Private Colleges Episodes
April 13, 2025
Will Consumer-Focused Colleges Win the Future? - with Dr. Frank Shushok, President, Roanoke College
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In this episode, President Series #360, (Powered By Ellucian), & brought to YOU by HigherEd PodCon
YOUR guest is Dr. Frank Shushok, President, Roanoke College
YOUR host is Dr. Joe Sallustio
How are colleges adapting to serve as anchor institutions in their communities?
Why is viewing students as consumers critical for institutional success?
How can smaller colleges differentiate themselves in today's market?
What role ...
In this episode, President Series #360, (Powered By Ellucian), & brought to YOU by HigherEd PodCon
YOUR guest is Dr. Frank Shushok, President, Roanoke College
YOUR host is Dr. Joe Sallustio
How are colleges adapting to serve as anchor institutions in their communities?
Why is viewing students as consumers critical for institutional success?
How can smaller colleges differentiate themselves in today's market?
What role ...
March 11, 2025
Why Timeless & Timely Skills Are The Future of Liberal Arts Education - with Dr. Susan Rundell Singer, President, St. Olaf College
It's YOUR time to #EdUp
In this episode, President Series #353, (Powered By Ellucian), & brought to YOU by Ellucian LIVE 2025 & HigherEd PodCon
YOUR guest is Dr. Susan Rundell Singer, President, St. Olaf College
YOUR cohost is Dylan Fogarty, VP of Partner Success, Rize EducationYOUR host is Dr. Joe Sallustio
How does St. Olaf deliver holistic education?
What distinguishes vocational education in the Lutheran tradition?
How are timeless & timely ...
In this episode, President Series #353, (Powered By Ellucian), & brought to YOU by Ellucian LIVE 2025 & HigherEd PodCon
YOUR guest is Dr. Susan Rundell Singer, President, St. Olaf College
YOUR cohost is Dylan Fogarty, VP of Partner Success, Rize EducationYOUR host is Dr. Joe Sallustio
How does St. Olaf deliver holistic education?
What distinguishes vocational education in the Lutheran tradition?
How are timeless & timely ...
March 10, 2025
What This First-Gen President is Doing to Make College Accessible - with Steve K. Stoute, President, Canisius University
It's YOUR time to #EdUp
In this episode, President Series #352, (Powered By Ellucian), & brought to YOU by Ellucian LIVE 2025 & HigherEd PodCon
YOUR guest is Steve K. Stoute, President, Canisius University
YOUR host is Dr. Joe Sallustio
What role does community engagement play in urban higher education?
How can universities eliminate barriers to student success?
Why is innovation critical in today's higher education landscape?
How can instituti...
In this episode, President Series #352, (Powered By Ellucian), & brought to YOU by Ellucian LIVE 2025 & HigherEd PodCon
YOUR guest is Steve K. Stoute, President, Canisius University
YOUR host is Dr. Joe Sallustio
What role does community engagement play in urban higher education?
How can universities eliminate barriers to student success?
Why is innovation critical in today's higher education landscape?
How can instituti...
March 5, 2025
Why This College President Chose Tech Partnership Over Private Equity - with Michael Zimmerman, President, Campus
It's YOUR time to #EdUp
In this episode, President Series #350, (Powered By Ellucian), & brought to YOU by Ellucian LIVE 2025 & HigherEd PodCon
YOUR guest is Michael Zimmerman, President, Campus
YOUR host is Dr. Laurie Shanderson, Host, EdUp Accreditation Insights
How does a family legacy evolve into a national online innovator?
Why is faculty quality crucial for student success?
How are institutions integrating traditional & digital education?
...
In this episode, President Series #350, (Powered By Ellucian), & brought to YOU by Ellucian LIVE 2025 & HigherEd PodCon
YOUR guest is Michael Zimmerman, President, Campus
YOUR host is Dr. Laurie Shanderson, Host, EdUp Accreditation Insights
How does a family legacy evolve into a national online innovator?
Why is faculty quality crucial for student success?
How are institutions integrating traditional & digital education?
...
