Who We Are

Kellogg and Sovereign helps schools, libraries and health care providers receive the funding they need to stay connected.

Our experienced professionals draw on their background in accounting, technology, networking, education, health care, administration, and business to provide exceptional service and exceed our clients’ expectations.

At Kellogg and Sovereign, we seek to:

Maximize funding opportunities for advanced telecommunications and information services

Positively affect entire communities by delivering affordable access to information and health services

Provide access to educational opportunities for students across the nation regardless of their school size or location.

Our Mission

To improve the quality of lives by connecting schools, libraries and health care providers with advanced telecommunications and information services by arranging funding.

How We Help

E-Rate

From the program’s very beginning in 1997, Kellogg and Sovereign assists schools & libraries to successfully receive funding from the E-Rate program (Schools & Libraries Universal Service Discount Mechanism). We help in all aspects of the E-Rate program — from preparing your Request for Proposal to filing for reimbursement.

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Rural Health Care Programs

In 2007 we expanded to assist health care providers by providing program management services to help them receive funding from the FCC’s two Rural Health Care programs, the Health Care Connect Fund and the Telecommunications Program.

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Our Team

Jason is the Chief Executive Officer and an accomplished global executive with over 25 years’ experience in public accounting and a history of growing successful professional services practices the US. He served on the Global Leadership Team of Grant Thornton, where he was responsible for service lines and industries, driving strategic growth, developing global capabilities, and nurturing key global clients. His access to an extensive national and global network of experts will assist with the rapid growth of Kellogg & Sovereign. Jason is a Certified Public Accountant in Illinois and Texas and received a B.B.A Degree in Accounting from Texas A&M University.

Located in Kellogg & Sovereign’s recently created New York office, Karina is part of the firm’s Leadership Team and has over 23 years of experience in public accounting, including at the largest firms. Karina is the firm’s Chief Financial Officer and an E-Rate Account Manager, assisting clients with successfully navigating though the E-Rate process. She began her career in Brazil and spent most of the last decade in New York as an International Tax Director/Senior Manager. Karina earned her Master of Law (LLM) in American Business Law from New York Law School and a Bachelor of Law (JD) from Pontificia Universidade Catolica de Campinas in Brazil.

Deborah serves as company advisor for the E-Rate and RHC teams and joined Kellogg & Sovereign in 1998. She has a wide range of experience in accounting, technology, training and financial analysis for various organizations. Prior roles include tax accountant, management advisory consultant, accounting software integrator, adjunct faculty- technology and accounting instructor, and financial analyst. She had the opportunity to work with large CPA firms including Arthur Andersen & Co. and Ernst & Whinney, regional and local CPA firms, a regional university, and two computer consulting companies. Ms. Sovereign continues to utilize her CPA expertise in managing the E-Rate program and assisting our clients in successfully navigating though the E-Rate process. Ms. Sovereign received her B.S. Degree in Accounting from Louisiana State University in 1983 (Magna Cum Laude) and her Certified Public Accountant certification in 1984.

Christina, a Certified E-Rate Management Professional (CEMP), is an E-Rate Senior Account Manager who has been with Kellogg & Sovereign since 2013. She is the company’s Director of Business Development as well as Kellogg & Sovereign’s Director of People & Culture. Mrs. Bailey is integral in the growth of our business as well as helping to grow and develop the employees within the organization. As Director of People & Culture, Mrs. Bailey works to build a collaborative, inclusive and engaging environment for all. Christina is a veteran of the United States Air Force and utilizes the many skills she has honed to provides high-level consulting services for client schools and libraries across the United States. Mrs. Bailey works tirelessly to ensure that all her clients receive the best E-Rate consulting services in this industry, and she excels at building long-lasting relationships with those she serves.

Rachel is an E-Rate Account Manager for the firm assisting clients with certifying and accepting funding on behalf of schools and libraries.

Nichole is an E-Rate Administrative Associate who assists clients with certifying and accepting funding on behalf of schools and libraries. Previously, she worked as an office manager at both Triple H Construction, and prior to that, at Cedar Valley Nurseries, maintaining their office operations and procedures.

