Margaret BOlton Baudinet

Owner, CEO, and Scholarship Specialist, College Solutions

Margaret graduated from the University of Virginia with the highest distinction with a political and literary thought degree, finishing her academic tenure with research at Oxford University. She holds five years of admission experience from the University of Virginia, specializing in legacy admissions. Margaret has served on the selection committee for the Coca-Cola Scholarship Program and the University of Virginia’s Jefferson Scholarship. At College Solutions, Margaret has been a writing coach, counselor, application editor, managing director, and CEO. She is the proud mother of eight-year-old quintuplets and a busy toddler.

Jane Hale Paulsen

President, the Coca-Cola Scholars Foundation

Jane joined the Coca-Cola Scholars Foundation in 2001 and is responsible for advancing the Foundation’s efforts to develop an influential community of socially conscious and service-minded leaders who positively shape the world. She serves on the Board of Directors of the Phi Theta Kappa Foundation, the Jeanette Rankin Foundation, and GA CASA, and on the Board of Trustees for her alma mater, Centre College. She is the past Chair for the Emerge Scholarships in Georgia and the past Treasurer for the National Scholarship Providers’ Association.

Anna Brown

Transfer Admissions Specialist and Senior Counselor, College Solutions

Anna has over a decade of experience working in higher education in a variety of roles, including admissions, student affairs, and fundraising. Originally from Birmingham, Alabama, she graduated from the University of Virginia with a B.A. in English and an M.Ed. in Higher Education. She worked as an admissions reader for UVA for three years, reading in-state, out-of-state, and transfer applications. Anna feels strongly about helping students find the right fit in the college admissions process, as she transferred colleges after her freshman year. She lives in Richmond, Virginia, where she enjoys spending time with her young son, diving into a good book, and attending as many concerts as possible.

Coca-Cola Scholars Foundation

The Coca-Cola Scholars Foundation exists to bring better to the world through investment in exceptional high school students who are dedicated to leadership, service, and action that positively affects others. With its recently announced 37th class of Coca-Cola Scholars, the Foundation has provided more than $87 million in scholarships to over 7,050 program alumni who together have become a powerful force for positive change.

College Solutions

Since 2003, College Solutions has been a trusted partner for families facing the challenges and complexities of college admissions. Guided by an unwavering commitment to ethical standards, College Solutions provides personalized coaching, expert guidance, and a deep understanding of the admissions process. Through its holistic approach, College Solutions has helped thousands of students embrace their best selves, achieve their academic dreams, and build meaningful futures.