Growing Alumni Engagement NECO recently hired a Director of Development and Alumni Relations, signaling an emphasis on strengthening alumni networks and fundraising. This presents an opportunity to offer CRM, donor management, events platforms, and targeted communications solutions to optimize alumni engagement and maximize giving.

Clinical Training Expansion The completion of the Clinical Training Center and ongoing network of owned and affiliated clinics indicate demand for scalable IT, telehealth, and clinical education software, as well as equipment and facility management solutions tailored for optometry education and patient care workflows.

Industry Collaboration Active participation in industry events and collaborations, including keynote opportunities and retreat programs, suggests value in partner programs, sponsor networking platforms, continuing education management systems, and data-driven event analytics to attract industry sponsors and participants.

Recognition Programs Annual distinguished alumni programs and student innovation awards highlight opportunities to offer branded marketing, fundraising campaigns, and digital portfolio/showcase platforms, as well as video production and alumni spotlight services that enhance NECO’s visibility.

Tech Stack Modernization Existing tools such as Google Workspace, Cloudflare CDN, and WordPress-based SEO indicate a base for digital transformation. NECO may be open to solutions that enhance website performance, student information systems, e-learning, data analytics, and integrated marketing automation to improve recruitment and student success.