Can the Council of Independent Colleges in Virginia (CICV) count on you as a Strategic Business Partner? For over five decades, CICV has been the primary advocate for non-profit, private higher education in Virginia, including playing an indispensable role at the Virginia State Capitol, where CICV champions initiatives like the Tuition Assistance Grant (TAG), which is currently $5,125 per eligible student. Because of CICV’s efforts and past corporate support, 150,000 students across our 28-member colleges receive a high-quality education with small classes, modern facilities, innovative programs, and highly marketable degrees.
CICV invites engaged higher education vendors to become Strategic Business Partners. This partnership is more than just a mechanism for you to support our institutions. Your business becomes part of a collaboration that could strengthen the entire private college sector. Your investment will assist us in providing professional support to member employees, data analysis, and government and public relations, among other essential services.
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2026 CICV Strategic Business Partners
AffinityLTC, LLC
Insurance & Benefits
AffinityLTC, LLC specializes in the marketing and administration of association-sponsored Long-Term Care Insurance. AffinityLTC is recognized as one of the top firms in the LTC marketplace
Currently endorsed by the Coalition for College Cost Savings (CCCS) as an exclusive provider for LTCI to its member associations and more than 900 institutions of private higher learning.
Contact
Michael S. VanGavree, President & CEO
(717) 737-3060 x300
(877) 777-3512 x300
E-mail
Website
Alliant Insurance Services, Inc.
Domestic & International Student Health Insurance (Colleges & Universities)
Alliant Student Health is a specialty practice dedicated exclusively to colleges and universities. Student health is not an add-on for us—it’s our focus.
We partner with institutions to simplify student health insurance, reduce administrative burden, and deliver affordable, compliant coverage for domestic and international students, scholars, athletes, and short-term programs.
Why Alliant Student Health:
- Higher-ed expertise: Deep understanding of campus operations, student populations, and today’s enrollment challenges
- Client-first service: Hands-on support and advocacy with carriers—year-round, not just at renewal
- Data-driven guidance: Reporting, claims monitoring, and proactive insights that help manage costs and improve outcomes
Solutions We Provide:
- Domestic & international SHIP plans (ACA compliant)
- International-only and study abroad health plans
- Student athlete and accident-only coverage
- Consulting and brokerage services for colleges and universities
Alliant works alongside institutions to ensure student health insurance programs are well-managed, compliant, and supportive of student success.
Contact:
Mohamed Farag, Assistant Vice President – Student Health
(954) 829-0960
E-mail
Aramark Collegiate Hospitality
Dining and Facilities
Aramark’s vision is to be the most admired employer and trusted hospitality partner. Serving campuses across the Commonwealth of Virginia, Aramark are experts in student engagement, locally sourced foods, sustainability, and health and wellness all while being humble servants and stewards of your campus dining needs.
Contact
Adam Nevill
(251) 709.2641
E-mail
Artic Wolf
Security Operations
Arctic Wolf is the global leader in security operations, delivering the first cloud-native security operations platform to end cyber risk. Powered by threat telemetry spanning endpoint, network, and cloud sources, the Arctic Wolf® Security Operations Cloud ingests and analyzes trillions of security events each week to enable critical outcomes for most security use cases. The Arctic Wolf® Platform delivers automated threat detection and response at scale and empowers organizations of any size to stand up world-class security operations with the push of a button.
Contact
Juan Velasquez
Email
Bartlett James
Title IX
Our firm has a long association with universities throughout the United States. Although we are a national firm, we have a strong presence in the middle Atlantic and Southeastern states. Since our inception, we have provided valuable services to countless institutions, including smaller schools, by delivering a full range of Title IX and Clery Act services, background vetting, general university investigations, and other compliance related activities.
Our higher education team is comprised of more than 20 members with solid and in-depth experience in our areas of practice. While we are not a law firm, the vast majority of our team are seasoned and skilled attorneys. The team is led by James Pottorff, who has over 20 years combined service as the General Counsel of the Universities of Kansas and Nebraska. Every member of our team understands the challenges, culture, finances, and the laws and policies that impact institutions of higher education.
We are respectful of our clients’ budgets and provide our services at a very competitive rate.
Contact the BartlettJames Team
785-766-5580
Email
Boldyn Networks
(formerly Apogee Telecom, Inc.)
