Leadership Transition Upcoming change in AJCU leadership with Michele C. Murray slated to become president on June 2, 2026, following the departure of Michael Garanzini in August 2026. This creates an opportunity to introduce strategic partnerships, executive briefings, and tailored collaboration proposals aligned with the new leadership’s priorities.

Digital Enablement AJCU maintains a modern tech stack including Webpack, Microsoft 365, PWAs, and digital search enhancements. Sales opportunities exist to offer integrated productivity tools, collaboration platforms, and website optimization services that align with their ongoing digital presence and member interactions.

Educational Networks As a national association representing Jesuit higher education with 11-50 employees and revenue in the mid millions, AJCU is a potential buyer for association management solutions, member engagement platforms, and event management software to support cross-institution collaboration and program delivery.

Funding & Grants With revenue in the $1M–$10M range and a mission-driven focus, AJCU may seek partnerships around grant administration, philanthropy services, and stewardship platforms to streamline fundraising, grant tracking, and donor communications for member institutions.

Strategic Collaborations Recent and historical alliances, including partnerships with universities and participation in policy initiatives (e.g., Pell grant advocacy), indicate openness to strategic initiatives and programmatic collaborations. This presents a door for impact-focused programs, policy briefs, and joint research ventures appealing to AJCU’s network.