Business Partners
Business partners (Affiliate members) have been endorsed by at least one of our member institutions, affirming their best practices in business and service provision. Their applications are reviewed and must be approved to become a member. Business partners must secure an annual endorsement by a member school to renew Affiliate member standing.
Accounting & Financial Services
Baker Tilly
Baker Tilly is a leading advisory CPA firm with a specialized focus on higher education and research institutions. College and university leaders and boards count on our more than 6,500 Value Architects ™ to collaboratively seize opportunities to achieve student success and institutional sustainability. Our higher education practice addresses areas such as internal audit, compliance, enterprise risk management, institutional sustainability, cybersecurity, student wellness, athletics, talent management, cost reduction, fraud, construction, capital asset management and other strategic, financial and operational issues. As the tenth largest assurance and advisory firm in the country, Baker Tilly’s depth of coast-to-coast experience and breadth of industry specialization ensures we deliver candid and insightful guidance to solve your institution’s challenges now, for tomorrow. Contact Susan Maloney at susan.maloney@bakertilly.com or 412.697.6448 for additional information.
CLA
CLA exists to create opportunities for our clients, our people, and our communities through industry-focused wealth advisory, outsourcing, audit, tax, and consulting services. With 7,400 people, more than 120 U.S. locations, and a global affiliation, we promise to know you and help you. For more information visit CLAconnect.com. Investment advisory services are offered through CliftonLarsonAllen Wealth Advisors, LLC, an SEC-registered investment advisor. For more information, contact Tim Loeffler.
First American Education Finance
First American Education Finance is a specialty lender dedicated exclusively to education. Backed by the strength and stability of City National and RBC, when your school's project requires tailored finance solutions, our powerful alliance offers you optimal flexibility and competitive rates. We work with over 800 schools across the country to solve challenges from complex campus projects to equipment management. Please contact Matt Rankin for additional information.
Forvis Mazars
Forvis Mazars Higher Education practice serves the various needs of 300+ public and private colleges and universities throughout the U.S. and is driven by our commitment to forward vision. As a top accounting and consulting firm, Forvis Mazars is committed to providing an Unmatched Client Experience®. We listen to understand, respond promptly, and consult with purpose. Our services have been intentionally designed to deliver impact and help you drive forward with momentum.
Our talented team has the skills, passion, and industry intelligence to help you accelerate your path to the future. In addition to tax, audit, and consulting services, our dedicated professionals can help your institution demonstrate fiscal responsibility, foresight, and accountability. We have extensive knowledge of the education system and employ powerful tools, data, and analytics to help you achieve your school’s mission and goals, including academic program and portfolio reviews, compensation studies, benchmarking, strategic planning, and change management.
We stay ahead of trends and share our experience through FORsights™ and thought leadership offerings, including:
Annual Higher Education Outlook
Annual R3 Summit, presented by Forvis Mazars
FORsights articles & webinars on industry hot topics
For more information contact Adam Smith, 260.460.4047 or Aaron Hershberger, 513.562.5560.
Plante Moran
Plante Moran serves as a trusted advisor to colleges, universities and foundations. We provide comprehensive assurance and tax services, and are the second largest single audit provider in the nation. More than a compliance firm, our independent consultants complement the expertise and capabilities of your in-house team. We will work with you and your board to anticipate challenges, manage risk, streamline operations, find opportunities for new funding sources, harness legacy costs, and leverage technology. Plante Moran is among the nation's largest accounting, tax and consulting firms, and has been recognized by a number of organizations, including FORTUNE magazine, as on of the country's best places to work. Visit plantemoran.com for more information.
Benefits, HR, & Compensation
Alera Group
Alera Group is one of the largest independent employee benefit firms in the U.S. For AICUO Members, Alera Group offers a Health4Edu Program designed to drive the best possible pricing and performance for healthcare plans at Higher Education Colleges and Universities. The Health4Edu Program has reduced healthcare budgets by an average of 15-20% and protects campus autonomy (i.e. you do NOT need to change any plan designs, carriers, eligibility, employee contributions, etc.). The Health4Edu Program, in its 8th year, has over 12,000 members and AICUO is bringing this to its members as an opportunity for review. Contact Kyle Crosley for additional information.
Hylant
Hylant has provided Insurance, Employee Benefits & Risk Management Consulting Service since 1938. Their corporate office is in Toledo, Ohio. They have 21 offices across the United States and Mexico. Please contact Dave Jagodzinski for additional information.