Managed Technology Services
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 industry-leading companies with a single purpose: to unlock the power of an interconnected future. From interconnected transit, venues and enterprises, smart cities, next-generation and bespoke private networks, to smart campuses, Boldyn enables new possibilities in the way people live, work and play. Bringing connectivity to the most complex environments. Our portfolio is harnessing fibre, advancing 4G/LTE, accelerating 5G, preparing for 6G–and looking beyond to the next breakthroughs. With headquarters in the UK, our global operations span North America, Europe, and Asia. Boldyn Networks. Reimagine tomorrow. Transform today.
Contact
Elizabeth Gow, Business Development Manager
(570) 575-3588 (mobile)
E-mail
Brown, Edwards & Company, LLP
Auditing and Compliance
Brown Edwards is a full-service regional accounting firm with 12 offices throughout Virginia, West Virginia, and Tennessee. We are listed as a top 75 firm in the United States according to Inside Public Accounting and included on the 2021 Inc. 5000 list of the Fastest-Growing Companies. We are proud to support a wide range of industries throughout the Mid-Atlantic, including private higher education. With a 40-year history working with private colleges and universities, our professionals have in-depth knowledge of the unique accounting and reporting requirements of the industry. We are genuinely interested in our clients and strive to help them achieve their strategic goals.
Contact
John Hash, Partner
(540) 345-0936
E-mail
Core Education
Strategic Planning, Organizational Change Management
Core Education is a Public Benefit Corporation with a mission to transform the business model of higher education. We accomplish this as a long-term, mission-critical strategic partner of colleges and universities, leveraging our economies of scale to achieve operational effectiveness, technological efficiency, market and capital expansion. Today, Core supports more than 55 institutions who have a combined budget of more than $3.5B.
Mariah Sheridan, VP of Growth & Business Development
904.252.5361
Check Point Software Technologies
Technology
Check Point Software Technologies is a global leader in cyber security solutions, dedicated to protecting corporate enterprises and governments worldwide.
Contact
Cole Erikson
Email
Data Network Solutions
Technology
Data Network Solutions (DNS) has been helping businesses solve their most complex IT challenges since 1999. Our dedicated engineers hold high-level certifications in various IT specializations (networking – wired/wireless, cybersecurity and data center) and routinely developed smart, cutting-edge solutions and architectures for our customers. While DNS is headquartered in Chapin, SC, we have staff throughout NC, SC and VA to support businesses throughout the Southeast in all verticals, including state/local government, education, healthcare, retail, finance, transportation, etc.
Not only can DNS develop a custom solution that fits your business’ unique IT needs, but we will also do it in a way that accomplishes your goals, fits your timeline and stays within your budget. You can rest easy knowing you’re working with a partner who will do what they say from start to finish.
Contact
Candace Gooding
Cell – 704-799-5466
Email
Construction
EDC provides Owner’s Representation and Project Management services to institutional owners for the design and construction of their new and renovated facilities. Established in 1991 and based in Midlothian Virginia, EDC has delivered over four million square feet totaling over $600 million of higher education and research and development projects. EDC manages the entire project from preliminary programming and budgeting through construction and occupancy. Our clients include the Virginia Tech Foundation, Hollins University, Bridgewater College, Randolph-Macon College, the American Hebrew Academy and the UNCG Capital Facilities Foundation.
Contact
Raymond Hunt, AIA LEED ap BD+C, Executive Vice President
804-396-5578
Email
Ellucian
Technology, Cloud Based Software
Ellucian powers innovation for higher education, partnering with more than 2,800 customers across 50 countries, serving 20 million students. Fueled by decades of experience with a singular focus on the needs of learning institutions, the Ellucian platform features best-in-class SaaS capabilities and delivers insights needed now and into the future.
Contact
Jake Victorson
+1 (267) 606-9211
E-mail
Fahrenheit Advisors
Consulting
Fahrenheit Advisors partners with colleges, universities, and educational organizations to drive progress through strategy, operations, talent, and transformation. Our experienced team helps institutions navigate complexity, improve efficiency, and strengthen leadership, serving clients across the U.S. on an interim, fractional, or project basis.
Our services include:
- Interim and fractional CFO, VP of Finance, and Controller support
- Interim and fractional CHRO and HR Director support
- Executive, Director, and Manager search services
- Strategic, operational, and organizational transformation projects
- Financial statement audits, 403(b) plan audits, and internal control support
- Tax planning and compliance, and risk management
Audit and tax services are provided through our affiliate, Smith + Howard, a nationally recognized accounting and advisory firm that specializes in educational institutions.
If financial, operational, or human capital challenges are limiting your institution’s growth or impact, we bring hands-on experience, deep industry knowledge, and a shared commitment to your mission.
