Our Team
Deborah Davidson
Debbie Davidson earned her Bachelor's degree in English from the University of California, Berkeley, a Master's degree in International Education from The School for International Training and her Certificate in College Admissions and Career Planning from the University of California, Berkeley Extension.
Debbie's professional career has focused primarily on facilitating international educational experiences, much of that between the United States and Japan. During the six years that she resided in Japan she taught at the post-secondary level and also worked in the field of educational exchange. Subsequently she oversaw the educational programming at the Consulate General of Japan in San Francisco where she also managed the Japan Exchange and Teaching (JET) Program. She later founded Japan Educational Consultants which specialized in educational programming, college admissions advising and cross-cultural training for individuals moving between the two countries. More recently Debbie has worked as a Registrar/College Counseling Assistant at the Lycee Francais de San Francisco. Prior to that she was also the College Counselor at Woodside International School. She is a member of the Western Association for College Admission Counseling and the Higher Education Consultants Association. |
Joy Suzuki
Joy Suzuki earned her Bachelor's degree in French from Wheaton College, a Master’s degree in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages from the University of San Francisco, and her certificate in College Counseling from the University of California, Los Angeles Extension. She completed the IECA (Independent Educational Consultants Association) Summer Training Institute, and is a member of IECA and the Western Association for College Admission Counseling.
Throughout her professional career, Joy has worked with students from around the world in leadership, administrative, advising, and teaching roles in the field of international education and cross-cultural exchange. Joy has extensive personal experience in learning other languages (Japanese, French, and Spanish) as well as traveling, living, studying, and working abroad. She has taught and advised secondary school students in Japan and in the U.S., and is experienced in assessing needs and delivering tailored instruction to help students reach their full potential. Most recently she served as Director of Studies and Center Director for an ESL Language School in San Francisco. Joy is strongly committed to inspiring students to achieve their academic and personal goals by providing professional and personalized guidance through the transition to college and beyond. |
Andrea Charlton Feeney
Andrea Feeney is a graduate of Stanford University and University of the Pacific - McGeorge School of Law. She earned her Certificate in College Admissions and Career Planning from the University of California, Berkeley Extension. Andrea's experience includes College Counselor at Woodside International School in San Francisco, College Readiness Instructor at Summit Preparatory Charter High School in Redwood City, and College Counseling Assistant at Lycée Français de San Francisco.
A fourth generation native San Franciscan, Andrea’s community leadership experience includes President of the Junior League of San Francisco, President of the Volunteer Center of San Francisco and San Mateo Counties, and President of the Charles Armstrong School Parents Association. She is a member of the Western Association for College Admission Counseling, the Stanford Women's Club of San Francisco, and the Junior League of San Francisco.
Andrea recognizes the need for reliable and rational college counseling. She is determined to help students find a school where they will thrive.
A fourth generation native San Franciscan, Andrea’s community leadership experience includes President of the Junior League of San Francisco, President of the Volunteer Center of San Francisco and San Mateo Counties, and President of the Charles Armstrong School Parents Association. She is a member of the Western Association for College Admission Counseling, the Stanford Women's Club of San Francisco, and the Junior League of San Francisco.
Andrea recognizes the need for reliable and rational college counseling. She is determined to help students find a school where they will thrive.