IMA
IMA is a national risk management and commercial insurance broker. IMA has been serving the higher education community since 1974; specializing in property/casualty insurance, surety bonds, employee benefits and student/athletic insurance. IMA has nearly 1,000 employees across the country, clients in all 50 states and a dedicated higher education practice group devoted specifically to private institutions. Please contact Steve Nash for additional information.
Dining Services
Aramark Collegiate Hospitality
Aramark Collegiate Hospitality is an industry leader with over 50 years experience. We're not simply serving quality food on a plate, we're serving worlds brought together. We're not just setting tables, we're sparking dialogues. We're not just partners, we're ingrained in your unique identity and vision - with you every step of the way to create the best, most inspiring campus experience imaginable so you can stand out in the crowded higher education landscape. Because when you set your sights and standards higher, you're serving more than just good meals. You're serving futures. Contact Kelli Sheehan for more information.
Crimson Cup Coffee & Tea
Crimson Cup Coffee & Tea was founded in 1991. Crimson Cup develops and distributes innovative coffee shop products designed to enhance the experience of each drink. Sustainably sourced Crimson Cup coffee is available through a network of more than 900 independent coffee houses, grocers, colleges & universities, restaurants, healthcare locations, and other businesses across 37 states, Guam and Bangladesh. We believe that pouring a cup of coffee is about more than just enjoying a delicious drink, it’s about focusing on the good the coffee can create. For over 30 years we have been unrelenting in our pursuit to serve an exceptional cup of coffee from bean to crew, to exceed the industry’s best practices and proudly encourage our customers and partners to do better. It’s what defines our Focus on Good. Contact Renee Glenn for more information.
Hallmark Management Service, Inc.
Hallmark Management Service, Inc. was started by Phil Bach to deliver results-oriented and creative dining solutions to small and mid-sized colleges and universities throughout the Eastern United States. Over the past 50 years, Hallmark has constantly evolved to meet the ever-changing needs of college students and our clients. As a smaller, privately owned company, we understand both the challenges and rewards our clients face. We believe in the power of true partnership with our clients and remain nimble in our approach. Today we are just as focused and committed to building long lasting partnerships with our clients; partnerships grounded by a foundation of consistent results and unwavering trust. Our growth will come as a result of our current partnerships and those that seek a true difference. To learn more, contact John Suckow, Vice President Business Development.
Parkhurst Dining
Parkhurst Dining delivers authentic culinary experiences to private colleges and universities. We were founded in 1996 on the premise of choosing "imperfection over standardization" - hamburgers that are hand-pressed and not cooked from uniform frozen patties; soup that is prepared daily from fresh stock and not poured out of a can; or fresh-cut vegetables for your salad bar that are cleaned, peeled, sliced, diced, and chopped by hand - never shaken out of a bag. We've held fast to these colinary values and know that made-from-scratch food delivers greater student satisfaction and engagement leading to stronger financial outcomes for our clients. We are also known for our commitment to sustainable practices and local sourcing; our dedication to client partnerships and seamlessly integrating into your campus culture; our people-first approach to team management, training and development; and our investment back in the communities in which we live and work. To learn more, contact Suzie Lachut, Director of Partnership Development.
Energy & Facilities
BHDP
BHDP, an award-winning international architectural firm is recognized for innovative and inspiring solutions in architecture, planning, interior design, experiential graphic design, project management, strategic consulting, and spatial utilization analytics of sensor-based statistical data to provide more informed design solutions for our clients. BHDP serves five markets: Workplace, Higher Education, Industrial, Discovery and Science, and Retail from its offices in Cincinnati and Columbus, OH; Atlanta, GA; Pittsburgh, PA; Charlotte, NC; and Raleigh, NC.
BHDP’s expertise in the planning and design of Higher Education facilities is founded upon our deep knowledge of the business of higher education and a passion for improving student and faculty experiences. We design places of learning and discovery that inspire thinkers, leaders and professionals. Our strategic, people-focused approach encourages understanding, collaboration and innovation, enabling us to further an institution’s mission and strategy through their campus and buildings. For more information, contact Paul Orban.
Cintas Corporation
Cintas Corporation, which is headquartered in Mason, Ohio, provides a range of products and services to businesses including uniforms, mats, mops, cleaning and restroom supplies, first aid and safety products, fire extinguishers and testing, and safety courses. Contact Amanda Rowe for additional information.
