Unicon, Inc. has announced significant changes to its leadership
team. Kate Valenti has been
appointed as the new CEO, succeeding John
C. Blakley, who will now serve as Chairman of the Board.
GILBERT,
Ariz., June 26, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ --
Unicon, Inc., a leading learner-centric technology consulting firm,
today announced a number of significant changes to the Unicon
leadership team, reflecting the company's commitment to innovation,
strategic growth, and unwavering dedication to the educational
technology market.
Building upon the strong foundation
established by our founders, our vision is to be the technology
enablement partner of choice for innovative institutions, EdTechs,
and funding organizations.
Kate Valenti culminates her 20+
year career at Unicon as CEO, bringing her operational skills,
strategic vision, and consistent focus on excellence to better
support Unicon's clients, improve learner experiences, and foster
employee success. Kate will carry these long-standing values
forward as her predecessor, John C.
Blakley, assumes his role as Chairman of the Board.
"I'm grateful to have the opportunity to lead the Unicon team as
CEO. Building upon the strong foundation established by our
founders, our vision is to be the technology enablement partner of
choice for innovative institutions, EdTechs, and funding
organizations," said Kate Valenti,
CEO, Unicon. "My job is to inspire our talented team to push the
boundaries of what's possible, developing transformative digital
learning solutions that improve learner experiences and
outcomes."
Under Kate's leadership, Unicon has made several strategic
changes to its leadership team and Board of Directors. Kate has
built a strong internal and external set of advisors with diverse
backgrounds to guide Unicon's future in the educational technology
market.
Recent updates to Unicon's Executive team include Daniel McCallum's expanded role as Chief
Services Officer and the addition of Flora
Ketley, Vice President of Financial Operations.
EJ Blanchfield, Managing Director and Head of Human Capital at
GQG Partners, has joined the Board of Directors, bringing her
invaluable operational and people perspectives to support Unicon's
growth and strategic initiatives. Ms. Blanchfield joins the
existing board members: Nana Kyei,
Managing Director at Jefferies, Robert
Bowen, retired CEO Scientific Learning, Dr. William Lewis, retired CIO ASU, and Unicon
founders John Blakley and
Chris Franz.
For more information about Unicon's leadership team, please
visit our company page.
About Unicon
Unicon is a leading technology consulting firm focused solely on
the education ecosystem. We partner with institutions and companies
to create learner-centric digital experiences to transform online
teaching and learning. We believe in the power of technology to
expand access to education, and in the power of education to create
a better future for all.
Unicon is a Contributing Member of 1EdTech, a Commercial
Affiliate of the Apereo Foundation, a Trust and Identity Solution
Provider in the Internet2® Industry Program, an Industry Member of
Internet2®, an InCommon Participant, an InCommon Catalyst, an
Instructure Certified Partner, and a community member of the Ed-Fi
Alliance. Unicon is also an AWS Partner Network (APN) Advanced
Consulting Partner, has achieved the AWS Education Competency, and
is a member of the AWS Public Sector Partner Program. Follow Unicon
on LinkedIn, X, and Facebook.
Media Contact
Kenna Ose, Unicon, Inc., (480)
558-2400, kose@unicon.net, https://www.unicon.net/
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