We help schools, colleges and nonprofits create the future.
What We Do
We are an industry-leading, global consulting firm that provides a trusted and durable voice to education and nonprofit strategy.
Why We Do It
To empower independent schools, colleges and nonprofits to transform lives, solve critical problems and enhance communities.
How We Do It
To be the best, small strategy consulting firm on the planet through unrivaled expertise and leadership to the private education sector.
Here's How We Help
Strategic Planning
Visioning
Strategic Enrollment Management
Marketing Communications
Customized Research
Creative Communications
IAN SYMMONDS
ISA Founder, Chief Strategist
Ian started ISA in 2003 with a notebook computer, cell phone, and a dream of using his skills to transform the education landscape.
Over 20 years, 1500 clients, and four million air miles traveled later, Ian has seen more schools, colleges, universities and non-profits than any other consultant in America.
Thought Leadership
We’ve been writing, speaking and forecasting trends for 20 years, amassing literally thousands of entries since 2010. Our content is shared only on this site to our ISA subscribers, clients and visitors.