top of page
Students Taking Exams

Your College Services Team

Meet our college services team! We are here to support you every step of the way. Our dedicated professionals are committed to helping you succeed in your academic endeavors. Together, we can your college experience smoothly!

20221018_141605000_iOS_edited_edited.jpg

Founder &  Wealth Coach

Eric Flaten

Over 25 years experience in helping families create  advanced funding strategies to pay for their children's college education without going BROKE.

Email Eric and Start Planning for College Now!

Cori Murphy_edited.jpg

College Admissions & Financial Aid

Cori Murphy

With almost 20 years providing private college consulting services and overseeing college planning operations and success for college planners and families across the country, Cori has developed the unique ability to break down complex college planning and financial matters and translate it all in an easy-to-understand manner. Cori is associated with a nationwide network of college planners who for years have used proven strategies to help students find and select colleges that fit, maximize financial aid and scholarships, and financially plan with parents to make college affordable.

Crystal-Tate305-copy-300x412.jpeg

College Admissions & Financial Aid

Crystal Tate

With 12+ years providing private college consulting services, Crystal is laser focused on how to gain admissions and secure funding. Crystal visits college campuses through the year, gaining valuable insights in the academic and social fit for our prospective students. Crystal has several professional memberships including the Independent Educational Consultants Association (IECA), the Pacific Northwest Association for College Admission Counseling (PNACAC), Higher Education Consultants Association (HECA), and serves on the board of the National College Affordability Group (NCAG).

Carly headshot_edited.jpg

College Admissions Counselor

Carly Sevin

Carley brings to SCHOLARS, a Master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling/School Counseling and is Licensed in Professional Counseling.   Carly is based in Pennsylvania. As a School Counselor and classroom teacher, Carly brings a wealth of experience successfully  collaborating with students and parents. Carly has been training with Crystal and shadowing student meetings since October and is learning fast. 

Olivia Headshot.jpeg

College Admissions Counselor

Olivia Mufrrah

 Olivia brings to SCHOLARS, a Certificate in College Admissions and Career Planning from UC Berkeley and a BS in Psychology and Social Action. Olivia is based in California. Olivia has a strong track record of successfully working with students guiding them through the college admissions process. 

Screen Shot 2024-08-14 at 12.15.41 PM.png

Essay Coach

Karen Lynn Maher

Karen is a writing coach with over twenty years of experience helping writers create engaging, well-crafted works. She has a bachelor’s degree in English/Creative Writing from Seattle University and has taught a variety of classes and workshops on the craft of writing, primarily at Cascadia Community College, Seattle University and an array of private venues. She is an expert at teaching the art of personal essay writing. Karen will guide you to complete six steps to writing your personal essay, a critical process towards achieving your goal of college admissions.

Hailey Grad_edited_edited.jpg

College Concierge Representative

Hailey Mummert

With her background as an educator, Hailey possesses a wealth of experience in understanding the needs of students and parents. She offers her expertise in guiding families through the college funding process, starting from high school and continuing through the senior year in college. Her guidance and support enables families to achieve their college funding objectives successfully.

hailey@epersonalcollege.com

Screen Shot 2024-08-14 at 4.43.54 PM.png

College Concierge Representative

Brooke Raines

Brooke brings a unique perspective to the college planning team with her experience in marketing at the collegiate level. Her passion for helping students achieve their academic goals is in her personalized approach to each client. Brooke's expertise in marketing has also proven to be invaluable in helping students stand out in the competitive college admissions process.

brooke@epersonalcollege.com

Eric Flaten

355 Pugsley Pl NW

East Wenatchee, WA  98802

(425) 330-3445

Contact us

SMS Opt in: Message frequency varies. Message and data rates may apply. You can opt out at any time by replying STOP. 

Visit our privacy policy to learn more. 

© 2025 by ePERSONAL COLLEGE, LLC

Investment advisory and financial planning services are offered through Simplicity Wealth, LLC, an SEC-registered investment adviser. SEC registration does not constitute an endorsement of the firm, nor does it indicate that the adviser has attained a particular level of skill or ability. Insurance, Consulting and Education services offered through ePersonal Financial.ePersonal Financial is a separate and unaffiliated entity from Simplicity Wealth.

https://www.simplicitywealth.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/CRS-Simplicity-Wealth-March-2024-Final.pdf​​

bottom of page