March 3, 2025
Why Polymath University's 3-Major Model Will Transform Higher Education - with Dan Futrell, Founder, Polymath University
It's YOUR time to #EdUp
In this episode, President Series #349, (Powered By Ellucian),
YOUR guest is Dan Futrell, Founder, Polymath University
YOUR host is Dr. Laurie Shanderson, Host, EdUp Accreditation Insights
This episode highlights the innovative approach to higher education at Polymath University, a new nonprofit institution designed to be interdisciplinary, apprenticeship-based, & debt-free.
Founder Dan Futrell shares his vision for a university that addresses both ac...
In this episode, President Series #349, (Powered By Ellucian),
YOUR guest is Dan Futrell, Founder, Polymath University
YOUR host is Dr. Laurie Shanderson, Host, EdUp Accreditation Insights
This episode highlights the innovative approach to higher education at Polymath University, a new nonprofit institution designed to be interdisciplinary, apprenticeship-based, & debt-free.
Founder Dan Futrell shares his vision for a university that addresses both ac...
Feb. 20, 2025
How Mission & Purpose Drive Educational Excellence - with Dr. Brian Johnson, President, Warner Pacific University
It's YOUR time to #EdUp
In this episode, President Series #348, (Powered By Ellucian),
YOUR guest is Dr. Brian Johnson, President, Warner Pacific University
YOUR cohost is Mark Wheeler, VP of Partnership Development, EducationDynamics
YOUR host is Dr. Joe Sallustio
This episode highlights Warner Pacific University's unique position as a Christian university serving a diverse student population of around 650 students, with federal designations as both a Hispanic Serving Institut...
In this episode, President Series #348, (Powered By Ellucian),
YOUR guest is Dr. Brian Johnson, President, Warner Pacific University
YOUR cohost is Mark Wheeler, VP of Partnership Development, EducationDynamics
YOUR host is Dr. Joe Sallustio
This episode highlights Warner Pacific University's unique position as a Christian university serving a diverse student population of around 650 students, with federal designations as both a Hispanic Serving Institut...
Feb. 5, 2025
Why Innovation Loops Are Key to Higher Ed's Future - with Frank Neville, President, Millsaps College
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In this episode, President Series (Powered By Ellucian) #339, & brought to YOU by the InsightsEDU 2025 conference
YOUR guest is Frank Neville, President, Millsaps College
YOUR cohost is Charlie Anastasi, VP, Revenue & Academic Partnerships, Rize Education
YOUR host is Dr. Joe Sallustio
This episode highlights the innovative approaches to higher education at Millsaps College, a private liberal arts institution in Jackson, Mississippi.
President...
In this episode, President Series (Powered By Ellucian) #339, & brought to YOU by the InsightsEDU 2025 conference
YOUR guest is Frank Neville, President, Millsaps College
YOUR cohost is Charlie Anastasi, VP, Revenue & Academic Partnerships, Rize Education
YOUR host is Dr. Joe Sallustio
This episode highlights the innovative approaches to higher education at Millsaps College, a private liberal arts institution in Jackson, Mississippi.
President...
Jan. 28, 2025
How Washburn University's Community-First Strategy is Redefining Regional Higher Ed - with Dr. JuliAnn Mazachek, President, Washburn University
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In this episode, President Series (Powered By Ellucian) #335, & brought to YOU by the InsightsEDU 2025 conference
YOUR guest is Dr. JuliAnn Mazachek, President, Washburn University
YOUR host is Dr. Joe Sallustio
In a landscape where many institutions struggle with enrollment & financial sustainability, Washburn University stands out under Dr. Juliann Mazachek's leadership, achieving remarkable growth & raising $42 million in fundraising...
In this episode, President Series (Powered By Ellucian) #335, & brought to YOU by the InsightsEDU 2025 conference
YOUR guest is Dr. JuliAnn Mazachek, President, Washburn University
YOUR host is Dr. Joe Sallustio
In a landscape where many institutions struggle with enrollment & financial sustainability, Washburn University stands out under Dr. Juliann Mazachek's leadership, achieving remarkable growth & raising $42 million in fundraising...
