We’re on a Mission

Edvance creates and inspires access to life-changing education and career pathways for members and their families.

Our Model: We are a specialized member-benefit company focused exclusively on higher education providing expertise and resources to develop program, promotional and operational alignment to ensure seamless partner and student experience.

Our Pillars to Successful Partnerships

Partner & Advocate for Organizations, Schools and Students

Our Values

Edvance Four Pillars

Mission-Aligned

We provide expertise and resources that augment partner capabilities to achieve their organizational objectives and fulfill their mission.

Student-Centric

We work with select academic institutions to deliver programs that meet the academic, financial and lifestyle needs of members and their families.

Data-Driven

We collect and analyze data across the entire student journey to continually enhance the member experience and organizational outcomes.

Tech-Enabled

We leverage technology and dedicated teams to simplify the enrollment experience and support members through every step of the process.

Supported and Advised by Industry Leaders

Backed By

Avathon Capital

Avathon Capital is all-in on fostering innovation and impact across the education and workforce management markets.

We work to create meaningful connections and new possibilities – not just for our partners and their companies, but for all of their constituents. We use our networks to connect our partners to market experts and influencers who can support them with ideas and expertise. Our portfolio companies also support each other, giving our executives a peer network where they can collaborate and share insights.

Advised by

Seth Harris, Former United States Secretary of Labor

Seth Harris is currently advising Edvance in its effort to support and partner with labor unions across the country.

  • Former US Deputy Secretary of Labor and Acting US Secretary of Labor and a member of President Obama’s Cabinet
  • Former Deputy Assistant to the President on Labor & Economy for President Biden
  • Advisor/advocate for labor unions and their members
  • View his Power at Work blog and LinkedIn to learn more