Rise Educational Advocacy and Consulting, LLC

What Rise Educational Advocacy and Consulting, LLC does

Rise Educational Advocacy and Consulting, LLC is a privately held, founder-owned special education advocacy practice founded in 2021 and headquartered in Torrance, California. The company helps parents of children with disabilities navigate the IEP (Individualized Education Program) and Section 504 plan processes through a multi-product offering that includes self-paced online DIY courses, downloadable guides and templates, one-on-one advocacy and coaching, and group training for schools and organizations. The practice is led by April Rehrig, a Board Certified Educational Advocate (BCEA) and Licensed Educational Psychologist (LEP) with over 20 years of experience as a school psychologist, and is differentiated by a proprietary strength-based "Build a Better IEP™" methodology.

The business is built on a Kajabi-powered e-commerce platform (with an All in One Accessibility widget for ADA compliance) and distributes supplemental digital products through the Teachers Pay Teachers marketplace. Pricing spans low-cost digital downloads ($9.95–$59.95) and on-demand courses ($53.95 with lifetime access) for nationwide reach, while premium 1:1 advocacy packages are priced at $1,200–$1,800 and constrained to the greater Los Angeles market (South Bay, Beach Cities, Long Beach, Los Angeles, Inland Empire). Group training is offered virtually or in-person to schools, parent groups, and organizations.

The go-to-market is direct-to-consumer and content-led, relying on the founder's thought leadership across 25+ podcast appearances, a YouTube channel, a blog, and an email newsletter funneling leads into the Kajabi storefront. Revenue is not publicly disclosed. The company is a solo-practitioner LLC (1–10 employees) with no external funding, no parent company, and no disclosed subsidiaries, placing it firmly in the micro-business segment with material founder-dependency risk.

Name

Rise Educational Advocacy and Consulting, LLC

Legal name

Rise Educational Advocacy and Consulting, LLC

Website

https://www.riseeducationaladvocacy.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2021

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

Rise Educational Advocacy and Consulting is a Torrance, CA-based special education advocacy practice founded in 2021 by April Rehrig, serving parents of children with IEPs/504 plans nationally through DIY online courses, downloadable guides, 1:1 advocacy in the Los Angeles area, and group training.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Special Education Advocacy

NAICS

Educational Support Services (611710), Educational Support Services (61171), Educational Services (611), Educational Support Services (6117), Social Advocacy Organizations (81331)

SIC

Services-Educational Services (8200), Services-Management Consulting Services (8742)

akta.pro primary industry

IEP Development & Review Consulting (EDAKACAA)

akta.pro secondary industries

IEP Meeting Advocacy & Representation (EDAKACAB), IEP Goals, Accommodations & Modifications Design (EDAKACAE), Parent & Caregiver Training for IEP Navigation (EDAKACAJ), School Staff Training on IEP/IDEA Implementation (EDAKACAK)

Keywords

• Special education advocacy
• IEP support services
• 504 plan guidance
• Educational consulting
• Parent advocacy training

Headquarters

HQ city

Torrance

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales, Operations

Revenue model

1. DIY Online IEP Workshops: Self-paced online courses offering lifetime access to video content, templates, and worksheets. Courses cover IEP testing requests, understanding reports, parent participation, and IEP meetings. Individual courses priced at $53.95 with lifetime access.
2. Downloadable Guides and Templates: Digital download products including the IEP Testing Step-by-Step Guide ($19.95), Ultimate 504 Guide ($59.95), IEP Meeting Request Template ($19.95), IEP/504 Meeting Toolkit ($39.95), College Prep Guide ($49.95), and various request letter templates ($9.95-$19.95). All sales are final per refund policy.
3. 1:1 IEP Advocacy and Coaching Services: Personalized advocacy services including File Review Package ($1,200), Evaluation Package ($1,800), and Meeting Package ($1,800). Services include file reviews, evaluation support, meeting attendance, and ongoing coaching. Offered in-person and virtually in Los Angeles area.
4. Group Training and Keynotes: Professional development training for groups and organizations including 1-course training, half-day, and full-day sessions. Training is offered virtually or in-person with custom workbook materials. Pricing includes additional charges for in-person travel and accommodations.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

Rise Educational Advocacy and Consulting provides special education advocacy services and educational resources for families navigating the IEP and 504 process. Core offerings include DIY online IEP workshops with lifetime access, downloadable guides and templates, 1:1 parent advocacy and coaching services delivered in the Los Angeles area, and group training sessions for schools and organizations. All offerings are built around the founder's proprietary Build a Better IEP™ methodology, which teaches parents how to request testing, understand evaluation reports, participate effectively in meetings, and secure appropriate accommodations for their children.

Product overview

Rise Educational Advocacy offers a multi-product service portfolio centered on special education advocacy and IEP/504 navigation support. The core offering consists of DIY IEP Workshops (on-demand online courses covering How to Request Testing, Understanding Reports, Parent Participation, and IEP Meetings), supplemented by downloadable Guides & Templates (DIY Toolkits including the IEP Testing Step-by-Step Guide, Ultimate 504 Guide, IEP Meeting Request Template, IEP/504 Meeting Toolkit, and College Preparation Guide). For families seeking hands-on support, the company provides Individual Coaching Services (File Review, Evaluation, and Meeting packages priced at $1,200-$1,800) in the Los Angeles area, and Group Training & Keynotes for schools and organizations. All products and services are delivered through the Kajabi platform and integrate with Stripe for payment processing.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• DIY IEP Workshops (Online IEP Courses) On-demand online courses that teach parents how to navigate the IEP and 504 process, including how to request testing, read and understand evaluation reports, participate effectively in meetings, and advocate for appropriate services. Includes lifetime access to video content, templates, and worksheets. Priced at $53.95 per individual course with lifetime access.
• Guides & Templates (DIY Toolkits) Downloadable digital guides, templates, and toolkits covering the IEP testing process, 504 plans, meeting preparation, college transition planning, and request letters. The Ultimate 504 Guide is also available in Spanish. All sales are final.
• Individual Coaching Services (1:1 IEP Advocacy) Personalized 1:1 advocacy and coaching services for parents in the Los Angeles area. Includes File Review Package (detailed file analysis with action plan), Evaluation Package (comprehensive evaluation support including meeting attendance), and Meeting Package (preparation, attendance, and post-meeting guidance). Delivered in-person or via Zoom in the South Bay, Beach Cities, Long Beach, Los Angeles, and Inland Empire.
• Group Training & Keynotes Professional development training and keynotes for schools, parent groups, and organizations covering IEP/504 processes, special education law, and effective meeting facilitation. Available as 1-course, half-day, and full-day sessions, virtually or in-person, with custom workbook materials.