Constellation
Constellation is a leading competitive supplier of power, natural gas, renewable energy and energy management products and services for homes and businesses across the continental US. We provide integrated energy solutions that help customers strategically buy, manage and use their energy. Our customers, including two-thirds of the Fortune 100, rely on our commitment to innovation, reliability, transparency and service. Contact Melissa Raymond at 443-875-5122 or visit here for more information.
Design Collaborative
Design Collaborative is an architecture, engineering, interiors, and graphic design firm located in Fort Wayne, Indiana. Our mission is to improve people's worlds. We do that by creating people-first places that help our clients and their end users learn, live, work, heal, and play.
First American Education Finance
First American Education Finance is a specialty lender dedicated exclusively to education. Backed by the strength and stability of City National and RBC, when your school's project requires tailored finance solutions, our powerful alliance offers you optimal flexibility and competitive rates. We work with over 800 schools across the country to solve challenges from complex campus projects to equipment management. Please contact Matt Rankin for additional information.
- Attract and retain students, faculty, and researchers
- Create a safe and healthy environment for learning and living
- Have a positive impact on student performance
- Enhance safety and security
- Deliver a smart, connected campus experience
- Achieve operational and energy efficiency
- Create greater reliability and sustainability for long-term resilience
McCullers Group
McCullers Group provides organizations, institutions, and communities with development planning, project management, and operational optimization services that help ensure their real estate developments are smartly funded, meticulously planned, expertly executed, eminently profitable, and leave a lasting legacy. McCullers has particular expertise in planning and executing integrated, sports-anchored commercial development projects creating destination experiences for community stakeholders. For more information, contact
Mark McCullers
Schindler Elevator Corporation
Schindler Elevator Corporation is one of the leading global manufacturers of elevators, escalators, and moving walks. Carrying more than two billion people daily, Schindler manufactures, installs, maintains, and modernizes mobility solutions for almost every type of building requirement worldwide. Specializing in latest-technology engineering, as well as mechanical and micro-technology products designed and rigorously tested for comfort, efficiency, and reliability. For more information, contact
Hunter Baker.
Sway Mobility
Sway Mobility operates electric vehicle carshare programs for colleges and universities to increase access to transportation options for students, faculty, and staff. Sway provides a turnkey program including the EVs, EV chargers, insurance for the drivers (18+), and operations and maintenance. There are no keys and no rental counters, the vehicles are accessed through an app and available 24/7. The vehicles are branded with a custom program name (e.g., ScotShare for The College of Wooster). Institutions may also be able to reduce the current pool of vehicles or include them in the program. There is a monthly subscription fee and revenue share opportunities. For more information, contact
Michael Peters.
Insurance & Risk Management
Alera Group
Alera Group is one of the largest independent employee benefit firms in the U.S. For AICUO Members, Alera Group offers a Health4Edu Program designed to drive the best possible pricing and performance for healthcare plans at Higher Education Colleges and Universities. The Health4Edu Program has reduced healthcare budgets by an average of 15-20% and protects campus autonomy (i.e. you do NOT need to change any plan designs, carriers, eligibility, employee contributions, etc.). The Health4Edu Program, in its 8th year, has over 12,000 members and AICUO is bringing this to its members as an opportunity for review. Contact Kyle Crosley for additional information.
Forvis Mazars
Forvis Mazars Higher Education practice serves the various needs of 300+ public and private colleges and universities throughout the U.S. and is driven by our commitment to forward vision. As a top accounting and consulting firm, Forvis Mazars is committed to providing an Unmatched Client Experience®. We listen to understand, respond promptly, and consult with purpose. Our services have been intentionally designed to deliver impact and help you drive forward with momentum.
Our talented team has the skills, passion, and industry intelligence to help you accelerate your path to the future. In addition to tax, audit, and consulting services, our dedicated professionals can help your institution demonstrate fiscal responsibility, foresight, and accountability. We have extensive knowledge of the education system and employ powerful tools, data, and analytics to help you achieve your school’s mission and goals, including academic program and portfolio reviews, compensation studies, benchmarking, strategic planning, and change management.
