A nationally ranked private university with seven degree-granting schools, SMU is a distinguished center for teaching and research located in the heart of Dallas. SMU’s 11,000 students benefit from small classes, leadership opportunities, international study and innovative programs.

Academic Partnerships is now Risepoint. Please follow us at www.linkedin.com/company/Risepoint. We are an education technology company that provides services to help universities grow and increase access to affordable, life-changing education.

DALLAS CHRISTIAN ACADEMY is an insurance company based out of 4025 N CENTRAL EXPY, Dallas, Texas, United States.

Lakehill is staffed by passionate teachers and staff devoted to modeling for students a life-long love of learning. Our extremely talented faculty look for the individual potential of each child and encourage engagement in a broad range of academic, artistic, athletic, and extracurricular activities. Lakehill is a community where you can be who you are and do what you love. The Lakehill experience fosters connections of all kinds – to classmates and teachers and friends, to new ideas, and to our unique traditions and history. Lakehill is a member of the National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS) and is accredited by the Independent Schools Association of the Southwest (ISAS).

Amberton University is a specialized, private institution that has been educating working adults for over 40 years. Amberton values flexibility in scheduling, affordability, offering degree programs that are relevant in today's workplace, and excellence in the classroom from professors who are experts in their respective fields. We offer a variety of bachelor's and master's programs -- specializing in Business Administration, Counseling, Professional Development, Human Resources & Training, Human Relations & Business, and Applied Studies. Our flexible schedule of evening, weekend and online classes is uniquely designed for the working adult. Amberton University is recognized as one of the most respected, innovative, and affordable universities in the nation.

Academy Dallas Charter School is a primary/secondary education company based out of 1030 Oak Park Dr, Dallas, Texas, United States.

Best Merchant Partners (BMP) is a specialized non-fund sponsor focused on founding, building and managing high-growth, tech-enabled higher education businesses that have a lasting social impact. BMP is focused on expanding access to top quality and affordable higher education and creating value for the shareholders and the communities it serves. Since 1995, BMP has been exclusively founding, operating and managing education initiatives across North America, Latin America, Africa, Europe and the Middle East. BMP manages investor relations for its portfolio holdings and actively oversees and assures financial and operational performance of the constituent businesses. BMP is a lead sponsor and parent entity of a global portfolio of higher education companies focused exclusively on expanding access to post-secondary education through technology. It founds, capitalizes, acquires, manages and operates its holdings through local, company-specific management teams and provides them strategic direction and other relevant executive support. Companies founded by BMP share a common mission of expanding access to top quality affordable post-secondary education and they work with nearly 100 academic institutions around the world.

Notre Dame School educates students with intellectual disabilities and facilitates their integration into society. Notre Dame school was founded in 1963 by the School Sisters of Notre Dame. It serves 150 students with intellectual disabilities ages 6-23. The school is located in the Uptown area of Dallas and serves students from throughout the metroplex.

The World Affairs Council of Dallas/Fort Worth is an ambitious community of learners, leaders, and thinkers. Together, we engage with authoritative voices to understand global issues that touch local lives and create connections around the world. The Council presents over 100 programs annually, primarily focusing on the international aspects of business, politics, culture and foreign policy. The Council has been educating metroplex citizens on global affairs since 1951. Today, it serves as a gateway to the world for the region, offering an impressive range of programs and events for the public and its more than 4,000 members. The Council takes education directly into North Texas schools through its International Education Initiative. Additionally, it coordinates visits to North Texas of delegations and leaders from around the world through the International Visitor Program and the City of Dallas Office of Protocol. For more information, please visit www.dfwworld.org

Mission Statement Cityscape Schools exists to work in an educational partnership with families. We desire to provide a distinctive environment of educational opportunity for all children and young people in our community. Cityscape students will have the opportunity to become well prepared, life-long learners possessing the character, knowledge, and wisdom necessary to succeed, lead, and contribute to their community and to society. Vision Statement Our vision is to work in partnership with families to prepare
children and young people to fulfill productive leadership roles in society.

Strivven Media was founded in 2012 to democratize career exploration through our engaging suite of products that get customers excited about planning their future careers. VirtualJobShadow.com provides a vast suite of integrated resources; "Day in the Life" Job Shadowing Videos, Life Skills Videos featuring professionals talking about workplace issues, a FlexLessons custom lesson builder, multiple interest assessments, resume & cover letter builders, goal-setting tools, and much more. The LifePath Career Exploration Course is a more formal extension of VirtualJobShadow.com and includes 17 learning modules that focus on relevant career topics, including soft skills development and job preparation. LifePath is delivered on Canvas and can be utilized in a student-directed, independent learning environment or a teacher-led classroom setting. VJSJunior.com is our K-5 career exploration solution designed to light the spark of curiosity in our youngest generation of future workers. VJSJunior.com is a cross-curricular platform that immerses students in engaging, interactive lessons about the 17 Career Clusters. Our very own Career Crew: Zuri, Face Dragon, Volt, and Beep 9 lead exciting adventures around the globe on their quest to learn about different careers. VJSJunior.com emphasizes literacy and introduced academic vocabulary to young students in an organic way.

For more than 45 years, Leadership Women Inc. has helped women and their organizations grow by offering opportunities to learn more, lead well, and leave a positive legacy. Women are advancing younger and remaining active as leaders longer than ever before. The intentional leader—and her organization—must look for opportunities to grow her capabilities, her network, and her commitment to the broader world. We are proud to offer a wide variety of programs for women leaders from all walks of life. Leadership Women America - Explores some of the most powerful forces and trends shaping US and global business and social environments in the 21st century; offers interactive learning opportunities, one-of-a-kind experiences, and high-level introductions to outstanding communities and individuals across the U.S. Leadership Women Texas - Provides educational and development opportunities to Texas women who seek to advance as leaders and expand their knowledge of the diverse dynamics, issues, challenges, and opportunities that impact their work, personal lives, and communities. Leadership Women Pipeline - Identify professional and personal strengths and their impact on future development; Ideal for the aspiring woman focusing on the building years of her leadership journey. Leadership Women International - Explore a variety of issues specific to the country of study such as: unique business, governmental and cultural landscapes, healthcare, economic growth, environmental sustainability, social advancements, educational systems, and more. Leadership Encore - The Encore program alternates every other year with our Leadership International program and offers a similar experience at LI, but typically shorter in length with travel based in North America.