Clover Learning (acquired by Ascend Learning)

Chief Operating Officer

Hannah Grey VC

Venture Partner

PATHWAYos by Vector Solutions

Chief Executive Officer (acquired by Vector Solutions), Board of Directors

Edvance - Member Benefit Management in Higher Ed

Chief Operating Officer + Chief Of Staff

PresenceLearning

Chief Operating Officer (acquired by TPG & Spectrum)

Wiley

Vice President, Operations & Strategic Partnerships (acquired Ranku: Co-founder & COO)

U.S. Chamber of Commerce (Institute for a Competitive Workforce)

Senior Director of Education Policy

Minnesota Chamber of Commerce

➥ Recognized as "Business Leader in Public Policy" by Capitol Report/Politics in Minnesota

Education & Healthcare Lobbyist

CEO at Transeo 🔹 On a mission to close the skills gap by unlocking work-based learning opportunities for all 🔹 Innovative & Entrepreneurial COO (2x Exited) 🔹 Bridging Education to Workforce

Cecilia Retelle Zywicki is an experienced executive with a proven track record of driving transformative growth in the EdTech and HealthTech sectors. Expertise in defining and implementing strategies accelerating revenue and profit within highly competitive markets. Proven leader with a history of delivering exceptional outcomes, including multiple successful exits.

Cecilia is the COO of Clover Learning, overseeing all aspects of operations, including partnerships, customer success, customer support, finance, legal, and operational efficiency. She is adept at building high-performing teams, fostering collaborative environments, and maximizing operational efficiency to achieve ambitious growth objectives.

Cecilia has extensive experience leading technology-driven companies, focusing on developing and delivering innovative solutions in the healthcare and education sectors. She has demonstrated her ability to navigate complex business development transactions, including strategic acquisitions.

Passionate about upskilling the workforce and connecting education with real-world opportunities. Proven ability to scale enrollment and develop and implement online learning platforms. As a leader, she fosters a collaborative and supportive environment where team members are empowered to contribute their unique talents and achieve their full potential.

JD from the University of Denver and a BS and M.Ed. in Education from the University of Minnesota.

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Mainstay

Vice President of Conversation Strategy

Vice President of Product Strategy

The University of West Alabama

Adjunct Faculty

Wiley Education Services

VP of Retention and Student Support Services

University of Phoenix

Director of Enrollment

HACC

Adjunct Faculty-Psychology

Community Services Group

Outpatient Mental Health Therapist

As a Driven Learning Executive and Educator with over 20 years of experience, I have extensive demonstrated expertise in leading Student Success initiatives for higher education institutions. During my career, I have consistently exceeded enrollment goals, maintained strong graduation rates, and retained key delivery staff.  I designed a research-based model of academic advising for online students, the Online Learner Advising Model (OLAM). I created a strength-based and shame resilience model of advising, the COMPASS Engagement Model.  Finally, I designed an engagement model for texting communication plans known as SPARK.  

Leadership Style
As a leader, I take a strength-based approach to developing people.  Helping others identify what is working and maximizing their skills allows them to thrive.  I also focus on developing a culture without shame through an emphasis on empathy, vulnerability, and authenticity.  

Accomplishments
	Designed a research-based academic advising model:  The Online Learner Advising Model (OLAM)
	Implemented a Centralized Advising Method resulting in increased term-to-term retention of +11%
	Co-Presented at SXSW EDU 2022:  Academic Ghost Hunting: Stop Student Ghosting
	Delivered year over year high persistence and graduation rates (16% and 29% higher than comparable 
             institutions respectively)
	Designed tuition planning services which increased application to start conversions by 37%
	Translated best practices in student advising into an employee retention program:  Colleague Success

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