We stay ahead of trends and share our experience through FORsights™ and thought leadership offerings, including:
Annual Higher Education Outlook
Annual R3 Summit, presented by Forvis Mazars
FORsights articles & webinars on industry hot topics
For more information contact Adam Smith, 260.460.4047 or Aaron Hershberger, 513.562.5560.
Gallagher Student Health
Gallagher Student Health & Special Risk is one of the largest national insurance brokers solely focused on protecting students in the higher education community, with student health, sports, special risk, and international insurance products and services for students, faculty and staff. We save clients time and money by effectively managing student programs.
Higher Education Licensure Pros
Higher Education Licensure Pros works with colleges and universities to unravel the complex, dynamic requirements for professional licensure compliance, including U.S. Department of Education Title IV regulations, Veterans Affairs rules, State Authorization Reciprocity Agreement policy, and individual state/territory requirements. In addition to consultation and curriculum reviews, we offer The Bookmark, a one-of-a kind database with carefully researched, easily-accessible information for the most common license types that your institution – and your students - need to understand. Please contact Kris Maul for additional information.
Hylant
Hylant has provided Insurance, Employee Benefits & Risk Management Consulting Service since 1938. Their corporate office is in Toledo, Ohio. They have 21 offices across the United States and Mexico. Please contact Dave Jagodzinski for additional information.
IMA
IMA is a national risk management and commercial insurance broker. IMA has been serving the higher education community since 1974; specializing in property/casualty insurance, surety bonds, employee benefits and student/athletic insurance. IMA has nearly 2,000 employees across the country, clients in all 50 states and a dedicated higher education practice group devoted specifically to private institutions. Please contact Casey Casamento for additional information.
Legal Services
Bricker Graydon
Bricker Graydon delivers highly personalized legal services. Our skilled attorneys regularly serve as general counsel to colleges and universities, effectively handling both common and unique legal challenges. In addition to having an entire practice group dedicated to education law, we also provide advice related to taxation, financing, employment and more.
Ogletree Deakins
Ogletree Deakins is one of the largest labor and employment law firms representing management in all types of employment-related legal matters. Premier client service, as outlined in the firm’s Client Pledge, is one of the firm’s top priorities and a cornerstone of its core values. Best Law Firms® has named Ogletree Deakins a “Law Firm of the Year” for 13 consecutive years. In the 2024 edition, the publication named Ogletree Deakins its “Law Firm of the Year” in the Employment Law - Management category. Ogletree Deakins has more than 1,050 attorneys located in 57 offices across the United States and in Europe, Canada, and Mexico. The firm represents a diverse range of clients, including many of the Fortune 50 companies in the U.S. Contact Josh Hughes for additional information.
Steptoe & Johnson
Steptoe & Johnson is a U.S. law firm with core strengths in energy, labor & employment, litigation and transactional law, with special expertise for educational institutions in negotiation of terms of loans and refinancings.
Vorys
Since Vorys was founded in 1909, we have grown from four attorneys with offices on the third floor of a small office building in downtown Columbus, Ohio to a nationally recognized firm of approximately 375 attorneys with offices throughout Ohio and in Washington, D.C., Houston, Texas and Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. During that period of tremendous expansion, our firm has created, cultivated, and celebrated a unique culture that is highly collegial, supportive, and inclusive, while at the same time unerringly focused on providing our clients with exceptional legal representation in compliance with the highest standards of professionalism. We believe that our culture has contributed mightily to our position as an acknowledged leader in diversity, to the honors that have been bestowed upon the firm and our attorneys, and to our continuing growth and success in the practice of law.
Marketing & Communications
AmbioEdu
AmbioEdu is the only performance streaming TV(CTV/OTT)platform purposely built for higher education, delivering the power of TV with precise household targeting and digital attribution. With AmbioEdu, higher education institutions can harness the impact of television advertising while targeting specific households with precision. This allows institutions to reach prospective students and engage with their desired audience more effectively than ever before .AmbioEdu's platform also provides digital attribution, enabling institutions to measure the effectiveness of their campaigns and make data-driven decisions to optimize their marketing strategies. By combining the power of TV advertising with precise targeting and digital attribution, AmbioEdu empowers higher education institutions to maximize their marketing ROI and achieve their enrollment goals. Contact Jennifer Lonchar for additional information.