Explore our services, client stories, and higher ed experts at Fahrenheit Advisors – Education Practice.
Contact
Keith Middleton, Co-Managing Partner, Co-Founder
(804) 955-4422 – office
m: (804) 310-5904
First American Education Finance
Financial Services
First American Education Finance is a financial services company dedicated exclusively to serving Higher Education. With over 80 years of combined experience and a track record of working with more than 800 schools nationwide—including community colleges, private and public liberal arts colleges, and large, elite research institutions—First American has the expertise to help you accelerate your campus-wide projects. Whether you need to renew your technology, renovate your campus, or address deferred maintenance projects, our comprehensive suite of programs is designed to simplify financing so that you can focus on delivering the best education possible to your students.
Contact
Kelly Furgal, VP, Relationship Manager
585-643-3379
Email
Financial Services
First Carolina Bank, through its wholly-owned subsidiary, BM Technologies, Inc., is proud to offer innovative, secure, and efficient solutions designed to support colleges and universities in managing their financial processes. Together, First Carolina Bank and BMT provide the tools institutions need to operate more efficiently and securely. We are here to help streamline financial operations and to create a seamless experience for both institutions and students. In addition, First Carolina Bank has a dedicated lending and deposit platform designed for higher education with specific emphasis on independent and private colleges and universities.
Contact
David Rizzo, Market President & Higher Education Sales Manager
910-777-8435
Email
Forsyte IT
Technology Solutions
Forsyte I.T. Solutions empowers organizations with proactive, aggressive, and customizable managed security services backed by an industry-leading team, tools, and technology to stay ahead of what’s next.
Guardian 365 managed security services is at the core of everything we do at Forsyte I.T. Solutions. As an award-winning Managed Security Services Provider (MSSP), Guardian 365 security management helps organizations stay secure in an ever-changing threat landscape affecting organizations across industries. Forsyte employs a full team of security specialists that serve as an outsourced 24x7x365 Security Operations Center (SOC), providing security services around-the-clock with AI- and human-powered resources. We provide the tools you need and the team you want to maintain an aggressive security posture and keep your valuable assets protected.
Contact
Jeremy Fass, National Sales Director
T: (804) 299-4799
EMail
Forvis Mazars
Assurance | Tax | Consulting
Forvis Mazars is a premier provider of audit, tax, and advisory services for higher education institutions. Our Higher Education practice serves the various needs of 350+ 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®. With deep industry knowledge and experience, we help colleges, universities, and foundations manage financial complexities, maintain compliance, and plan for the future.
As the industry landscape becomes increasingly uncertain and unpredictable, being prepared is more critical than ever. That is why we are offering free services to CICV members this year such as:
- Board and Governance training
- Up to a half day strategic planning session
- Financial health and sustainability assessment
- Financial literacy training for your staff
Contact us to learn more about these and other significant discounts we are offering to CICV members this year.
Contact
Bobby Gauthier, Director
(703) 226-0079
Email
Haylor, Freyer & Coon (An Alera Group Company)
Student Health Insurance, Ancillary Lines and more
Website
Haylor, Freyer & Coon, Inc. , (HFC), is one of the few insurance agencies nationwide that truly specializes in collegiate risk. HFC boasts 200+ clients in their Collegiate Division including large consortium clients and complex accounts. The colleges/universities that we represent will vouch for us that we exist exclusively to provide exemplary service in all areas making us a one stop shop for all facets of collegiate including:
- Domestic and international student health insurance
- Medical, political, security and natural disaster evacuation programs including emergency assistance “24/7″
- Repatriation services
- Intercollegiate athletic insurance
- Dental, vision, disability and life insurance
- Consulting services for Student Health Centers (Physician Group Agreements, RX repricing and formularies, SHC reimbursement rates)
- Property and casualty insurance programs (ie. commercial package, c etc.)
- Personal property insurance
- Employee medical benefits
To further enhance our services, we offer:
- A dedicated in-house servicing team whose expertise is student health insurance programs, ancillary benefits, & P&C Insurance programs **NO CALL CENTERS
- A proprietary waiver/enrollment platform that is the BEST in its class & is built on #1 CRM in country **FULLY CUSTOMIZABLE with client/ admin access
- Emergency Services 24/7 &365 days per year (including medical, security, natural disaster evacuation & repatriation services, Teladoc Services, Translation Services.)
