Thank you to our Sustaining Partners for their generous support!

Through annual sponsorships, Partners assist the Association’s work connecting independent schools in Connecticut. Read more about sponsorship and  exhibitor opportunities here or contact Christina Dixcy at [email protected] or visit.

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DovetailED Talent Sourcing

SEARCH AND RECRUITMENT
Annual Conference Gold Sponsor, Cocktails & Trivia Sponsor

Hiring Summit Sponsor
Contact: Lynda Hamilton-Kirk, [email protected]
At DovetailED, we craft a perfect fit between the multi-faceted hiring needs of independent schools and the limitless talents of prospective teachers, administrators, and school leaders.   Our Promise | We join schools and candidatesAt DovetailED, we craft a perfect fit between the multi-faceted hiring needs of independent schools and the limitless talents of prospective teachers, administrators, and school leaders.Our Partnership | We are committed to your missionTrusted by independent schools nationwide, we excel in handling critical searches, even under challenging circumstances and tight deadlines. Our dedicated team provides unparalleled customer service to our school partners, ensuring that every new hire receives the attention they deserve.Our Expertise | We find unicornsNo matter the complexity of the position, hiring timeline, or geographic challenges, we are experts at finding unicorn candidates and our search practice includes classroom teachers, administrators, senior leadership, and heads of school. We have especially deep experience searching for admission and marcom professionals, finance and business office leaders, signature program leaders and head coaches, wellness and learning specialists, and skilled advancement and fundraising personnel.

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/dovetailed-talent-sourcing/

CLA
CLA (CliftonLarsonAllen LLP)
ACCOUNTING, AUDIT, TAX, WEALTH ADVISORY, DIGITAL, CONSULTING, OUTSOURCING
Annual Conference Gold Sponsor, Cocktails & Trivia Sponsor

Contact: 
John Toscano, [email protected], 860-231-6612
URL: https://www.claconnect.com/en

CLA exists to create opportunities for our clients, our people, and our communities through industry-focused wealth advisory, digital, audit, tax, consulting, and outsourcing services. With nearly 9,000 people, more than 130 U.S. locations, and a global vision, we promise to know you and help you. For more information, visit CLAconnect.com. CLA (CliftonLarsonAllen LLP) is an independent network member of CLA Global. See CLAglobal.com/disclaimer. Investment advisory services are offered through CliftonLarsonAllen Wealth Advisors, LLC, an SEC-registered investment advisor.

CBIZ
CBIZ

ACCOUNTING, ADVISORY, TAX, TECHNOLOGY, INSURANCE, BENEFITS
Annual Conference Silver Sponsor

Contact: Michelle Sylvia Spriggs, [email protected], 617-721-5601
URL: https://www.cbiz.com/

CBIZ is a leading national provider of professional services, specializing in accounting, tax, advisory, and consulting solutions. With offices across the country, CBIZ serves organizations of all sizes, delivering expertise, personalized attention, and innovative strategies to help clients achieve their goals. Renowned for its industry knowledge and client-focused approach, CBIZ is committed to delivering exceptional value and supporting clients’ long-term success.


LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/cbiz/

Direct Clean
Direct Clean Service Solutions
JANITORIAL SERVICES
Annual Conference Silver Sponsor


Direct Clean Service Solutions provides an innovative and disciplined service delivery system for educational cleaning and facility management solutions. We prioritize high performance team cleaning and we place value on providing an exceptional service culture everyday. This will show up in your facilities as we don't just preach it, we live it.
Fred C Church Assured Partners
Fred C. Church|Assured Partners
INSURANCE
Annual Conference Silver Sponsor
Fred C. Church|Assured Partners is an insurance broker that is one the nation's leading providers of innovative risk management and insurance solutions for educational institutions. Their Education Team works with over 250 independent schools as well as many experiential education providers, charter schools, colleges and universities. Here in Connecticut, Fred C. Church has been the sole broker and risk management adviser since 2006 for the Nutmeg Group, the highly successful risk management consortium currently serving 57 Connecticut independent schools. The Fred C. Church team has been a long-time and loyal supporter of CAIS


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A.W.G. Dewar

TUITION INSURANCE
Annual Conference Bronze Sponsor

Contact:  Andrew Martinson, [email protected], 617-774-1555

URL: https://www.tuitionrefundplan.com/

DEWAR is the originator of tuition reimbursement insurance. Serving more than 1,200 leading independent schools across North America, The Tuition Refund Plan offers substantial protection for both schools and their families from the financial consequence of student withdrawals and dismissals. 
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EarlyBird Power
ENERGY EFFICIENCY & SOLAR, ENERGY CONSULTING & PROCUREMENT
Annual Conference Bronze Sponsor

Contact: Sean Kenney, [email protected], 617-548-3205
URL: https://earlybirdpower.com/

Independent schools engage EarlyBird Power to save money on their energy costs. CAIS selected EarlyBird Power to manage the CAIS Energy Coop, an energy buying group that leverages the volume of 46 participating schools. By aggregating the total load of the group, each school is able to secure the lowest available rates for their electricity and natural gas supply. CAIS member schools also seek EarlyBird's expertise in leveraging rebates for energy efficiency upgrades, sourcing green power, and exploring solar installations on their campuses. Contact EarlyBird Power if you would like a no-cost utility bill audit or to learn more about the CAIS Energy Coop for your school.


LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/early-bird-power/
X: http://www.twitter.com/EarlyBirdPower
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/earlybirdpower/

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Forvis Mazars
CPA, CONSULTING - STRATEGIC PLANNING, CONSULTING
Annual Conference Bronze Sponsor

Contact: Joseph Blatt, [email protected], 646-253-5253
URL: https://www.forvismazars.us/

The Private Schools Team at Forvis Mazars is driven by our commitment to forward vision. As a top 10 public accounting firm and a thought leader in the industry, we provide innovative services and valuable insights to help our clients thrive and attain their goals. We are committed to providing an Unmatched Client Experience¬Æ that supports your school with its many fiscal needs. Forvis Mazars provides a variety of services to its school clientele, including audit and tax services, as well as advisory services and thought leadership focused on specific issues for the private school sector. 
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StoryScape 

MARKET RESEARCH, MESSAGING, BRANDING, POSITIONING, WORD-OF-MOUTH TRAINING
Advancement Series Sponsor

Contact: Barbara Egan, began@story-scape, 802-222-0196
URL: https://story-scape.com/

StoryScape helps independent schools clearly articulate what you do well in a way that resonates with the people you want to speak with most. Our team brings together nine years of collaborative experience and a proven track record, having partnered with over 50 schools while drawing on decades of individual expertise across consumer, non-profit, and education marketing. Our focus spans all types and sizes of schools, including private, independent, coeducational, single-gender, faith-based, bilingual, military, PK-12, and more—whether day or boarding, lower, middle, or upper school. We specialize in unifying and strengthening schools of all configurations. Comprehensive Market Research - Strategic Brand, Positioning, and Messaging Development - Storytelling Workshops - Word of mouth is the #1 way families hear about and learn more about schools. - Current Parent Surveys - Operations Assessment - Creative Platform Development. 


LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/story-scape/


CCS Fundraising
Annual Conference Heads' Dinner Sponsor
Patriquin Architects
Annual Conference WiFi Sponsor


 

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