Collegis Education
Collegis Education is a strategic partner whose revenue-growth solutions help colleges and universities maximize their enrollment potential through data-rich, technology-enabled, marketing, engagement and retention services. In programs supported by Collegis Education solutions, partner institutions have realized average new-enrollment gains of 20% in just the first year of partnership. With more than two decades of experience in higher education, the Collegis team develops holistic, interconnected strategies that enable institutions to realize long-term growth in accord with their mission and values. Contact: Peter Moran
Liaison
Liaison assists higher-ed institutions and students in making informed enrollment decisions through a powerful combination of technology and services. Our vision of fostering a more educated world fuels our passion for expanding access, simplifying experiences, and empowering decision-makers. With over 30 years of experience, we've served over 1,200 campuses and supported 40,000 programs globally, empowering individuals, partnering with institutions, and strengthening communities in the pursuit of knowledge and success. Contact Kelsi Harris for additional information.
MJW Graphics
MJW Graphics is a leading supplier of print, promotions, signage and apparel to many college and university in the state of Ohio. No job is too small or too large for our dedicated and qualified staff to handle. We look forward to partnering with AICUO members and providing them extremely competitive prices and great service.
Student Support
Boldyn
Boldyn Networks is one of the world’s largest neutral host providers, delivering the advanced shared network infrastructure needed for a smart, inclusive, and sustainable future. It brings together the combined scale and expertise of six* companies with a single purpose: to unlock the power of an interconnected future. From interconnected transit, venues and enterprises to smart cities and next-generation networks, Boldyn Networks enables new possibilities in the way people live, work and play. Our portfolio is harnessing fibre, advancing 4G/LTE, accelerating 5G, preparing for 6G–and looking beyond to the next breakthroughs, and global operations span the US, the UK, Ireland, Italy, and Hong Kong. Boldyn Networks. Reimagine tomorrow. Transform today.
Visit Boldyn Networks at https://www.boldyn.com/
Cengage
Cengage, the U.S. Higher Education business of global education technology company Cengage Group, serves millions of instructors, learners and institutions. We deliver affordable, high-quality digital products and personalized support to power learning individually and at scale. Our customer-centered approach enables innovation, including Cengage Unlimited, the first and only all-access digital subscription for textbooks and course materials. Our textbooks, homework tools, and flagship online learning platforms, MindTap and WebAssign, help educators and students achieve their goals. Contact Steve Korb for more information.
Collegis Education
Collegis Education is a strategic partner whose revenue-growth solutions help colleges and universities maximize their enrollment potential through data-rich, technology-enabled, marketing, engagement and retention services. In programs supported by Collegis Education solutions, partner institutions have realized average new-enrollment gains of 20% in just the first year of partnership. With more than two decades of experience in higher education, the Collegis team develops holistic, interconnected strategies that enable institutions to realize long-term growth in accord with their mission and values. Contact: Peter Moran
Coursedog
Coursedog offers modern academic operations software that empowers administrators and faculty to execute exceptional educational experiences and meet their strategic enrollment management goals through integrated academic and event scheduling, curriculum, catalog, and course demand projection tools. Today we support over 100 institutions including AICUO institutions like Ashland University and John Carroll University to streamline their scheduling and curricular operations into a single integrated platform. Academic administrators deserve a powerful, easy-to-use tool that gives them confidence, visibility, and trust that they are executing student-centric, data-driven, cost-efficient academic operations.
EdSights
EdSights transforms student support by combining conversational AI and retention research to amplify the Student Voice. Our platform engages with students via their preferred communication method—texting—conducting regular check-ins to identify barriers and provide tailored support. When students share a barrier with EdSights, they are immediately connected with campus resources while staff are alerted to the problem. This provides direct insight into each students’ needs, enabling timely and effective interventions. EdSights allows support teams to proactively intervene and offer 24/7 support while ensuring your students are retained and become future ambassadors for your institution. Across +140 partner institutions, we see a 4% average persistence increase, 97% student opt-in and 62% active engagement. At EdSights, our mission is to create a student-centered higher education system. We believe that the student voice is the key to transforming education and creating the learning environment of tomorrow. Our data-driven insights and innovative solutions help institutions promote student success by amplifying their students’ voices and putting them at the center of the educational experience. Contact Nick Caroll for more information.
Kaplan
Kaplan helps university leaders drive purposeful change that benefits every student with an unmatched portfolio of learning solutions to expand access, enhance your offerings, and engage students in bold new ways. Contact James Polulach for additional information.