Jan. 22, 2025
Why This HBCU's AI Strategy Could Transform Higher Education Forever - with Dr. Melva K. Wallace, President & CEO, Huston-Tillotson University
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In this episode, President Series (Powered By Ellucian) #334, & brought to YOU by the InsightsEDU 2025 conference
YOUR guest is Dr. Melva K. Wallace, President & CEO, Huston-Tillotson University
YOUR cohost is Laura Ipsen, President & CEO, Ellucian
YOUR host is Dr. Joe Sallustio
How is Huston-Tillotson University embracing technology & AI in Austin's tech ecosystem?
What makes HTU unique as the ol...
In this episode, President Series (Powered By Ellucian) #334, & brought to YOU by the InsightsEDU 2025 conference
YOUR guest is Dr. Melva K. Wallace, President & CEO, Huston-Tillotson University
YOUR cohost is Laura Ipsen, President & CEO, Ellucian
YOUR host is Dr. Joe Sallustio
How is Huston-Tillotson University embracing technology & AI in Austin's tech ecosystem?
What makes HTU unique as the ol...
Jan. 16, 2025
Why 'Relentless Welcome' Could Be Higher Ed's Next Big Thing - with Dr. Julia Christensen Hughes, President & Vice Chancellor, Yorkville University
It's YOUR time to #EdUp
In this episode, President Series (Powered By Ellucian) #334, & brought to YOU by the InsightsEDU 2025 conference
YOUR guest is Dr. Julia Christensen Hughes, President & Vice Chancellor, Yorkville University
YOUR cohost is Tracy Kreikemeier, Chief Relationship Officer, EducationDynamics
YOUR host is Dr. Joe Sallustio
How does Yorkville University's unique position as a private Canadian university shape ...
In this episode, President Series (Powered By Ellucian) #334, & brought to YOU by the InsightsEDU 2025 conference
YOUR guest is Dr. Julia Christensen Hughes, President & Vice Chancellor, Yorkville University
YOUR cohost is Tracy Kreikemeier, Chief Relationship Officer, EducationDynamics
YOUR host is Dr. Joe Sallustio
How does Yorkville University's unique position as a private Canadian university shape ...
Jan. 15, 2025
How a Corporate Attorney Became a University President & Is Transforming Higher Ed - with Lisa Lori, President, Marywood University
It's YOUR time to #EdUp
In this episode, President Series (Powered By Ellucian) #333, & brought to YOU by the InsightsEDU 2025 conference
YOUR guest is Lisa Lori, President, Marywood University
YOUR cohost is Casey Liddle, VP of Account Management, EducationDynamics
YOUR host is Dr. Joe Sallustio
How does Marywood's unique "Bigger, Bolder & Better" vision shape its future?
What drove the transition from corporate law to...
In this episode, President Series (Powered By Ellucian) #333, & brought to YOU by the InsightsEDU 2025 conference
YOUR guest is Lisa Lori, President, Marywood University
YOUR cohost is Casey Liddle, VP of Account Management, EducationDynamics
YOUR host is Dr. Joe Sallustio
How does Marywood's unique "Bigger, Bolder & Better" vision shape its future?
What drove the transition from corporate law to...
Jan. 10, 2025
What Hollywood Isn't Telling YOU About Film School - with Michael Young, President, & Sonny Calderon, VP of Academic Affairs, New York Film Academy
It's YOUR time to #EdUp
In this episode, #1,011, President Series (Powered By Ellucian) #331, & brought to YOU by the InsightsEDU 2025 conference
YOUR guests are Michael Young, President, & Sonny Calderon, VP of Academic Affairs, New York Film Academy
YOUR host is Dr. Joe Sallustio
How did NYFA evolve from a hands-on conservatory to offering comprehensive degree programs?
What makes NYFA's faculty "unicorns" in comb...
In this episode, #1,011, President Series (Powered By Ellucian) #331, & brought to YOU by the InsightsEDU 2025 conference
YOUR guests are Michael Young, President, & Sonny Calderon, VP of Academic Affairs, New York Film Academy
YOUR host is Dr. Joe Sallustio
How did NYFA evolve from a hands-on conservatory to offering comprehensive degree programs?
What makes NYFA's faculty "unicorns" in comb...
