
LAUNCH PAD INTERNATIONAL
College Admissions · Student Readiness · Professional Development
01 DISCOVER
Understand the student
02 DESIGN
Build the strategy
03 DEVELOP
Bring it to life
04 LAUNCH
Move forward with direction
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THE JOURNEY
01 — DISCOVER
02 — DESIGN
03 — DEVELOP
04 — LAUNCH
OUR SERVICES
Admissions
Strategy
Clarify goals, build the right college list, and create an individualized strategy aligned with each student’s strengths, interests and future plans.
Application
Development
Develop compelling applications, essays, activities and supplements that communicate each student’s authentic story and strengths.
Enrollment
Guidance
Navigate the process after submission—from portals and financial aid to admissions decisions, comparisons and final enrollment.
Professional
Advising
Strengthen the path beyond admission through internship strategy, resumes, professional materials, career exploration and opportunity planning.
FURTHER
TOGETHER
EXPLORATION
UNFOLDS

STRENGTHS
GOALS
ACADEMICS
CIRCUMSTANCES
POSSIBILITIES


Susanna “Susie” Rayón, Lic.
FOUNDER
COLLEGE & EDUCATIONAL CONSULTANT · AUTHOR
With more than 25 years of experience in college counseling, Susie guides students and families with insight, warmth and a deeply personal approach. She brings out the best in each student—helping them recognize their strengths, tell their story authentically and connect their individual talents and ambitions with opportunities where they can truly thrive. Her guidance has helped students transform thoughtful strategy into meaningful outcomes while giving families the clarity and confidence to navigate important decisions.
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Mariano Rayón, M.S., CMPC®
MANAGING PARTNER
ADMISSIONS & HUMAN PERFORMANCE CONSULTANT
Mariano combines college admissions strategy with expertise in human performance, readiness and professional development. A Certified Mental Performance Consultant (CMPC®), his experience spans NCAA Division I scholar-athletes and leadership at UC San Diego, business professionals and high-stakes populations—bringing a broader perspective to helping students prepare for their next stage. His approach helps students understand how they perform best and carry that awareness into new opportunities.


LAUNCH PAD INTERNATIONAL
College Admissions · Educational Strategy · Professional Advising
· San Diego, California
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