- A strong claims division and loss control services
- Proactive servicing best practices
- Accountability check-ins
- Gap analysis
Contact
Celeste Peplinski, Collegiate Benefits Consultant
(315) 263-3520
E-mail
HUB Investment Partners
(formerly Millennium Advisory Services)
403(b) Consulting Services
HUB Investment Partners is an investment advisory firm that specializes in providing participant services in higher education 403(b) retirement plans. Our services include participant education, customized financial planning, investment advice, and an optional managed account solution for retirement plan participants. HUB supports plan sponsor clients across the United States and was selected by the Virginia Private Colleges and Universities Multiple Employer Plan to provide its services for the plan and the schools’ employees.
Contact
Jordan Smith, Managing Director
(877) 435-2489
Email
IMA
Insurance Services
IMA is a national risk management and commercial insurance broker. IMA has a property & casualty insurance program that is endorsed by The Coalition for College Cost Savings and is designed specifically for private institutions. IMA also specializes in employee benefits and student and athletic insurance. IMA has clients in all fifty states and has offices throughout the country. To learn more about IMA’s proprietary complimentary assessment, please contact Kevin Melvin, certified school risk manager.
Contact
Kevin Melvin
(704) 207-5239
Education Technology
Instructure is shaping the future of learning by delivering a future-ready ecosystem that helps learners thrive in tomorrow’s landscape. Our vision is to drive a future where education technology seamlessly amplifies human potential, empowering people to excel in a perpetually changing world. Instructure is setting potential in motion by connecting educators, institutions and learners across K–12, higher education and the workforce—enhancing experiences at every age, every stage and every pivotal transition. Discover more at Instructure.com
Contact
Sejal Mukerjee, Field Events Marketing Manager
Email
Office: 347.860.5846
INW Solutions
Technology
INW Solutions is a technology solutions provider specializing in networking, security, collaboration, and managed services. We help organizations design, deploy, and support secure, scalable IT environments, from core infrastructure and cloud solutions to physical security and ongoing operational support. Our focus is on simplifying complex technology, improving reliability, and acting as a trusted partner to support our customers’ long-term business goals.
Contact
Justin Gore
Email
JourneyEd
Technology
Delivering Technology To Education Since 1990. JourneyEd, the EDU techstore, offers the largest selection of education priced products for school technology buyers. Our offering categories include: Software, Hardware and IT Network Solutions. We assist with everything from requirements gathering, defining specifications, contract negotiations, fulfillment, billing, implementation, upgrading and more. By providing students, educators & schools nationwide with world-class technology, we deliver long-term value as well as a positive return on investment for our customers.
Contact
Jason Watson, Senior Account Manager
469.461.7889
Email
Lenovo X Intel
Technology Solutions
With 20 years of education technology leadership and a team of experts focused exclusively on higher education, Lenovo and Intel help IT and educators create secure, simplified, and dynamic collaborative environments to help institutions thrive and students realize potential and exceed expectations.
Contact
Matt Aaronson
hiedvadc@lenovo.com
O’Hagan Meyer Attorneys Advisors
Law Firm
O’Hagan Meyer has extensive experience advising and defending governing boards and senior leadership at higher education institutions across a wide range of issues, including employment and personnel matters, governance, civil rights, and constitutional law, torts, contracts, student discipline, and compliance with Title VI and Title IX.
Contact
Mike Melis
Direct: (804) 361-4569
EMail
Palo Alto Networks
Cybersecurity Products & Services
As a global leader in cybersecurity, Palo Alto Networks provides AI-powered platforms that secure networks, cloud environments, and mobile workforces against increasingly sophisticated digital threats. We are proud to support colleges and universities in Virginia and nationwide by protecting critical infrastructure, sensitive research, and student data while partnering with institutions to provide the educational resources and training necessary to build a resilient future workforce.
Contact
Sam Isler
(914) 621-2024
Email
RCM&D
Insurance
RCM&D’s Education Practice provides comprehensive insurance brokerage and risk management solutions to Council of Independent Colleges in Virginia (CICV) members and other colleges and universities nationwide. Our team helps institutions mitigate risk, reduce costs and ensure optimal coverage. We offer tailored programs including the CICV Property & Casualty Group Purchase Program and CICV Student Health Insurance Group Program, along with solutions for Enterprise Risk Management, Sports Accident, Global Medical and Student Accident insurance.
Contact
James Shewey, SVP, Virginia Market Leader & Practice Leader, Education
804 237 5912
Email
SageView Consulting Group
Retirement Plan Consulting and Investment Advisory Services
SageView Advisory Group, LLC is an independent Registered Investment Advisor with over 270 employees located in more than 30 offices nationwide. The firm provides unbiased retirement plan and wealth management consulting services to clients throughout the U.S. We have been evaluating and advising institutions and individuals since 1989.
