Career advising and consulting for international education and beyond.
practical Expertise
Reach the next step in your career and expand your global reach.
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Career Advising & Consulting
Career Advising
Our career advising services can assist you at any stage of your career path. Individuals looking to advance in their careers, develop as leaders, or improve their job performance can benefit from personalized advising. Portage International Education Services & Advising provides customized sessions that include analysis of your status quo, defining your goals, and devising practical strategies while ensuring your work with us remains confidential.
Consulting
Portage International Education Services & Advising partners with institutions and organizations to boost productivity, teamwork, and organizational impact. With a focus on practical approaches, our consulting sets your organization up for success. We provide comprehensive support in areas such as strategic planning, international partnership development, study abroad program design, international student success, and intercultural training.
About Us
Portage International Education Services & Advising is a premier advising and consulting firm dedicated to career development, leadership advancement, and strategic planning across the higher education sector and beyond. With over two decades of experience in higher education, Portage International Education Services & Advising is dedicated to guiding clients through every stage of their careers and projects.
What We Do
We specialize in career development, leadership coaching, and strategic planning. Whether you’re looking to jump start your career, move into a leadership role, or enhance your organization’s effectiveness and efficiency, we provide no nonsense, experience-based roadmaps for success.
Who We Serve
Our clients include new graduates, young professionals, and seasoned leaders who want to start, change, or advance their careers, as well as teams and organizations who are looking to improve organization and efficiency. In particular, we have extensive experience in the field of international higher education.
Contact Us
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Testimonials
What Our Clients & Colleagues Say
Supportive Influence
Sarah has been a very supportive influence in my transition back to the U.S. after a career abroad. . . . She is empathetic, timely, supportive, creative and resourceful. I highly recommend her and would gladly continue working with her in the future.
S.K., International NGO Leader
Ohio
Excellent Leader
Sarah is an excellent leader with a passion to motivate others. Her extensive experiences in international education, strategic planning, and women in leadership have made successful impacts all around the globe. I personally learned a lot from her, and she has more to share with colleagues across the world!
Ediz K., Higher Education Administrator
Wisconsin
Breadth and Depth
The breadth and depth of Sarah’s international education knowledge is substantial. She is a tremendous resource in our field.
Karla G., International Educator
Ohio
Found My Dream Job
Working with Sarah has been such a great experience! She’s so positive and encouraging—it’s impossible not to feel more confident after talking with her. . . Thanks to her advice and connections, I found my dream job. I’m so thankful for her support and can’t recommend her enough!
G.M., International Educator
Tennessee
Constant Encouragement
I am truly amazed by Sarah’s dedication to international education. If you are uncertain about how to start a career in this field, I recommend speaking with her. . . She knows the field inside and out and is eager to share her expertise. . . She understands what employers and hiring managers expect and will share effective interviewing techniques. . . I am grateful for her constant encouragement and belief in my potential.
A.F., New Graduate, International Education
Nebraska
Visionary Leadership
Sarah’s visionary leadership was evident in her ability to inspire others with a clear path, fostering collaboration and building bridges through effective communication.
Don V., Marketing Professional
Ohio
Empowers
Sarah. . . was extremely valuable to me as a woman of color seeking a leadership position. She has a way of explaining the job search process that empowers us to take a deeper look at our accomplishments, new career possibilities, and those personal differentiators that can make us stand out on our resume, cover letter, and interview process. . . I highly recommend Sarah to anyone seeking mentorship to pursue leadership roles within the international education field in higher education.
M.R., International Educator
Ohio