Liaison
Liaison assists higher-ed institutions and students in making informed enrollment decisions through a powerful combination of technology and services. Our vision of fostering a more educated world fuels our passion for expanding access, simplifying experiences, and empowering decision-makers. With over 30 years of experience, we've served over 1,200 campuses and supported 40,000 programs globally, empowering individuals, partnering with institutions, and strengthening communities in the pursuit of knowledge and success. Contact Kelsi Harris for additional information.
Pathify
Pathify is the leading provider of modern student engagement solutions, revolutionizing student journeys from prospect to alumni. Our contracts connect clients with a modern, cloud-based platform that enhances digital campus experiences with personalized dashboards, resources, support services, and more. Contact Heather Meyers for more information.
Sway Mobility
Sway Mobility operates electric vehicle carshare programs for colleges and universities to increase access to transportation options for students, faculty, and staff. Sway provides a turnkey program including the EVs, EV chargers, insurance for the drivers (18+), and operations and maintenance. There are no keys and no rental counters, the vehicles are accessed through an app and available 24/7. The vehicles are branded with a custom program name (e.g., ScotShare for The College of Wooster). Institutions may also be able to reduce the current pool of vehicles or include them in the program. There is a monthly subscription fee and revenue share opportunities. For more information, contact
Michael Peters.
UWill
UWill is the leading mental health and wellness solution for colleges and students. Utilizing its proprietary technology and counselor team, Uwill pioneered the first student and therapist matching platform. The solution offers an immediate appointment with a licensed counselor based on student preferences, all modalities of teletherapy, a direct crisis connection, wellness events, real-time data, and support. Uwill supports more than 3 million students at 400+ institutions in 50 states and 40 countries. For more information, contact Jillian Wiseman or visit us online.
Technology & Networking
Boldyn
Boldyn Networks is one of the world’s largest neutral host providers, delivering the advanced shared network infrastructure needed for a smart, inclusive, and sustainable future. It brings together the combined scale and expertise of six* companies with a single purpose: to unlock the power of an interconnected future. From interconnected transit, venues and enterprises to smart cities and next-generation networks, Boldyn Networks enables new possibilities in the way people live, work and play. Our portfolio is harnessing fibre, advancing 4G/LTE, accelerating 5G, preparing for 6G–and looking beyond to the next breakthroughs, and global operations span the US, the UK, Ireland, Italy, and Hong Kong. Boldyn Networks. Reimagine tomorrow. Transform today.
Visit Boldyn Networks at https://www.boldyn.com/
Cengage
Cengage, the U.S. Higher Education business of global education technology company Cengage Group, serves millions of instructors, learners and institutions. We deliver affordable, high-quality digital products and personalized support to power learning individually and at scale. Our customer-centered approach enables innovation, including Cengage Unlimited, the first and only all-access digital subscription for textbooks and course materials. Our textbooks, homework tools, and flagship online learning platforms, MindTap and WebAssign, help educators and students achieve their goals. Contact Steve Korb for more information.
CLA
CLA exists to create opportunities for our clients, our people, and our communities through industry-focused wealth advisory, outsourcing, audit, tax, and consulting services. With 7,400 people, more than 120 U.S. locations, and a global affiliation, we promise to know you and help you. For more information visit CLAconnect.com. Investment advisory services are offered through CliftonLarsonAllen Wealth Advisors, LLC, an SEC-registered investment advisor. For more information, contact Tim Loeffler.
Collegis Education
Collegis Education is a strategic partner whose revenue-growth solutions help colleges and universities maximize their enrollment potential through data-rich, technology-enabled, marketing, engagement and retention services. In programs supported by Collegis Education solutions, partner institutions have realized average new-enrollment gains of 20% in just the first year of partnership. With more than two decades of experience in higher education, the Collegis team develops holistic, interconnected strategies that enable institutions to realize long-term growth in accord with their mission and values. Contact: Peter Moran
Coursedog
Coursedog offers modern academic operations software that empowers administrators and faculty to execute exceptional educational experiences and meet their strategic enrollment management goals through integrated academic and event scheduling, curriculum, catalog, and course demand projection tools. Today we support over 100 institutions including AICUO institutions like Ashland University and John Carroll University to streamline their scheduling and curricular operations into a single integrated platform. Academic administrators deserve a powerful, easy-to-use tool that gives them confidence, visibility, and trust that they are executing student-centric, data-driven, cost-efficient academic operations.
