in national, regional, and local financial aid associations, including NASFAA, RMASFAA, and NeASFAA. "I'm very service-oriented," says Dean. "My schools can count on me to provide the products and services they need." Contact Dean at 800-735-8778, ext. 6937, 402-350-8599, or e-mail deano@nslp.org. |
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Brenda Paganelli Regional Director of Business Development As former director of financial aid, Brenda supervised and coordinated financial aid programs and automated the financial aid process. Students and parents benefited from her extensive experience in loan counseling and debt management. Brenda has also been involved in regional mid-level training and state financial aid workshops, and served in leadership roles in regional and state financial aid organizations. "I can help schools because I've
walked in their shoes," says Brenda. "I understand their needs and
can offer effective tools to make their jobs easier -- tools I've
used." |
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Juan Perez Vice President, North District With previous experience in NSLP's Customer Service and Default Prevention units, Juan understands the student loan needs of schools, lenders and borrowers. "I always listen carefully to what our customers say they need, then match them up with the services and products that NSLP provides to help them," Juan says. Juan helped NSLP develop default prevention tools that schools can use to help student loan borrowers avoid problems with their loans. Contact Juan at 800-735-8778, ext. 6934 or e-mail juanp@nslp.org. |
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Pfannenstiel Regional Director of Business Development Myra has nearly ten years experience in the financial aid administration, most recently as the Director of Financial Aid at Friends University in Wichita, Kansas. She previously worked as Financial Aid Assistant at Aims Community College in Greeley, Colorado, and Johnson County Community College in Overland Park, Kansas, where she counseled students in all aspects of the financial aid process. "I understand what it takes to provide quality financial aid services to students," says Myra. "I am eager to show my clients how NSLP can meet their needs." Contact Myra at 800-735-8778, ext. 6935, 316-305-5346, or e-mail myrap@nslp.org. |
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Jeni Rone Regional Director of Business Development Jeni is a six-year veteran in the financial aid arena. Her experience stems from positions held with lenders where she established and maintained student loan relationships, managed loan disbursements, and counseled students about debt management. Most recently, she served as campus director for a national lender/servicer in the Carolinas and Virginia. Jeni has served on various state, regional, and national financial aid committees. "Helping students is my ultimate goal, and it starts by serving as a dependable resource for schools and introducing them to technology that streamlines their student loan process," says Jeni. Contact Jeni at 800-735-8778, ext. 6723, 843-324-7974, or e-mail jenir@nslp.org. |
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Monica Stam Regional Director of Business Development Monica has over 14 years of experience in the student loan industry. She previously held positions with Florida and Georgia schools, lender servicers, and guarantors. Monica has experience counseling students about financial aid options, application procedures, and eligibility. She is a member of several state financial aid associations, including SASFAA, and has served as presenter and coordinator for various conferences. "My experience in the many facets of financial aid will benefit schools," says Monica. "I understand the student loan industry, and can serve as a reliable resource for schools." Contact Monica at 800-735-8778, ext. 6820, 904-864-5823, or e-mail monicas@nslp.org. |
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Kim
Thomas Regional Director of Business Development Kim has over 15 years of student loan experience, most recently in the lending account manager in southern California. She has also managed customer service issues for a student loan servicer. "My extensive background with the origination and service of FFEL programs has allowed me to serve the financial aid community with honor and integrity," says Kim. "I provide the highest level of quality service through products that meet the needs of student’s educational goals." Kim is an active member of CCCSFAAA, CASFAA, WASFAA and NASFA. Contact Kim at 800-735-8778, ext. 6654, 310-890-4260, or e-mail kimth@nslp.org. |
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Miriam
Tirado Regional Director of Business Development Miriam has 16 years experience in the financial aid industry, having worked at several schools in Florida and Puerto Rico and a national lender in Puerto Rico. She is also an active member of the Florida and Puerto Rico Associations of Financial Aid Administrators. "Responding to my customers' needs is my number one priority," says Miriam. "I take pride in providing quality student loan products for schools and borrowers." Contact Miriam at 800-735-8778, ext. 6852, 954-644-9292, or e-mail miriamt@nslp.org. |
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