Huron has announced it has acquired Advancement Resources, a leader in research-based, philanthropy-focused professional education services. Huron also announced it signed an agreement to join forces with Halpin Partnership, a U.K.-based management consultancy specializing in higher education fundraising, governance and strategy. By combining Advancement Resources’ distinct learning and training capabilities, Halpin Partnership’s deep U.K. higher education and nonprofit client relationships, and its current global philanthropy offerings, Huron will be able to provide comprehensive fundraising and philanthropy solutions to advance the strategy, operations, professional development, and technology supporting its clients’ missions.

"We are thrilled to welcome Advancement Resources and Halpin Partnership to the Huron team," said Mark Hussey, CEO and President of Huron. "Fundraising and philanthropy play a vital role in helping our clients sustain and invest in their missions. With the addition of Advancement Resources and Halpin Partnership, we can offer our mission-driven clients an even more comprehensive suite of services to help them achieve their philanthropic goals and move their strategies forward."

In March 2024, Huron acquired GG+A to expand its expertise in philanthropic strategy, major gift fundraising and advancement leadership. Bringing in Advancement Resources and Halpin Partnership is the latest step in the firm’s strategy to enhance its fundraising and philanthropy capabilities.

The acquisition of Advancement Resources enhances Huron's ability to provide clients with customized learning programs, coaching, and engagement support for academic leaders, faculty, clinicians and staff. Their specialized fundraising training and tools are designed to help higher education institutions, health care organizations, and nonprofits unlock their full philanthropic potential.

“We are thrilled to join the Huron team,” said Ben Golding, CEO of Advancement Resources. “Together, we will raise the level and impact of philanthropy at the world’s leading institutions. Through this combined effort, our client partners will benefit most. The combination of strategic guidance, digital solutions, and bespoke training will enhance almost every aspect of institutional advancement. Huron | GG+A Global Philanthropy leads the field today, and we are honored to support the successful relationships they have built over decades of hard work.”

Additionally, bringing on Halpin Partnership will further strengthen Huron's ability to serve higher education and nonprofit clients across Europe.

“Joining Huron, one of the leading partners to the higher education industry, is an exciting step for Halpin Partnership,” said Susie Hills, joint CEO and co-founder of Halpin Partnership. “This combination will allow us to broaden the range of services we offer to the institutions we work with, helping them navigate the increasingly complex world of higher education. Collectively, we will support our clients in achieving their strategic objectives and long-term success.”

All three organizations share a passion for delivering meaningful impact and complementary core values rooted in the pursuit of excellence in client service.

Approximately 30 Advancement Resources team members have joined Huron, and seven Halpin Partnership team members are expected to join the firm later this month.

For reporting purposes, Advancement Resources and Halpin Partnership will be included in Huron’s Education operating segment. Terms of the acquisition were not disclosed.

SOURCE: HURON

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