Our Team

Andrew Zahuranec

Owner

Andrew Zahuranec is a proven leader with decades of management, career development, and entrepreneurial experience. After guiding four children into college and running a successful manufacturing company for 30 years, Andrew knows just how to help students through the college application process. His mission is to make college planning simple, stress-free, and affordable for any family. He has a Bachelor of Science from the University of Toledo in Industrial Engineering.

Jackie Zahuranec

Owner

Jackie Zahuranec has decades of educational and managerial experience with a proven track record of achievement. Whether teaching in the classroom or coaching on the tennis court, Jackie knows how to get kids to show their true potential. She works one-on-one with high school students to help them identify their college goals and how to work toward them, as she did for her four children. She has a Bachelor of Science in Physical Education from Indiana University.

Leslie Como

College Advisor

As an award-winning professional and mother of four, Leslie has spent years developing the skills needed to support high school students. She serves as Local/State/National Speech & Debate Judge and volunteers as an assistant coach to the local high school’s team. Using encouragement and proven business management techniques, Leslie helps students think creatively and realize their potential so that they present their best selves on their college applications. She has a Bachelor of Science in Business from Indiana University Southeast.

Kelley Gordon

College Advisor

Is an esteemed educator passionate about fostering academic excellence. Holding a Ph.D. from Indiana University of Pennsylvania in English and Literature, Dr. Gordon's expertise lies in higher education, particularly in English, writing, and composition. With a passion for being integral to students' educational journeys, Kelley brings knowledge and experience to the classroom. Her commitment to nurturing critical thinking, creativity, and effective communication skills among her students is her motivation. In her free time, Kelley enjoys gardening and hiking with her husband and daughter.

Jill Scalf

College Advisor

She has spent over a decade of her professional career as a high school science teacher. Through her extensive classroom experience with adolescents, she has excelled at and found the most enjoyment from getting to know her students both personally and academically. At Class 101, Jill is determined to help her clients gain a sense of empowerment and autonomy in their college planning process through her strong guidance and caring nature. Jill is a mother of two young children, is active in the Kenston PTO, and plays recreational volleyball and softball. She earned her Bachelor's Degree in Earth/Life Science Adolescent Education from Miami University and her Master’s Degree in Educational Administration from Xavier University.

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alex-proels

I feel so lucky to have had the support of Class 101. I wouldn’t have wanted anyone else to guide me in preparation for college than Andrew and Jackie. They are passionate and caring people, dedicated to helping others achieve success. They have a commitment to excellence and the lessons they taught me extended far beyond the classroom.

Alex Proels

dylan-huss

Class 101 helped me deal with the college application process and all the stress that comes with it. When I expressed an interest in aviation, they were able to help me find different schools that offered the kind of rigorous programs I was looking for. They even set up meetings with current students so I could better understand what my options were. Jackie and Andrew have helped me immensely.

Dylan Huss

jess-lebowitz

I am so lucky to have been a part of the Class 101 family! It was incredibly helpful to have them assist and support me throughout the whole college application process. ACT prep and college planning both were so much easier with their help. I definitely would have been much more confused and discouraged if I hadn’t had their help.

Jess Lebowitz

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