The Loan Geek
"Helping you understand your Student Loans"

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41 years old
Rocky Hill, Connecticut
United States



Last Login: 7/3/2008
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  http://www.myspace.com/first_rate  

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    The Loan Geek's Interests
GeneralFascinated by technology that connects us - if it builds a wall or isolates you it's just not that interesting to me :-) I love social media sites like Myspace and Facebook because of the unprecedented chance to share information. I want to know where the conversation is and not just create it. If you know of a site where people are talking about their student loans (complaints, rants, compliments, anything!) please let me know.

MoviesWatch my friend Amie being extremely silly...funny!
TelevisionDoctor Who, Torchwood, Sarah Jane Chronicles, Battlestar Gallactica, Life on Mars, X-Files, Millenium, Food Network (Good Eats with Alton Brown is a great geeky cooking show), How Its Made

     The Loan Geek's Details
Status:In a Relationship
Here for:Networking, Friends
Hometown:Hartford
Body type:0' 0"
Religion:Buddhist
Zodiac Sign:Sagittarius
Children:Proud parent
Occupation:Alternative Marketing & Development Specialist

   The Loan Geek's Schools
University Of Hartford
West Hartford, CT
Graduated: N/A
Student status: Alumni
Degree: Bachelor's Degree
Major: English
Minor: Philosophy
Clubs: Doctor Who, Computers, Uha Players Theater, Hartt Chorale, Gamers, D & D, "From the Workshop" Literary Magazine
 

1984 to 1988

   The Loan Geek's Networking
Marketing - Sales - Sales

Marketing - Advertising/PR - Other
Responsible for outreach using web 2.0 and social networking to bring information to students and their families.

   The Loan Geek's Companies
Connecticut Student Loan Foundation aka Susie Mae
Rocky Hill, Connecticut US
Consolidation Loan Consultant
Lender Services

July 2003 - April 2007
Connecticut Student Loan Foudation aka Susie Mae
Rocky Hill, CT US
Alternative Marketing & Development Specialist
Lender Services

April 2007 - Present



The Loan Geek Lower interest rates, higher loan limits and other good things happened on July 1 in the student loan program, go look: http://blog.myspace.com/first_rate

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   The Loan Geek's Blurbs
About me:
I'm a geek. I'm fascinated by finance, economics and what greases the wheels of business (you know it's not *just* money!) I've spent over 20 years working in, raising money for and volunteering in non-profit organizations. I've learned that besides learning something new every day, my chief satisfaction lies in helping people.

So I landed at a non-profit, Federal Family Education Loan lender, (Susie Mae, a.k.a. The Connecticut Student Loan Foundation) and for over four years I've gotten the best education about money and business I could have ever hoped for. And I get to help families and students all the time!

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Who I'd like to meet:
Anyone interested in the Student Loan Industry, Economics, Business and new media...bloggers, students, independent journalists and anyone interested in the free exchange of ideas and information. Check out some of these helpful websites!


   


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The Loan Geek's Friends Comments
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Global Goods Partners





Jul 1 2008 6:54 AM


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FIGHTIN' IRISH





May 24 2008 10:15 AM

MySpace Comments
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May 6 2008 3:05 PM

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Americans For Fairness In Lending





Apr 3 2008 9:24 AM

Thanks for being a friend and for helping to raise the volume of our collective cry!

It’s time to put an end to predatory lending, but we can't do it alone - we need you to lend your voice and invite others to join you.

Please help us spread the word by joining our cause
and inviting your friends!

Join Our Cause!

Together, we can make our voices heard!

Thank you for all that you do in the fight for fair and responsible lending!
Fans Supreme





Mar 24 2008 9:09 AM

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Mar 23 2008 9:16 AM

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(more than voting) Worldwide Progressive Movement





Mar 17 2008 1:29 PM

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Feb 29 2008 5:44 AM

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The Save The Planet Tour





Feb 29 2008 11:22 AM


Thank you for being our friend! The Save the Planet Tour needs all the support it can get. It's going to take all of us to change the world. Let's make it happen together! Let us know what you think of the tour so far. We’re developing programs for the Philadelphia area, so let us know if you want to get involved. You can read more about us in our blogs. Thanks!
GoodSearch





Feb 26 2008 11:45 AM



Thanks for adding GoodSearch as your friend on MySpace!

Together we have the power to make a big difference for a lot of important causes!

Please take a look at our profile and our homepage, www. GoodSearch. com where you’ll find simple ways to get your network involved!

Thanks for using GoodSearch to support your favorite cause!



The War On Debt™





Feb 24 2008 8:38 PM

Dear Ms. Loan Geek.

The pleasure is all ours.

We are consumer advocates committed to helping civilians win the covert debt war being waged on them.

We are NOT Attorneys. We're better than that...lol...Just kidding :) Our team Combines the Power of a former Legal Assistant in a Bankruptcy Prevention Law Firm.

We are Debt Warriors! OUR MISSION: To teach you how to resolve your debt for yourself.

Excuse me while I go subscribe to your Blog.

Best regards,

- J. Carlton Ford
Debt Warrior!
The Wiyos





Feb 21 2008 3:58 PM

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Georgia Tech





Feb 21 2008 2:42 PM

Thanks for the comment!
If you want the word to get out, send me a message saying exactly what you want the Georgia Tech myspace to have. Explain who you are and how you can help and your message will appear on my page!
CHAPMAN





Feb 15 2008 2:08 PM

Thanks for being a friend.
I really appreciate it.
Hope you enjoy the music.
Take care
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Sandy





Feb 13 2008 8:48 PM

Happy Valentines Day

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Feb 13 2008 6:35 PM



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Feb 13 2008 4:44 PM

Thanks for the request..I try to be UN-BORING. I appreciate the comment!
Nonprofit Organizations





Feb 13 2008 2:08 PM

Thanks for your support!
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Feb 13 2008 9:44 AM

Thank you for the request!
-Teen Talk
Americans For Fairness In Lending





Feb 12 2008 8:16 AM

Thanks for putting us in your top friends! Keep an eye on our site for updates and opportunities to take action, and don't forget to Endorse the Principles of Fair Lending
Stacey





Feb 12 2008 6:00 AM

Get large white pillar candle. Annoint it with rose oil and carve a Brigid's cross into it. Light it and offer your energy to Brigid. She will send you her renewing energy in return! Blessed Be!!!
CellCrazy :)





Feb 1 2008 9:44 PM

Thank you very much for your friendship The Loan Geek


Look forward to working with you this year!


Have A Great 2008 :)

CellCrazy
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Jan 31 2008 10:22 PM

Thanks Mariana