Quantifiable outcome

• Saves families $597+ on File Review Package compared to hourly rate
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers5 records

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

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Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature2 records

Partnerships

14 partnerships are on record, tiered minor.

• We Are Brave TogetherminorGTM or Marketing PartnerParent support community for mothers of children with disabilities. Featured as a Rise partner on the resources page. Joint podcast appearances and content collaboration around special education advocacy.
• 3D Learning ExpertsminorGTM or Marketing PartnerSpecialized virtual 1:1 tutoring service for children. Listed as a Rise partner, offering complementary services for families seeking additional educational support.
• The Connected ParentminorGTM or Marketing PartnerOnline directory for disability, autism, and mental health resources. Listed as Rise partner providing resource referrals for families.
• Amber Taylor-GarrettminorGTM or Marketing PartnerEducational therapist, education specialist, and special education consultant. Listed as Rise partner offering complementary professional services.
• Find Parent AdvocatesminorGTM or Marketing PartnerCompany providing IEP advocacy services including tracking service delivery and accommodation usage. Listed as Rise partner for referral network.
• Life Skills AdvocateminorGTM or Marketing PartnerNeurodivergent coaching and digital resources for executive functioning and life skills. Featured affiliate with guest blog on college transition topics.
• MRM EducationminorGTM or Marketing PartnerPersonalized 1:1 educational support for students K-undergrad. Featured affiliate with guest blog on replacing IEP with 504 for college.
• Apex Social GroupminorGTM or Marketing PartnerLive-in child care solutions with support for families with special needs. Featured affiliate with Care Professionals from therapeutic backgrounds.
• Mind by DesignminorGTM or Marketing PartnerTeam of educational psychologists, speech-language pathologists, and education specialists licensed in California. Featured affiliate.
• Dyslexia on DemandminorGTM or Marketing PartnerOnline dyslexia programs making therapy accessible despite geographical limitations. Featured affiliate with guest blog on dyslexia testing denial.
• Pacific PreparatoryminorGTM or Marketing PartnerAccredited K-12 private school with customized 1:1 remote learning by Masters-level Special Ed-credentialed teachers. Featured affiliate.
• LEAP CenterminorGTM or Marketing PartnerLicensed Educational Psychologist Joanna Cheng offering comprehensive evaluations including gifted and twice-exceptional profiles. Featured affiliate.
• PEC GroupminorGTM or Marketing PartnerNeuropsychological assessments identifying strengths and challenges with bilingual, culturally responsive support. Featured affiliate.
• Stepping Stones TherapyminorGTM or Marketing PartnerPediatric therapy clinics in Newport Beach and Torrance, CA offering speech, OT, sensory, feeding, and social skills support. Featured affiliate.

Scale indicators2 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Understood.org: Major nonprofit-backed resource hub for parents of children with learning and attention issues; offers IEP/504 guides, webinars, and advocacy toolkits — directly competes with Rise's DIY courses and downloadable guides at free/lower price points.
• Wrightslaw: Long-standing publisher of special education law and advocacy information (IDEA, Section 504). Highly comparable as a parent-information authority for IEP navigation, although primarily content/legal-info rather than 1:1 advocacy services.
• The Inclusive Education Project: California-based special education advocacy and legal services organization serving families navigating IEP and 504 processes. Directly comparable in service type and LA/Southern California footprint.
• PEATC (Parent Educational Advocacy Training Center): Nonprofit providing training, resources, and one-on-one support to parents of children with disabilities on IEP and special education rights; comparable mission and resource model to Rise's DIY + advocacy offerings.
• Find Parent Advocates: Directory and referral network for parent advocates and IEP support services; directly comparable as a peer in the IEP advocacy marketplace and already a listed Rise partner.

Broad incumbents

• Learning Disabilities Association of America (LDA): Established national nonprofit offering resources, advocacy, and training on learning disabilities and IEP/504 processes; overlaps with Rise's parent-education and advocacy mission but operates at significantly broader scale.
• The Arc: Large national advocacy organization for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities; offers IEP resources and family advocacy comparable in scope to Rise's services, though at a much larger institutional scale.
• COPAA (Council of Parent Attorneys and Advocates): National membership organization for special education advocates and parent attorneys, including training programs (SEAT) and advocacy resources; comparable as a professional advocacy community, though focused on legal/practitioner training.
• Disability Rights California: California's designated Protection & Advocacy system providing legal and advocacy services to people with disabilities; overlaps with Rise's IEP advocacy mission, particularly in California, though as a publicly funded legal services organization.

Regional players

• Parents Helping Parents: California-based special needs family support organization offering IEP workshops, parent training, and advocacy resources; comparable mission and content offering, with Silicon Valley/Bay Area geographic focus versus Rise's LA focus.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• YouTubeyoutube.com/@riseedadvocacy
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/rise-educational-advocacy-and-consulting

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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