Our work is large-scale, interconnected, driven by data and grounded in learner and parent perspectives. By working in every part of the education system, we provide a broad point of view and deep knowledge that allows for bigger impact.
For over 12 years, HCM has worked across several states to transform the higher education financing model.
Since HCM’s founding, our K-12 team has focused on parent engagement across several states as a way to improve student outcomes and create more equitable opportunities.
HCM Strategists created the Courage and Hidden Common Ground Collaborative to help state-based organizations find common ground and amplify public support for equity-centered policies in support of higher education initiatives
Project: Lumina Foundation / Strategy Labs
Length: 2010 - present
Focus Area: Design, Implement and Assess Evidence-based Policy Agendas
Category: Postsecondary
Since 2010, Lumina Foundation has drawn upon the state policy team at HCM Strategists to manage Strategy Labs initiatives and offer non-partisan content expertise and facilitation aligned with Lumina’s state policy agenda to increase attainment and close equity gaps.
Project: HCM Outcomes-Based Funding Framework
Length: Ongoing
Focus Area: Strategic Advice + Counsel, Market and Policy Research + Analysis, Designing, Evaluating and Implementing Policy Agendas
Category: Postsecondary
A thought leader with deep experience in tracking, analyzing and working with states to improve state postsecondary policy, HCM Strategists has developed an unparalleled understanding of the state postsecondary policy and funding landscape.
