Our Founder

Gloria Calhoun, affectionately known as "Mrs. Glo," is admired for her genuine connection with others and her unwavering dedication to helping learners and emerging professionals reach their goals. She is the visionary and founder of Harvesting Scholars LLC and Scholars to Leaders, Inc., and is widely recognized for her expertise in guiding individuals from the cradle to career through the complex journey of education.

Gloria’s journey officially began in 2013 after many years of inspiring and guiding traditional and non-traditional students alike through the process of college and career planning. Through her personalized P.A.K. model, she equips individuals with the preparation to access opportunities, unlock new ideas, and retain the knowledge needed to achieve their goals.

As the author of Reap A Harvest: Helpful Tips for Aspiring College Students and Money Matters: Cutting The Cost of College , she has empowered countless students to advocate for themselves and equipped them with the tools needed to ultimately succeed and contribute positively in the workforce. Her work with Harvesting Scholars has been featured in the National Association for College Admission Counseling (NACAC) Journal of College Admissions, along with numerous other publications and articles. Gloria's dedication has earned her numerous accolades, as she has helped students locally, across the U.S., and abroad, reach their educational and career goals.

Gloria firmly believes in the old African proverb, “It takes a village.” Acknowledging that school administrators cannot do it all alone, she leads her organization in grassroots collaborative efforts within local communities bridging the gap to ensure that anyone that wants it, has equal access to opportunities that enable them to thrive academically and professionally.

Certifications & Professional Development:

• Vetted by IECA and SACAC
• Bachelors Degree in Sociology and English. 
• Dual Masters degrees in Educational Leadership and Elementary Teacher Education
• College & Career Counselor
• Christian Counseling
• Certified Professional Learning Communities Faciliator
• UGA Small Business Development
• Strengthening Business Practices Coach
• Professional Development Specialist
• Strength and Practice Based Coaching
• Trauma Informed Care Coach (Strategic Trauma Approach To Recovery System)
• Certified Mental Health Coach & First Responder
• Certified Life Coach