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Dec. 16, 2024
Episode 1,000: Elvin Freytes & Dr. Joe Sallustio
It's YOUR time to #EdUp
In this episode, #1,000, brought to YOU by the InsightsEDU 2025 conference
YOUR guests are Elvin Freytes & Dr. Joe Sallustio
How did EdUp grow from humble beginnings to 400,000+ organic downloads?
What makes EdUp the most prolific higher ed podcast network?
How has EdUp chronicled transformative moments in higher education?
Why is building community crucial for podcast success?
What's next for The EdUp Experience brand?
How ...
In this episode, #1,000, brought to YOU by the InsightsEDU 2025 conference
YOUR guests are Elvin Freytes & Dr. Joe Sallustio
How did EdUp grow from humble beginnings to 400,000+ organic downloads?
What makes EdUp the most prolific higher ed podcast network?
How has EdUp chronicled transformative moments in higher education?
Why is building community crucial for podcast success?
What's next for The EdUp Experience brand?
How ...
11
Dec. 4, 2024
995: The Power of Personal Touch - with Dr. Sharvin Maisuria, Dean of Academic Affairs, Generations College
It's YOUR time to #EdUp
In this episode, #995, & brought to YOU by the
MSCHE 2024 conference, & the InsightsEDU 2025 conference
YOUR guest is Dr. Sharvin Maisuria, Dean of Academic Affairs, Generations College
YOUR host is Dr. Joe Sallustio
How does Generations College maintain its commitment to individualized student support with a growing online presence?
What strategies does Generations College use to support students returning for second & third ...
In this episode, #995, & brought to YOU by the
MSCHE 2024 conference, & the InsightsEDU 2025 conference
YOUR guest is Dr. Sharvin Maisuria, Dean of Academic Affairs, Generations College
YOUR host is Dr. Joe Sallustio
How does Generations College maintain its commitment to individualized student support with a growing online presence?
What strategies does Generations College use to support students returning for second & third ...
9
Dec. 2, 2024
993: 30 Years of Innovation & Growth - with Dr. Mary B. Hawkins, President, Bellevue University
It's YOUR time to #EdUp
In this episode, #993, President Series (Powered By Ellucian) #321, & brought to YOU by the MSCHE 2024 conference, & the InsightsEDU 2025 conference
YOUR guest is Dr. Mary B. Hawkins, President, Bellevue University
YOUR cohost is Kevin Harrington, Co-Founder & CEO, Rize Education
YOUR host is Dr. Joe Sallustio
How has Bellevue maintained its innovative culture for three decades?
What's their approach to supporti...
In this episode, #993, President Series (Powered By Ellucian) #321, & brought to YOU by the MSCHE 2024 conference, & the InsightsEDU 2025 conference
YOUR guest is Dr. Mary B. Hawkins, President, Bellevue University
YOUR cohost is Kevin Harrington, Co-Founder & CEO, Rize Education
YOUR host is Dr. Joe Sallustio
How has Bellevue maintained its innovative culture for three decades?
What's their approach to supporti...
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Nov. 25, 2024
991: Breaking the Tuition Code - with Ross Allen, President, Bethel University
It's YOUR time to #EdUp
In this episode, #991, President Series (Powered By Ellucian) #319, & brought to YOU by the MSCHE 2024 conference, & the InsightsEDU 2025 conference
YOUR guest is Ross Allen, President, Bethel University
YOUR cohost is Charlie Anastasi, VP, Revenue & Academic Partnerships, Rize Education
YOUR host is Dr. Joe Sallustio
How is Bethel's tuition transparency initiative transforming access?
Why did they restructure...
In this episode, #991, President Series (Powered By Ellucian) #319, & brought to YOU by the MSCHE 2024 conference, & the InsightsEDU 2025 conference
YOUR guest is Ross Allen, President, Bethel University
YOUR cohost is Charlie Anastasi, VP, Revenue & Academic Partnerships, Rize Education
YOUR host is Dr. Joe Sallustio
How is Bethel's tuition transparency initiative transforming access?
Why did they restructure...
2
Nov. 18, 2024
986: Beyond Traditional Models - with Steve Beard, President & CEO, Adtalem Global Education
It's YOUR time to #EdUp
In this episode, #986, brought to YOU by the MSCHE 2024 conference, & the InsightsEDU 2025 conference
YOUR guest is Steve Beard, President & CEO, Adtalem Global Education
YOUR host is Dr. Joe Sallustio
How is Adtalem addressing critical healthcare workforce shortages?
