Hi, I’m Kristina Ellis.
Author, strategist, and founder of brands that help families thrive.
I help people break generational cycles, build debt-free futures, and create lives that fully reflect who they were meant to be.
As Seen On:
🏆 $500K+ in scholarships earned
📚 2X Best-selling author + media contributor
🎤 100K+ students & professionals reached
🌍 Personally traveled to 30+ countries, including 10 as a worldschooling family
How I Went From No College Fund… to Helping Thousands Build Debt-Free Futures and Purpose-Driven Lives
I didn’t grow up with a college fund. My family didn’t have the resources or strategies to navigate higher education or long-term financial freedom. I knew I wanted more, but I had no idea where to start.
Everything changed when I decided to treat college like a strategy game. I applied for a bunch of scholarships, figured out how to stand out (even without perfect grades and test scores) and ultimately earned over $500,000 in scholarships. That single decision changed the entire trajectory of my life.
I graduated from a top university 100% debt-free. But more than that, I realized that most people, especially women and families, aren’t being taught the real systems behind success. So I made it my mission to build them.
Through my brands, College Ninja and Wildly Successful, I’ve helped thousands of families pay for college without debt, redefine what success looks like, and design lives that actually feel good. Not just appearing successful on the outside, but fulfilling at the core.
Today, I live this out with my husband and kids as a worldschooling family—building businesses with purpose, traveling the world, and helping others do the same.
My story isn’t about being perfect. It’s about choosing differently and creating a life on purpose. And if you’re ready to do the same? I’d love to help.
3 Things I Believe:
You don’t need to be perfect to succeed
Debt doesn’t have to be part of your story
Success should feel aligned, not exhausting
The Brands I Lead
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College Ninja
Helping students graduate from college debt-free.
Through expert tools, scholarship strategy, and smart planning, College Ninja equips students and parents to beat the system and earn their degrees without student loans. Thousands of families have already used our approach to save tens (or even hundreds) of thousands of dollars.
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Wildly Successful
Build wealth. Live free. Stay grounded.
Wildly Successful is for high-achievers who are ready to ditch burnout, align their money with their values, and create lives that feel as good as they look.
From financial clarity to freedom-focused strategy, this is where ambition meets intention. Let’s design success for YOU.
What Drives Me
I’m here to help people live intentionally, lead boldly, and break cycles that don’t serve them.
This isn’t about hustle culture or superficial success.
It’s about building a life that aligns with your deepest values: where your money, work, and daily choices reflect what truly matters.
The Principles Behind the Mission
Freedom with Purpose
We define success on our own terms, and use it to create lives that are meaningful, not just busy.
Joyful Simplicity
We believe clarity is power, and that a meaningful life doesn’t have to be complicated.
Courageous Growth
We face the hard stuff. We break generational patterns. We rewrite our own stories.
Integrity Over Image
We choose authenticity over applause, alignment over approval. Real success feels as good as it looks.
Intentional Stewardship
We manage money, time, and energy with care, so we can multiply impact beyond income.
Global Perspective
We raise kids and live lives with open minds and open passports, because the world is our classroom.
What Fills My Heart (and My Camera Roll)
I’m a wife, mom of two incredible kids, and a big believer in creating a life that aligns with what matters most.
We've spent the last few years worldschooling, living, learning, and working around the world. From sunrise walks on the beach in Vietnam to homeschooling on a balcony in Croatia, we've seen firsthand that learning (and living) doesn't have to look traditional to be meaningful.
My life isn’t perfect, but it’s deeply intentional. We’re debt-free, curious, and committed to growth as a family. Whether we’re exploring a new country, reading on the beach, or getting into deep conversations over dinner, our goal is to build a rich life rooted in connection, purpose, and joy.
I don’t just teach this stuff. I live it. Every. Single. Day.
Wherever You Are on the Journey…
You’re Welcome Here
Whether you're dreaming bigger, pivoting boldly, or just trying to make the next right decision, you're not alone.
I'm cheering you on. And I’m here when you need a spark, a strategy, or simply a sign you’re on the right path.