Educa Partners

Educa Partners is a global education strategy consulting firm that collaborates with private investors and public sector entities to develop and implement sustainable, high-quality academic projects. The firm offers a comprehensive suite of services, including strategy and academic implementation, operations and organizational performance, entrepreneurship and growth strategy, acquisitions and institutional alliances, and investment & value creation. They aim to deliver value through customized strategies for students and investors, championing diversity, inclusion, and ethical excellence in education.

The firm was co-founded by Conrado Briceño, who serves as its Managing Partner. Educa Partners began its operations around 2019, which is when Briceño took on his current role. Conrado Briceño brings over 28 years of international experience in the education sector, having held leadership positions at institutions like Group IMF, Genesiscare, Universidad Europea, and Laureate Education. His extensive background includes spearheading new university campuses, overseeing multi-million dollar acquisitions, and driving digital transformation initiatives.

Educa Partners advises leading players such as TPG on educational asset acquisitions and guides universities in international expansion initiatives. Their project portfolio includes M&A mandates for entities like Kensington British School, buy-side advisory for educational group acquisitions, and greenfield projects such as Universidad Felipe II. The firm emphasizes a data-driven approach to navigate the dynamic education market, providing insights into emerging trends and EdTech developments to ensure investments yield both financial returns and meaningful contributions to education worldwide.

The team at Educa Partners comprises a network of experts with significant regional reach. Key team members include Juan Morote Sarrión (Spain & Latam), Antonio Diaz Morales (Spain & Latam), Germán Ramírez Garcia (US, Latam & Europe), Mario Rivera Orams (Peru), Hans Peter Knudsen (Mexico, Colombia & Ecuador), and Gonzalo Mora González (Latam). This diverse expertise allows the firm to efficiently manage international initiatives and address complex project challenges.