Eric Kuennen is a seasoned learning leader with more than twenty-five years of experience in business development, corporate development, strategy, account management, customer success, sales, and sales leadership. He is passionate about lifelong learning and the impact it can have on individuals' lives. Eric has been fortunate to work with leading companies across various sectors, including K-12, higher education, professional learning, and corporate training.

Currently serving as the Executive Director of Work Readiness & ROEI Solutions at Kaplan University Partners, Eric helps universities adapt and grow. He is an education industry veteran who has stayed on the cutting edge of new business models and growth markets for over two decades. He is a student of the industry, constantly immersing himself in understanding the key dynamics of the market and the needs of his customers. Eric firmly believes that a strong work ethic fueled by curiosity, all while maintaining a growth mindset, is necessary for success.

Eric has studied at St. Ambrose University and Wahlert High School. He has held various leadership positions in multiple organizations, including Head of Global Sales, Metis by Kaplan; Vice President, Business Development at Area9 Lyceum; Vice President, Sales & Customer Success at VitalSource; Vice President, Sales, and Associate Vice President, Business Development Manager at Pearson; Director, Institutional Solutions at Cengage, and Territory Manager at Follett.