Why are they the largest provider of healthcare education in the US?
How are they breaking down barriers for underrepresented students?
What's driving their recent 30% stock price grow...
In this episode, #986, brought to YOU by the MSCHE 2024 conference, & the InsightsEDU 2025 conference
YOUR guest is Steve Beard, President & CEO, Adtalem Global Education
YOUR host is Dr. Joe Sallustio
How is Adtalem addressing critical healthcare workforce shortages?
Why are they the largest provider of healthcare education in the US?
How are they breaking down barriers for underrepresented students?
What's driving their recent 30% stock price grow...
14
Nov. 13, 2024
984: Simple by Design - with Stratsi Kulinski, President, NewU University
It's YOUR time to #EdUp
In this episode, #984, President Series (Powered By Ellucian) #316, & brought to YOU by the MSCHE 2024 conference, & the InsightsEDU 2025 conference
YOUR guest is Stratsi Kulinski, President, NewU University
YOUR cohost is Dr. Greg Pillar, Associate Provost for Academic Affairs, Queens University of Charlotte
YOUR host is Dr. Joe Sallustio
How is New U delivering a 120-credit bachelor's degree in 3 years without summer terms?
What inno...
In this episode, #984, President Series (Powered By Ellucian) #316, & brought to YOU by the MSCHE 2024 conference, & the InsightsEDU 2025 conference
YOUR guest is Stratsi Kulinski, President, NewU University
YOUR cohost is Dr. Greg Pillar, Associate Provost for Academic Affairs, Queens University of Charlotte
YOUR host is Dr. Joe Sallustio
How is New U delivering a 120-credit bachelor's degree in 3 years without summer terms?
What inno...
12
Nov. 11, 2024
982: The Future of Work-Based Learning - with Scott Pulsipher, President, Western Governors University
It's YOUR time to #EdUp
In this episode, #982, President Series (Powered By Ellucian) #314, & brought to YOU by the MSCHE 2024 conference, & the InsightsEDU 2025 conference
YOUR guest is Scott Pulsipher, President, Western Governors University
YOUR cohost is Kevin Harrington, Co-Founder & CEO, Rize Education
YOUR host is Dr. Joe Sallustio
How is WGU serving 180k concurrent learners through competency-based education?
What insights can traditional institutions learn...
In this episode, #982, President Series (Powered By Ellucian) #314, & brought to YOU by the MSCHE 2024 conference, & the InsightsEDU 2025 conference
YOUR guest is Scott Pulsipher, President, Western Governors University
YOUR cohost is Kevin Harrington, Co-Founder & CEO, Rize Education
YOUR host is Dr. Joe Sallustio
How is WGU serving 180k concurrent learners through competency-based education?
What insights can traditional institutions learn...
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Nov. 5, 2024
979: Disrupting Medical Education - with Dr. David Lenihan, Founder & CEO, Tiber Health, & Past President of Ponce Health Sciences University
It's YOUR time to #EdUp
In this episode, #979, President Series (Powered By Ellucian) #314, & brought to YOU by the MSCHE 2024 conference, & the InsightsEDU 2025 conference
YOUR guest is Dr. David Lenihan, Founder & CEO, Tiber Health, & Past President of Ponce Health Sciences University
YOUR host is Dr. Joe Sallustio
How is Tiber Health revolutionizing medical school admissions through data analytics?
Why does the average parental income of $42K vs $280K matter in me...
In this episode, #979, President Series (Powered By Ellucian) #314, & brought to YOU by the MSCHE 2024 conference, & the InsightsEDU 2025 conference
YOUR guest is Dr. David Lenihan, Founder & CEO, Tiber Health, & Past President of Ponce Health Sciences University
YOUR host is Dr. Joe Sallustio
How is Tiber Health revolutionizing medical school admissions through data analytics?
Why does the average parental income of $42K vs $280K matter in me...
