Beryl McEwen

Functions as a College/University

Partnership For Education Advancement is a nonprofit organization that supports mission-driven colleges and universities, particularly historically black colleges and universities (HBCUs), to advance socioeconomic mobility for low-income, first-generation, and under-resourced students. The private company is based in New York. The organization provides operational and technology solutions aimed at improving enrollment, student success, fundraising, and institutional effectiveness. It engages in multi-year partnerships with individual HBCUs, offering services such as customized CRM systems, digital engagement platforms, AI-driven student support tools, and shared services to reduce costs. The American company also collaborates with the U.S. Department of Education on initiatives like the Better FAFSA program to help institutions manage financial aid packaging efficiently. The company was founded by James W. Runcie. James W. Runcie has been the CEO since incorporation.