True North Collective
Meet Tamara Shovelton
Career & College Coach | Army Veteran
I joined True North Collective because I believe everyone deserves to move through life as their authentic self, in a career that feels fulfilling and meaningful.
Hi, I’m Tamara Shovelton — an Army Veteran and Career & College Coach with over a decade of experience helping families, young adults, and adults navigate their next steps. Whether you're planning for college, pursuing vocational programs or certifications, or making a career transition, I’m here to guide you through the process with clarity and confidence. Education and career decisions are major investments, and my mission is to help you invest wisely, align your path with your passions, and build a future you’re proud of.
My Services
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🎓 Education & Career Navigation
Supporting high schoolers, adult learners, transfer students, and career changers through personalized advising.
Services include application strategy and essay support, financial aid and scholarship guidance, GI Bill and tuition benefit navigation, and career and education pathway coaching — helping you move forward with clarity and purpose.
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🎖️ Veteran & Military-Connected Transition Support
Specialized coaching for military-connected students, veterans, and institutions.
Focus areas include college application guidance, career re-entry planning, GI Bill and benefits support, and veteran-centered training for staff and faculty to build truly inclusive learning environments.
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🛠️ Strategic Program & Partnership Development
Helping colleges, universities, workforce development teams, and nonprofits align programs to real-world market needs.
Services include program design, curriculum-to-career pathways, employer partnership strategy, advisory board creation, and internship and job pipeline development to strengthen outcomes.
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🎤 Event & Symposium Planning
Offering full-service planning for institutions, nonprofits, and professional organizations.
From speaker and sponsor outreach to agenda development, branding, and event logistics, we specialize in creating engaging experiences like case competitions, town halls, and symposiums that inspire and connect communities.
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