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Propel K20 is a strategic consulting and advisory firm focused on driving growth initiatives for companies in the education sector. We are dedicated to advancing learning by providing proprietary data driven solutions developed over 30 years of success. Our insights, action plans, and managed services provide a road map, the tools, and execution necessary to deliver on your mission.

Sarasota, Florida, Us

London, Gb

Studentnomic helps students successfully enter tertiary education through exam preparation.

First Mobile Education works in conjunction with the Canadian Ministries of Education to provide program development and the delivery of eLearning solutions to schools and learners at the K-12 and post-secondary levels.

Quality Matters (QM) is an international organization that is recognized as a leader in quality assurance for online education. QM improves the quality of online education and student learning nationally and internationally through:-Development of current, research-supported, and practice-based quality standards and appropriate evaluation tools and procedures.-Recognition of expertise in online education quality assurance and evaluation.-Fostering a culture of continuous improvement by integrating QM standards and processes into organizational plans to improve the quality of online education.-Providing professional development in the use of rubrics, tools and practices to improve the quality of online education.-Peer review and certification of quality in online education.

Boston, Us

Burning Glass Technologies delivers job market analytics that empower educators, employers, and workers to make data-driven decisions. Burning Glass connects education and job markets, with data that identify the skill gaps that keep job seekers and employers apart.The company’s artificial intelligence technology analyzes hundreds of millions of job postings and real-life career transitions to provide insight into labor market patterns. This real-time strategic intelligence offers crucial insights, such as which jobs are most in demand, the specific skills employers need, and the career directions that offer the highest potential for workers. Burning Glass’ applications drive practical solutions and are used across the job market: by educators in aligning programs with the market, students assessing skills necessary to achieve career goals, by employers and recruiters in filling positions more effectively, and by policy makers in shaping strategic workforce decisions. At the same time, Burning Glass’ data-driven applications for students and workers help them choose career goals and build the skills they need to get ahead. Burning Glass is playing a growing role in informing the global conversation on education and the workforce, and in creating a job market that works for everyone.

New York, Ny, Us

Macmillan New Ventures discovers, acquires, develops, and markets innovative technologies from start-ups in the education sector. Part of the global media company, Macmillan, we help our portfolio companies do more for teaching and learning. The commercial function works to ensure effective operations across client channels, regions, and products helping portfolio companies become more productive, efficient and valuable. We focus on performance improvement even before a company is added to the portfolio, working with deal teams to identify opportunities during due diligence. Once a company joins the portfolio, we help management craft and execute full commercial plans, as well as longer term strategies. We stress quantifiable goals and performance measurement to make sure the desired improvements are being achieved. Our efforts to drive stronger performance focus on four key areas: revenue realization, services and infrastructure, leadership development, and best practices. Our experience has been that focusing on these areas can drive meaningful increases in the growth and profitability of our portfolio companies.

Oversaw all facets of the marketing function of a $2B global company including product marketing, digital marketing, advertising, content marketing, trade shows, social media, marketing systems, and user community. Led the marketing analytics team to support KPI-driven programs. Provided strategic leadership for brand and product marketing functions including positioning, development, messaging, marketing planning, launch management, and metrics tracking. Worked with executive management team and sales group to identify, develop, and manage strategic alliances/programs with major channel partners. Spearheaded quarterly research projects focused on product efficacy, customer satisfaction, market dynamics, and competitive intelligence. Interfaced with industry analysts and key influencers.

Armonk, New York, Ny, Us

Responsible for comprehensive global strategy and operations for the Business Intelligence unit in the public sector. Direct accountability for product development, marketing, and sales. Managed P&L for $60M product line, developed one world subscription price model, and sourced M&A deals. Provided vertical leadership for global team of marketing professionals.

New York, Ny, Us

Developed and executed world wide go-to-market strategies, mixed media marketing campaigns, and new product development plans. Managed $300M+ product/brand revenue and $7M annual marketing budget. Developed bi-weekly sales forecast, managed outside agencies, and assisted in designing biannual National Sales Meeting. Hired, trained, and led team of 5 Marketing Managers and 2 Coordinators.

Toronto, On, Ca

Planned global marketing strategy, influenced product development by sharing/championing voice of the customer, and created product line marketing communications. Provided sales training and support to designated sales forces.