EasyIT
Since 1998, EasyIT has been serving businesses throughout Ohio. We are absolutely passionate about making IT easy for our clients. We partner with our clients to inform and educate them, so they can make knowledgeable IT Business decisions for their organizations and for their future. We are a team of dedicated IT professionals focused on security and customer service. With EasyIT’s Co-Managed IT Services platform, colleges and universities can expand their current IT resources and areas of expertise without paying expensive salaries and benefits to do so - all while maintaining the ability to scale up or down easily when partnering with EasyIT. For additional information, contact Megan Criswell.
Testimonial from Otterbein Univerisity's CIO
Case Study with Otterbein University: EasyIT Enhances Campus Tech Experiences
EdSights
EdSights transforms student support by combining conversational AI and retention research to amplify the Student Voice. Our platform engages with students via their preferred communication method—texting—conducting regular check-ins to identify barriers and provide tailored support. When students share a barrier with EdSights, they are immediately connected with campus resources while staff are alerted to the problem. This provides direct insight into each students’ needs, enabling timely and effective interventions. EdSights allows support teams to proactively intervene and offer 24/7 support while ensuring your students are retained and become future ambassadors for your institution. Across +140 partner institutions, we see a 4% average persistence increase, 97% student opt-in and 62% active engagement. At EdSights, our mission is to create a student-centered higher education system. We believe that the student voice is the key to transforming education and creating the learning environment of tomorrow. Our data-driven insights and innovative solutions help institutions promote student success by amplifying their students’ voices and putting them at the center of the educational experience. Contact Nick Caroll for more information.
Higher Education Licensure Pros
Higher Education Licensure Pros works with colleges and universities to unravel the complex, dynamic requirements for professional licensure compliance, including U.S. Department of Education Title IV regulations, Veterans Affairs rules, State Authorization Reciprocity Agreement policy, and individual state/territory requirements. In addition to consultation and curriculum reviews, we offer The Bookmark, a one-of-a kind database with carefully researched, easily-accessible information for the most common license types that your institution – and your students - need to understand. Please contact Kris Maul for additional information.
Interfolio
Interfolio combines the best-in-class technology, data, and services. Interfolio’s Faculty Information System (FIS) supports the entire academic faculty lifecycle from hire to retire. Designed to facilitate faculty processes, the Interfolio FIS allows you to recruit and hire applicants, provide support on career milestones tailored to a faculty’s specific pathway, ensure equity and transparency, and showcase faculty expertise—all through a single integrated platform. Please contact Karen Bieber for additional information.
Jenzabar
Jenzabar is a privately owned company that delivers cloud-based ERP, SIS, HCM, and other critical solutions and services to higher education institutions of all sizes so they can evolve alongside and adapt to the rapidly changing needs of today’s learners. Jenzabar’s market-leading, award-winning solutions enable colleges and universities to find, attract, and retain their best-fit students. In 2022, Jenzabar acquired Spark451, a full-service marketing and technology firm that provides comprehensive enrollment strategies and support, further strengthening Jenzabar’s goal to empower institutions with the resources and tools to identify and recruit their right-fit students amid changing student demographics.
With more than 30 years of experience, Jenzabar supports 1,350+ campuses worldwide with powerful solutions that enable long-term success for both institutions and their students. It is Jenzabar’s mission to create pathways that empower all to know who they are, what work they are destined to do, and how they can unlock their full potential — at home, at work, and in the world.
Liaison
Liaison assists higher-ed institutions and students in making informed enrollment decisions through a powerful combination of technology and services. Our vision of fostering a more educated world fuels our passion for expanding access, simplifying experiences, and empowering decision-makers. With over 30 years of experience, we've served over 1,200 campuses and supported 40,000 programs globally, empowering individuals, partnering with institutions, and strengthening communities in the pursuit of knowledge and success. Contact Kelsi Harris for additional information.
ScholarBuys
ScholarBuys is a value-added reseller of software, hardware, and peripherals; ScholarBuys works exclusively in education. Our niche focus is Group Purchasing. ScholarBuys has a strong track record of maximizing the buying power of Independent College and University Associations with technology companies including; Microsoft, Adobe, DropBox, Lenovo, Symantec, and others. For more information, contact contact Bob Smith.
Contact
Mani James
Vice President of External Relations
614-228-2196
mjames@aicuo.edu