2024 Sponsors
The Mid-Atlantic Association of Colleges of Business Administration (MAACBA) would like to thank its sponsors
for their contributions to support the 2024 Conference.
for their contributions to support the 2024 Conference.
Startup Wars is a simulation platform for creating entrepreneurial experiences. Catering to the distinct needs of academic entities, we provide a range of enterprise solutions tailored to students within the fields of Business and Entrepreneurship.Recognizing the diverse needs of academic institutions, Startup Wars boasts advanced customization features, empowering institutions to enhance and broaden their academic offerings. Our mission is to amplify student engagement, bolster enrollment, and elevate institutions' reputations for unparalleled academic excellence within their communities. With the promise of seamless integration to a diversity of programs, our platform ensures that students receive a personalized educational experience while still preserving and aligning with the existing curriculum. Startup Wars is the definitive tool for a modern, immersive educational journey in entrepreneurship.
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Jedidiah Weller (“Jedi”) is a renowned visionary in the technology sector. Boasting an impressive portfolio of successful tech products and a rich history in startup mentorship, Mr. Weller stands out as a prominent thought leader and a driving force behind transformative business strategies.
Over the past decade, Mr. Weller has made a significant impact in the tech industry. His innovative strategies in product design have been pivotal in launching tech products that have captivated over 20 Million users worldwide and is an active mentor at multiple universities across the united states. Jedi is known for his engaging speaking engagements that skillfully bridge education, business, and technology. This includes events such as Startup Weekend, Collegiate Entrepreneurs Organization, Thailand Startup Summit, Product World, Developer Week, and others.
With a genuine passion for nurturing emerging talent, Jedidiah continually champions a culture steeped in ongoing learning and mentorship. His unwavering dedication ensures that emerging entrepreneurs are not only armed with cutting-edge technological insights but also receive the essential support critical to their success.
Over the past decade, Mr. Weller has made a significant impact in the tech industry. His innovative strategies in product design have been pivotal in launching tech products that have captivated over 20 Million users worldwide and is an active mentor at multiple universities across the united states. Jedi is known for his engaging speaking engagements that skillfully bridge education, business, and technology. This includes events such as Startup Weekend, Collegiate Entrepreneurs Organization, Thailand Startup Summit, Product World, Developer Week, and others.
With a genuine passion for nurturing emerging talent, Jedidiah continually champions a culture steeped in ongoing learning and mentorship. His unwavering dedication ensures that emerging entrepreneurs are not only armed with cutting-edge technological insights but also receive the essential support critical to their success.
ETS is a global education and talent solutions organization enabling lifelong learners to be future ready. We advance the science of measurement to build the benchmarks for fair and valid skill assessment. We are committed to powering human progress by promoting skill proficiency, empowering upward mobility and unlocking more opportunities for everyone, everywhere.
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Key Contact:
Katherine Henderson Associate Director Business School Academic Partnerships (412) 965-4349 [email protected] www.ets.org |
Kathy Henderson is the Associate Director of Business School Partnerships at ETS serving Eastern USA and Canada and representing the GRE, TOEFL and the Major Field Tests. Kathy has 20+ years of experience working with Business Schools throughout the country on content integration, Assurance of Learning (AoL) and more recently admissions and enrollment strategies in the Graduate Management Education space.
She has represented brands such as: Bloomberg, Dow Jones, The Wall Street Journal and The American Psychological Association. Kathy has been a long-time supporter of MAACBA and its mission.
She has represented brands such as: Bloomberg, Dow Jones, The Wall Street Journal and The American Psychological Association. Kathy has been a long-time supporter of MAACBA and its mission.
Eduvantis is the leading data-driven strategy consulting and marketing services firm serving the global business school market. We combine rigorous methodologies and analysis, industry best practices and category benchmarks to help our clients optimize their opportunities for enrollment growth. Our consulting work gives business school leaders the clarity needed to make confident decisions about the best path forward for enrollment success. Our marketing services work provides peace of mind that programs and brands are being marketed by a team with exclusive focus on higher education, and demonstrated success helping to achieve client goals. We have client testimonials from every kind of business school out there (public/private, big/small, urban/rural, etc.), and would welcome talking with you about your biggest concerns to see if we can help you too.
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Jesse Golenberg is a Manager of Consulting Services at Eduvantis. He has over 10 years of experience in the higher education industry. At Eduvantis Jesse focuses on working with clients to develop effective growth strategies and identify new program opportunities. Each project is tailored to the institution's unique needs using methodologies that formulate actionable insights and recommendations. Jess is a licensed attorney in the State of Illinois and holds a joint JD/MBA from Golden Gate University and a BS in Psychology from Indiana University.
Suitable is a mobile-first student engagement platform that provides a virtual roadmap for the entire student journey. From the moment of enrollment, Suitable lets you begin scaffolding each step of the student experience while optimizing for career readiness, skill development and student success. Our platform helps schools increase student participation outside the classroom, track and assess experiential learning and prepare students for life after graduation.
