Resources and insights to support professionals working across the education sector
Meeting the Moment for Modern Learners
At HCM Strategists, we believe that when you serve modern learners well, you transform the entire postsecondary system. Today’s so-called “nontraditional” students are, in reality, the new normal, reflecting the need for a broader shift toward flexibility, practical applied learning, and non-linear educational pathways that help today’s students thrive.
Bridging Education and Opportunity: Exploring the ROI of Higher Education and Workforce Development
HCM’s latest Insights blog, authored by our 2025 Policy Fellow, Paula Nazario.
The Latest Developments in State Investments in Short-term Credentials: A 2024 Update
HCM’s State Policy & Research Director, Stephanie Murphy, delves into the latest update to HCM Strategists’ 2023 typology and policy landscape analysis of recent state investments in short-term credential initiatives across the United States. States continue to embrace skills-based education as a key component of workforce development, with growing bipartisan support. As of November 2024, states have invested more than $5.6 billion in short-term credential pathways.
Building a Future of Opportunity: The Transformation Imperative in Postsecondary Education
As we close out 2024, our Partner Martha Snyder and Director Jessica Collis argue that it’s time for a transformation of our higher education system that leans into value, affordability, supports, and accountability to restore the public trust. Read their latest Insight blog for more.
Staff Spotlight: Five Questions with Tom Allison. Get to know our Director of State Policy and Finance.
Insights Blog: Five Questions with HCM’s Director of State Policy & Finance
Staff Spotlight: Five Questions with Jessica Collis. Get to know our Director of Advocacy and Change Management
Insights Blog: Five Questions with HCM’s Director of Advocacy and Change Management
Staff Spotlight: Five Questions with Martha Snyder. Get to know our Partner.
Insights Blog: Five Questions with HCM’s Partner
Staff Spotlight: Five Questions with Brenae Smith. Get to know our Associate Director
Insights Blog: Five Questions with HCM’s Associate Director
Staff Spotlight: Five Questions with Kristin Hultquist. Get to know our CEO & Founding Partner
Insights Blog: Five Questions with HCM’s CEO & Founding Partner
Staff Spotlight: Five Questions with Katie Lynne Morton. Get to know our Director of Project Management and Client Relations
Insights Blog: Five Questions with HCM’s Director of Project Management and Client Relations
Staff Spotlight: Five Questions with Ashsali Hamlet. Get to know our Project Administrator
Insights Blog: Five Questions with HCM’s Project Administrator
Staff Spotlight: Five Questions with Darryl Hill, Ed.D. Get to know our Partner
Insights Blog: Five Questions with HCM’s Partner
Staff Spotlight: Five Questions with Mitza Luna. Get to know our Firm Administrator and Executive Assistant to the Partners
Insights Blog: Five Questions with HCM’s Firm Administrator and Executive Assistant to the Partners
Staff Spotlight: Five Questions with Julie Ajinkya, Ph.D. Get to know our Senior Advisor.
Insights Blog: Five Questions with HCM’s Senior Advisor
Staff Spotlight: Five Questions with Stephanie Murphy, Ph.D. Get to know our Director of State Policy and Research
Insights Blog: Five Questions with HCM’s Director of State Policy and Research
Staff Spotlight: Five Questions with Nicole Brown. Get to know our Director of Communications
Insights Blog: Five Questions with HCM’s Director of Communications
Staff Spotlight: Five Questions with Will Carroll. Get to know our Managing Director of Strategic Finance and Student Success
Insights Blog: Five Questions with HCM’s Managing Director of Strategic Finance and Student Success
Evolving Our Understanding of Equitable Postsecondary Finance
Insights Blog: Evolving Our Understanding of Equitable Postsecondary Finance
Short-term Credentials Continue to Grab Attention of State Lawmakers
In her latest blog, our director of state policy and research examines the latest state legislation for funding of short-term credential pathways.