Business Development Resources
1 HubSpot CRM Customer Relationship Management Helps track leads, manage pipelines, and automate outreach
2 Salesforce CRM & Analytics Enterprise CRM & Analytics Enterprise-level CRM with deep analytics and integrations for scaling
3 LinkedIn Sales Navigator Networking & Lead Generation Advanced search and insights to connect with decision-makers
4 DealRoom Deal Management Platform Streamlines M&A, partnerships, and corporate development processes
5 Slack / Microsoft Teams Collaboration Tools Enhances communication and project management across teams
6 Zoom / Google Meet Conferencing Tools Essential for virtual meetings, pitches, and client engagement
7 Crunchbase Market Intelligence Provides company data, funding rounds, and industry insights
8 U.S. Chamber of Commerce Free Guides & Tools Offers templates, strategy guides, and support for entrepreneurs
9 Virginia Business One Stop State Resource Hub Helps entrepreneurs plan, register, and expand businesses in Virginia
10 Forbes Business Development Council Expert Articles Curated advice from industry leaders on trends and strategies
Educations Resources for
Data & Strategy Planning
1 EDUCAUSE Core Data Service Benchmarking & Analytics Comparative data on IT, finance, and staffing for higher education
2 Association for Institutional Research (AIR) Professional Network Training, standards, and resources for institutional research
3 NACUBO Finance & Planning Focuses on financial analytics and strategic resource allocation
4 Harvard CEPR – Strategic Data Use Research & Framework Guides analytics use to improve student success
5 StrategicLeaders Consulting Advisory Services Shows how data analysis informs strategic planning
6 Tableau for Education Data Visualization Tool Interactive dashboards for outcomes and operations
7 Power BI (Microsoft) Analytics Platform Integrates institutional data for decision-making
8 SPSS / SAS Statistical Analysis Software Used for research and predictive modeling
9 IPEDS Federal Data Resource National datasets for benchmarking and compliance
10 ERIC – Student Success Analytics Report Research Report Cross-functional strategies for student success
11 Adapt IT Education Blog Insights & Case Studies Practical analytics applications in education
12 Campus Labs (Anthology) Analytics Platform Tools for assessment, accreditation, and engagement
13 Hanover Research Custom Research Services Tailored strategic planning and market analysis
14 Google Cloud for Education Analytics Cloud Platform Scales big data analysis for forecasting
15 EDUCAUSE Library – Strategic Planning Collection Knowledge Hub Articles, interviews, and case studies on higher ed planning
Community Development & Strategic Planning Tools
1 Community Needs Assessment Identify strengths, gaps, and priorities Surveys, focus groups, asset mapping
2 SWOT Analysis Evaluate strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, threats Strategic planning sessions
3 Logic Models Visualize program design and outcomes Program design and evaluation
4 Stakeholder Engagement Frameworks Build collaboration and buy-in Town halls, advisory boards, workshops
5 Visioning & Goal-Setting Exercises Define shared future direction Community charrettes, retreats
6 Action Planning Templates Turn goals into steps Assign roles, timelines, resources
7 Community Capitals Framework Assess social, financial, and natural assets Rural and urban benchmarking
8 Scenario Planning Prepare for multiple futures Anticipate community change
9 Evaluation & Sustainability Plans Track progress and longevity Metrics dashboards, improvement cycles
10 Project Planning Toolkits Guide nonprofit initiatives Proposal, budget, and monitoring