About
Leadership
Our dedicated team of professionals is passionate about supporting colleges and universities in their pursuit of innovation, integrity, and development of students that exceeds what may be deemed “acceptable” by some.
We invite you to learn more about our team – professionals from diverse backgrounds who are committed to fostering trust, transparency, and growth in higher education.
Rob Manzer
President/CEO
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Over a 30-year career in higher education, Robert Manzer has served in faculty and senior administrative roles at an historic accreditor and four independent colleges: University of Dallas, Nebraska Wesleyan University, Ohio Northern University and St. Edward’s University. He also co-founded Acadeum, a platform that supports new pathways and collaboration…
Cecilia J. Livengood
Executive Vice President
Chief Accreditation Officer
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Ms. Livengood has more than two decades of experience in higher education accreditation and compliance, having served in various roles from consultant to senior management. Most recently she served as the Chief Compliance and Accreditation Officer for a programmatic accrediting agency. She holds a Master’s in Jurisprudence with a concentration…
Daniel Sessions
Vice President
Accreditation
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With over two decades in higher education, Mr. Sessions has served as a Lead policy analyst for the Bureau of Indian Education and vice president of policy and administration for American InterContinental University. He holds a bachelor’s degree in workforce education and development from Southern Illinois University and a master’s…