13
Oct. 17, 2024
968: Bridging Academia & Industry - with Dr. Susana Rivera-Mills, President, Aurora University
It's YOUR time to #EdUp
In this episode, #968, President Series (Powered By Ellucian) #309, & brought to YOU by the MSCHE 2024 conference, & the InsightsEDU 2025 conference
YOUR guest is Dr. Susana Rivera-Mills, President, Aurora University
YOUR cohost is Charlie Anastasi, VP, Revenue & Academic Partnerships, Rize Education
YOUR host is Dr. Joe Sallustio
How is Aurora University adapting its mission to serve a diverse student population?
What strategies is Aurora ...
In this episode, #968, President Series (Powered By Ellucian) #309, & brought to YOU by the MSCHE 2024 conference, & the InsightsEDU 2025 conference
YOUR guest is Dr. Susana Rivera-Mills, President, Aurora University
YOUR cohost is Charlie Anastasi, VP, Revenue & Academic Partnerships, Rize Education
YOUR host is Dr. Joe Sallustio
How is Aurora University adapting its mission to serve a diverse student population?
What strategies is Aurora ...
Guest: Susana Rivera-MIlls, PhD
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Oct. 16, 2024
967: Bucking the Trends - with Dr. Frank Sanchez, President, Manhattanville University
It's YOUR time to #EdUp
In this episode, #967, President Series (Powered By Ellucian) #308, & brought to YOU by the MSCHE 2024 conference, & the InsightsEDU 2025 conference
YOUR guest is Dr. Frank Sanchez, President, Manhattanville University
YOUR host is Dr. Joe Sallustio
How is Manhattanville bucking national enrollment trends with 9% growth in new students?
What strategies is Manhattanville using to demonstrate ROI & value to prospective students
How is the university innov...
In this episode, #967, President Series (Powered By Ellucian) #308, & brought to YOU by the MSCHE 2024 conference, & the InsightsEDU 2025 conference
YOUR guest is Dr. Frank Sanchez, President, Manhattanville University
YOUR host is Dr. Joe Sallustio
How is Manhattanville bucking national enrollment trends with 9% growth in new students?
What strategies is Manhattanville using to demonstrate ROI & value to prospective students
How is the university innov...
10
Oct. 14, 2024
965: Problem-Solving Pedagogy - with Carl Gombrich, Dean, The London Interdisciplinary School
It’s YOUR time to #EdUp
In this episode, #965, brought to YOU by Uwill
YOUR guest is Carl Gombrich, Dean, The London Interdisciplinary School
YOUR host is Dr. Joe Sallustio
How is LIS innovating higher education in the UK with its unique interdisciplinary approach?
What challenges & opportunities come with starting a new university from scratch?
How does LIS balance teaching real-world problem-solving with traditional academic methods?
What role do industry partnerships play in L...
In this episode, #965, brought to YOU by Uwill
YOUR guest is Carl Gombrich, Dean, The London Interdisciplinary School
YOUR host is Dr. Joe Sallustio
How is LIS innovating higher education in the UK with its unique interdisciplinary approach?
What challenges & opportunities come with starting a new university from scratch?
How does LIS balance teaching real-world problem-solving with traditional academic methods?
What role do industry partnerships play in L...
9
Oct. 10, 2024
964: Balancing Profit & Purpose - with Jerome Grant, CEO, Universal Technical Institute, Inc
It's YOUR time to #EdUp
In this episode, #964, President Series (Powered By Ellucian) #307, & brought to YOU by the InsightsEDU 2025 conference
YOUR guest is Jerome Grant, CEO, Universal Technical Institute, Inc
YOUR cohost is Douglas A.J. Carlson, Head of Partnerships - Americas, LeadSquared
YOUR host is Dr. Joe Sallustio
How is UTI adapting its business model to serve modern learners with flexible education options?
What strategies is UTI using to partner with...
In this episode, #964, President Series (Powered By Ellucian) #307, & brought to YOU by the InsightsEDU 2025 conference
YOUR guest is Jerome Grant, CEO, Universal Technical Institute, Inc
YOUR cohost is Douglas A.J. Carlson, Head of Partnerships - Americas, LeadSquared
YOUR host is Dr. Joe Sallustio
How is UTI adapting its business model to serve modern learners with flexible education options?
What strategies is UTI using to partner with...