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Sean Carson is the Senior Vice President of University Partnerships at Suitable.co, a leading platform that enhances organizations’ competency development pathways. With over eight years of experience at Suitable, Sean has been instrumental in helping higher education institutions effectively utilize Suitable’s innovative, scalable solutions to drive learner retention and engagement. His expertise lies in guiding clients through the platform’s tools and features, enabling them to create personalized learning experiences that leverage proven strategies from platforms like Netflix and Instagram. Sean’s leadership in fostering university partnerships has helped bridge the gap between organizational silos, creating seamless and effective pathways for student success. He holds a Bachelor of Business Administration in Finance from Shippensburg University of Pennsylvania and is certified in financial literacy. Sean is passionate about using technology to revolutionize education, empowering institutions to provide meaningful, personalized learning journeys.
Through a powerful combination of technology and services, Liaison assists higher-ed institutions and students in making informed enrollment decisions. 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.
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Key Contact: Art Munin, Ph.D. AVP, Enrollment Management Solutions [email protected] https://www.linkedin.com/in/artmunin/ |
Art has served higher education for over 20 years. He currently works at Liaison International as AVP for Enrollment Management Solutions, partnering with institutions on the entire enrollment lifecycle. Previously, he served on the faculty of the USC Race and Equity Center, as Interim Vice Chancellor for Student Affairs & Dean of Students at the University of Wisconsin Oshkosh and held leadership positions at Illinois State University, DePaul University, the School of the Art Institute, and Loyola University Chicago. Art has been an active DEI educator; his first book was entitled, Color by Number: Understanding Racism through Facts and Stats on Children. He earned a Ph.D. in higher education and M.Ed. in Community Counseling from Loyola University Chicago, a M.A. in Multicultural Communication from DePaul University, and a B.A. in Psychology from Easter Illinois University.
Marketplace Simulations shapes future business leaders through immersive, competitive learning games. Our simulations are powered by real-world data, teaching students how to build businesses, direct supply chains, market brands, and even manage their societal impact.
We offer more than 30 highly realistic simulations in business fundamentals, strategic corporate management, venture strategy, strategic marketing, and more. The fires of competition spark real engagement and deep learning as students work to dominate their markets and adapt their strategies.
We offer more than 30 highly realistic simulations in business fundamentals, strategic corporate management, venture strategy, strategic marketing, and more. The fires of competition spark real engagement and deep learning as students work to dominate their markets and adapt their strategies.
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Gary Lewis is a customer experience specialist at Marketplace Simulations. For 15 years, he has helped instructors integrate business simulations into their classes and engage students with the real-world application of business theory. He is excited to help instructors in MAACBA find the best simulations to fit each course.
Everspring is a leading provider of education technology and services solutions for higher education. Our advanced technology, proven marketing approach and robust faculty support and instructional design services deliver outstanding outcomes for our university partners, powering their success online. Everspring offers a range of full-service turnkey solutions, as well as standalone fee-for-service offerings, and innovative self-service products that enable universities to establish themselves as leaders in the digital delivery of higher education. Based in Chicago, Everspring serves a growing number of colleges and universities nationwide.
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Key Contact Chris Hansen Title: Vice President, University Partnerships [email protected] https://www.linkedin.com/in/chrishansen3 |
Dr. Chris Hansen, Vice President University Partnerships. Chris has over 25 years of education and technology industry experience, with the past decade focused on developing higher education partnerships that help senior administration and faculty bring their offerings to life online with high-quality program origination and growth support. Chris holds both an MBA and a Doctorate in Business Administration from DePaul University and has a unique understanding of the needs of online education.
For 25+ years, Wharton Research Data Services (WRDS) has supported users with targeted solutions that underpin research, reinforce learning, and enable discovery. WRDS advances thought leadership by democratizing data access and giving users the power to analyze complex information through curated Classroom Teaching guides, Analytics/Linking tools, and Research Applications. WRDS resources map to Accreditation Standards, impacting an institution’s trajectory from learning and discovery to research and publication.
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Key Contact
Lindsay Rees International Sales Executive WRDS, The Wharton School, University of Pennsylvania [email protected] http://whartonwrds.com |
Lindsay Rees is an accomplished senior sales executive with extensive experience in driving growth and building strong client relationships. Since joining WRDS (Wharton Research Data Services) in 2015, she has played a pivotal role in expanding WRDS' global presence by introducing innovative data products to rising business schools worldwide. Her responsibilities include onboarding and training new sales staff, leading efforts to exceed sales performance goals, and driving the strategic direction for WRDS’ continued growth. A proud graduate of Shippensburg University, Lindsay thrives in fast-paced environments that demand creativity, adaptability, and results-driven approaches. Passionate about empowering organizations with cutting-edge data solutions, she continuously strives to raise the bar in sales performance and client satisfaction.
