A Community Built for Higher Education Consultants and Coaches

The Association of Higher Education Consulting and Coaching (AHECC) was created with one powerful idea in mind: to build a community where higher education consultants and coaches can thrive together.

Working in this field often means navigating complex institutional challenges, staying ahead of industry trends, and refining your expertise—often without the built-in support of a traditional workplace. That’s where AHECC comes in.

We are a dynamic, engaged, and forward-thinking network of professionals dedicated to elevating the field of higher education consulting and coaching. Whether you're an independent practitioner, part of a consulting firm, or supporting client success behind the scenes, AHECC is here to connect you with peers who understand your work, your challenges, and your ambitions.

Our Mission

We exist to foster a dynamic network of professionals in higher education consulting and coaching.

Our members:

  • Share innovative ideas and expertise to advance the field. 

  • Support business growth by connecting professionals with opportunities. 

  • Strengthen client relationships through shared learning and high standards.

  • Advocate for the value and impact of consulting and coaching in higher education.

Our Values

AHECC is built on a foundation of integrity, collaboration, and excellence.

These aren’t just buzzwords for us. They are the principles that shape AHECC’s initiatives, interactions, activities, and opportunities.

  • Striving for the highest standards in our field, continually refining our skills and practices to deliver exceptional value and results.

  • Elevating expertise through continuous learning and growth.

  • Fostering a professional community that values diversity, practices equity, fosters inclusion, upholds the dignity of all individuals, and promotes a sense of belonging.

  • Setting the standard for ethical leadership that instills trust, fairness, and integrity.

  • Promoting the value and impact of our work in higher education, advocating for the recognition and support of our professional contributions.

  • Helping members grow their influence and success to serve clients and the industry.

  • Recognizing professional growth through wellness, sustainability, fulfillment, and a holistic approach

Explore who we are, what we stand for, and how we’re shaping the future of higher education consulting and coaching.