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School Engagements & Speaking

In addition to working with families, Henry Charles Mulzac III, our Principal Education Consultant, engages directly with school communities, sharing perspectives on legacy, character, and student development through invited speaking engagements.

MLK Speaker: Explore Your Story

Anyone, no matter their origin, can make a lasting impact. That was the message driven home by keynote speaker Henry Mulzac III in his address to the Kimball Union community on Martin Luther King Jr. Day, and one reiterated during programming throughout the afternoon…..

Anchored in Justice and Soaring with Purpose​

Miller School welcomed guest speaker Henry Mulzac in honor of Black History Month, offering students a window into a family history shaped by courage, conviction, and a refusal to accept imposed limits….
My son was overwhelmed and struggling to catch up and finish 10th-grade Language Arts. Henry was part tutor, part coach, and an excellent cheerleader.  In addition to building up his writing and study skills, Henry built up his confidence. Henry never gave up when my son got down on himself and would not let him give up. Henry believes in kids, especially when they struggle to believe in themselves. He is so patient and encouraging.  My son thrives in his 11th-grade English class because of his work with Henry. We are so very grateful.
Mother of A 11th-Grade Boy, '20
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Jeff Knox

College Counselor

With over two decades of experience in education and admissions counseling, Jeff Knox is the trusted educational consultant for students and families, both in the DC Metro Area and around the globe.

Jeff founded Moxie College Counseling to help families manage each moving part of the admissions process. His resourceful and customized approach to high school planning and college admissions motivates students to boldly develop their plans and execute real action. Along with his team, Jeff continually monitors the ever-changing admissions landscape so that he is always ready to recommend accurate, effective, and meaningful guidance. Relying on his experience and continuous research of college admissions requirements, programs, and trends, he suggests colleges that will appropriately complement each student’s specific strengths and personal preferences.

Jeff has worked both in college admissions and as a high school and middle school English teacher. Through his previous work at the University of Pittsburgh’s Office of Admissions and Financial Aid, he has observed the college admissions process from the inside and uses that knowledge to help his students stand out in a compelling and genuine way.

His writing on admissions has been featured in the Washington Post and has been quoted in The Atlantic and Washington Monthly. Additionally, he is a former member of the University of Pittsburgh’s Admissions Advisory Board, serving as a consultant to help admissions officers understand what to look for in promising applicants. He is currently the chairman of the board for Story District, a Washington, DC nonprofit arts organization named the “gold standard” in storytelling by the Washington Post.

Jeff holds a Master of Art in Secondary Education, a Bachelor of Science in Public Health, and a Bachelor of Art in English Writing from the University of Pittsburgh. He subsequently completed post-graduate coursework in special education and holds an endorsement in gifted education from the University of Virginia. He is a voting member of the National Association for College Admission Counseling (NACAC), the Independent Educational Consultants Association (IECA), and Higher Education Consultants Associate (HECA).

Henry Charles Consulting

Henry C Mulzac III

Henry C. Mulzac III is the Founder and Principal Education Consultant of Henry Charles Consulting. Established in 2018, his firm guides families through the complex private, boarding, international, and college-preparatory admissions processes. With over 18 years of experience, Henry operates at the intersection of independent school leadership, enrollment strategy, and student advocacy.

Henry began his career in independent education at The Potomac School in McLean, Virginia, where he spent a decade serving in multiple roles, including middle school history teacher, advisor, athletics coach, and Associate Director of Admissions.This multidimensional background allows him to expertly advise families on school selection, application strategy, and athletic placement, ensuring students find environments that transform their confidence and trajectory.

An active leader in education, Henry also serves on the Board of the Small Boarding School Association and holds professional affiliations with EMA, IECA, and NACAC. Beyond consulting, he is an invited speaker on leadership, identity, and family legacy. He draws deep inspiration from his family’s distinguished history, including his grandfather, a Tuskegee Airman, and his great-uncle, a pioneering merchant marine captain.

Holding a master’s degree from Georgetown University and a bachelor’s degree from the University of Maryland, Henry remains dedicated to helping students make informed, values-driven decisions to help them thrive.

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