Trusted Partners Navigating the Future of Education.

Unlocking Educational & Organizational Excellence

Operator-led K–12 advisory for education companies and school districts.

Education Companies Discuss your district growth strategy District access, procurement and funding, new-market strategy. School Districts Talk with a former superintendent Board and cabinet alignment, academic improvement, leadership capacity.

Senior advisors and account managers. Former superintendents, a chief academic officer, an instructional leader and an EdTech growth executive, backed by account managers who keep every engagement on track.

Meet the full team

Trusted by leading educational organizations nationwide.

Our advisors have partnered with and represented some of the nation’s most influential education organizations, from early learning to higher education and EdTech innovation.

Our impact

50+ combined years of leadership experience

Partnerships with 100+ districts and education companies nationwide

Proven academic gains in multiple large districts

AES Advisory Group (AES) is powered by the unparalleled expertise of former Commissioners of Education, White House appointees, top-tier School Superintendents, former CEOs, and Fortune 500 advisors.

We deliver strategic solutions across executive coaching, leadership development, business development, and governmental affairs consulting. AES offers a unique blend of proven educational, public, and private sector experience to rapidly build organizational capacity and accelerate growth for school districts and educational firms across the country.

We are dedicated to driving academic excellence from PreK through Higher Education, helping students consistently discover endless possibilities. Our comprehensive services enable school districts and educational organizations to successfully navigate the complex landscape of educational reform and achieve measurable improvements in student outcomes.

Schedule a Consultation Explore Our Services

The right counsel. For the work ahead.

AES Advisory Group offers a comprehensive suite of services designed to drive academic and organizational transformation across the PreK-Higher Education landscape. We go beyond traditional consulting, focusing on:

Core Services for Accelerated Goals

Understand the market.
Reach the right people.

Navigate district buying decisions, funding streams, and new markets with people who have been on the other side of the table.

Explore this service Discuss your district growth strategy

Align the leadership.
Move the system forward.

Work through academic, governance, and operational challenges with former superintendents and education leaders.

Explore this service Talk with a former superintendent

Ways to engage

Advisory retainers
Defined-scope projects
Cohort programs
Workshops & retreats

K–12 Executive Performance Lab

Performance-based preparation for aspiring superintendents, senior district leaders, and executives in educational organizations. Practice the high-stakes decisions executives face, drawn from recent, real-world events, with feedback and coaching from leading experts in the field. Leave with a stronger network, a sharper leadership profile, and a clear path to your next role.

February 2027Tampa, Florida and Various Locations

Express interest Explore the experience

Five competencies

Political acumen and board governance
Instructional design and system alignment
Labor relations and cabinet leadership
Crisis command and media communication
Fiscal integrity and operational coherence

Our approach emphasizes

AES Advisory Group works across the nation with some of the largest districts and educational firms to drive ambitious goals, accelerating student learning and expanding organizational footprints.

Data-driven decision-making
High-impact instructional strategies
Executive coaching and leader capacity building
Strengthening organizational opportunities

Mission

Excellence for every student.

To empower PreK–Higher Education institutions to achieve excellence for all students through expert guidance, innovative solutions, and unwavering support.

Vision

Learning environments where every student thrives.

To be the leading partner in transforming education by creating equitable, engaging, and high-performing learning environments where every student thrives.

Build the capacity. Advance the work.

For education companies

EduShark Corporate Advisory

“The Catalyst Experience”

We support educational companies with in-depth market analysis, refinement of business models, and expert guidance in navigating the complexities of the education market, including engaging with school districts and securing funding.

Explore EduShark

For education and business leaders

Executive Coaching & Leadership

Providing intensive coaching for CEOs, Chief Revenue Officers, Sales Force Teams, Superintendents, Assistant Superintendents, and their leadership teams. This includes guiding strategic retreats and fostering high-functioning teams. We are also committed to cultivating the next generation of leaders through mentorship programs and professional development, building a strong leadership pipeline.

Explore executive coaching