Daniel is a Certified E-Rate Management Professional (CEMP), who provides high-level consulting services for schools and libraries across the country by assisting them in receiving E-rate funding. Daniel is a graduate of East Central University with a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration and was a member of Kellogg & Sovereign's Scholar Leader Program at ECU's School of Business. He is currently pursuing his MBA in Management from Southeastern Oklahoma State.

Destiny is an E-Rate Account Manager who assists clients with certifying and accepting funding on behalf of schools and libraries. Previously, she worked as a branch manager for Enterprise Rent-a-Car, as a market research analyst at Reel Vizion Research, and for Citizens Bank of Ada as a wire/ACH coordinator. Destiny is a graduate of Oklahoma's East Central University with a Bachelor of Science in Business Finance and a Certificate in Banking.

Jason brings over 20 years of public sector technology sales experience to Kellogg & Sovereign. From traditional to non-traditional, Jason has held a variety of direct and in-direct sales roles focused specifically on education, giving him a unique perspective that he hopes to share with potential and existing K&S clients.

Sharhonda (Shar) is the Director of Rural Health Care Consulting Services (RHC) and the Oklahoma Universal Services Fund (OUSF). She makes certain that health care providers’ applications for funding are precisely handled to maximize their funding and oversees the staff to ensure that the organizations are relieved of the administrative burdens. Shar also oversees the firms OUSF Policy filings and correspondences for program compliance, training and supporting clients and other stakeholders. Shar is a graduate of Oklahoma State University with a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration, and the University of Science and Arts in Chickasha, with a Bachelor of Science in Speech-Language Pathology.

Chris Herbison is a Rural Health Care Account Manager for the firm, assisting clients with funding from the FCC’s two Rural Health Care programs: The Healthcare Connect Fund and the Telecommunications Program.

Adam is an E-Rate Administrative Associate who assists clients with certifying and accepting funding on behalf of schools and libraries.

Alex is an experienced E-Rate Account Manager as well as Marketing Coordinator. Ms. Linam is responsible for assisting clients with certifying and accepting funding on behalf of schools and libraries. She also handles the marketing requests for the firm. Previously, she worked for Citizens Bank of Ada, as a trainer for teller activity in the branch. Alex is a graduate of Oklahoma East Central University with a Bachelor of Science in Business Management and Administration with a Certificate in Human Resources.

Riley is the firm’s Director of E-rate Consulting Services, and oversees the entire department, developing efficiencies and processes to ensure compliance with e-rate filings. He also is responsible for the supervision and training of employees to make sure they are receiving the maximum funding available. Riley is a graduate of the University of Oklahoma with a Bachelor of Arts in Mathematics.

Nikole is a Rural Health Care Account Manager for the firm, assisting clients with funding from the FCC’s two Rural Health Care programs: The Healthcare Connect Fund and the Telecommunications Program.

Daniela is a E-Rate Account Manager who helps clients with certifying and accepting funding on behalf of schools and libraries. She assists with social media for the firm. Daniela is a graduate of East Central University in Ada, Oklahoma. She has a Bachelor of Science in Business Management with a focus on Finance. Daniela has two certificates, her first is in Banking and Finance, and the second in Personal Finance.

Justin is an E-Rate Associate Account Manager who assists clients with certifying and accepting funding on behalf of schools and libraries. Previously, he worked for Bank of the West, holding several positions. Justin is a graduate of Oklahoma East Central University with a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration Marketing.

Garima has over 16 years of experience with E-Rate project management, technical implementation, quality assurance and special compliance consulting. She began her career at Solix in New Jersey and has since grown her knowledge of the E-Rate program through a variety of senior level positions at other firms. Garima is a graduate of New Jersey City University with her Business Administration in Accounting.

Mailing Address:

3010 LBJ Freeway, Suite 1200, No. 450
Dallas, TX 75234
Office: (580) 332-1444
Email: contactus@kelloggllc.com

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