SageView advises on over 1,900 defined contribution, defined benefit and deferred compensation plans and more than 4,000 households totaling $151 billion of client assets. Our advisors each have extensive experience in the financial industry and have worked with some of the largest plans in the nation.
Contact
Nichole R. Labott, MBA, CPFA, AIF, Managing Director
804.840.6455 |Toll Free 800.814.8742
Email
Sun Management
Managed IT Services
Sun Management leverages decades of technology expertise to deliver solutions that exceed industry standards. And your expectations.
Contact:
Linus Roman
804-690-7399
Email
TCV Trust & Wealth Management
Asset Management, Trust Administration
TCV provides the highest quality asset management, trust administration, and estate services to individuals and families through objective advice, competitive results and personal service. For more than 30 years, our trustee professionals have brought experience, objectivity and continuity to managing our clients’ trusts. Together with our in-house experienced investment team, we work closely with clients to build, protect and manage their wealth. We are an independent fiduciary and employee-owned company focused on preserving capital, managing its growth and efficiently transferring wealth from one generation to another.
Contact
Doug Nunn, Managing Director and Co-CEO
(804) 272-9044
Email
Website
Truist – Foundations and Endowments Specialty Practice
Asset Management
Truist Foundations and Endowments Specialty Practice is one of the most experienced institutional asset managers specializing in not-for-profit organizations. We offer comprehensive Outsourced Chief Investment Officer (OCIO) services and solutions.
Contact
David Nicosia, SVP Business Development Officer
610-203-2542
Email
USI Insurance Services
Employee Benefits
USI is one of the largest insurance brokerage and consulting firms in the world, delivering property and casualty, employee benefits, personal risk and retirement solutions to the middle market. Headquartered in New York, USI has over 6,000 industry leading professionals across more than 150 offices to serve clients’ local, national and international needs. USI has become a premier insurance brokerage and consulting firm by leveraging the USI One Advantage, an interactive platform that integrates proprietary and innovative client solutions , networked local resources and expertise, and enterprise-wide collaboration to deliver customized results with positive, bottom line impact.
Contact
Kerry Smith
(804) 729-9830
E-mail
Williams Mullen
Legal Services
Williams Mullen is a regional, full-service law firm with over 250 attorneys in offices across Virginia, North Carolina and South Carolina. Our Education Industry Group provides experienced, cutting-edge legal advice for clients at all levels of education. Faced with numerous challenges, institutions of higher education are evolving and embracing innovative ways to attract and serve students, drive economic development and compete in an increasingly technological marketplace. With these changes come new, unique legal and regulatory challenges. Our goal is not to be just reactive to our education clients — we strive to be partners who look for proactive ways to add to your institution’s success. We provide a wide-range of services to our clients in higher education, from student conduct policies and processes, to streamlining academic programs, to endowment management, and everything in between. We are proud that we have helped over 30 institutions realize their goals and fulfill their educational missions.
Contact
Hal Johnson, Chair, Education Industry Group
(804) 420-6447
Email
Wordsprint
Digital Media, Printing
In the dynamic world of marketing, Wordsprint stands as a beacon of creativity, strategy, and unwavering commitment to our clients’ success. Founded in 1985, we bring over three decades of expertise to the forefront, making us a trusted partner in navigating the ever-evolving landscape of marketing. With locations in Wytheville and Blacksburg, Virginia, our print marketing production services are a testament to our ability to turn concepts into tangible, visually stunning materials. From direct mail to bulk mail services, we ensure your message reaches your audience with precision and impact. It doesn’t stop there. Wordsprint strives to stay ahead in the digital age with our cutting-edge digital technologies. We seamlessly integrate digital strategies to enhance direct mail response rates, offering a true omnichannel approach to marketing. This forward-thinking approach ensures your brand remains relevant and resonant in a fast-paced digital landscape.
Contact:
Bill Gilmer, Owner and President
276-228-6608
bgilmer@wordsprint.net
Email
Workday
HR, Finance and Student Solutions
Workday is committed to supporting institutions of all sizes in digital transformation, with HR, Finance, and Student solutions Workday modernizes experiences, provides deeper insights, and streamlines operations to scale for the future, while keeping students at the center.
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Learn more about Workday’s solutions for Higher Education or hear from our customers about why Workday is a trusted cloud partner Education Customer Stories page.
Contact
Lee Ann McQueary, Account Executive Higher Education
401.252.1203
Email