And if you didn't make it - what did you miss? Nearly 200 decision makers ranging from operators of K12 and Post Secondary institutions, to school services and private equity and other investors, who came to collaborate, debate and engage in strategy sessions with their colleagues and peers.

Simply Put: Even in a downturn economy and with rising risks of defaults to American businesses, there is no more important industry than for-profit education in K-12 and Post Secondary learning for bringing hope and real business stability to the national economy.

Don't just take our word for it - Here's what some of our attendees and speakers had to say:

• “This is an opportunity to get to know and interact with some of the smartest minds doing business in American education. Here is where you get a better sense of the opportunities and challenges that lie ahead.”
  Gene Hickok, Senior Policy Advisor, Dutko Worldwide
• “IIR provides an information-rich venue with ample opportunities for networking with the right people in the industry. These are the people you look forward to meeting in the industry.”
  Dave Mansfield, CFO, Breakthrough Management Group
• “Institute for International Research brings together THE serious business people in the education industry. It’s a “must-attend” for business people looking to grow a serious business.”
  Kevin Custer, Principal, ARC Capital Development
• “Its been an incredibly successful conference this year. People made new friends, tried out new things and found ways to deploy new ideas to drive growth&rquo;
  Mark DeFusco, Managing Director, BerkeryNoyes, LLC

There are more ways to look at how EIIF enforces solid business development and serves as a platform and a business tool for helping to develop the Education Industry

We've set up our blog to carry interviews with several of our speakers. Click here to listen to first hand accounts of what they are doing in the industry.

This rich commentary and instant access to business leaders, investors and thought leaders in K-12 and Post Secondary education happens every year only at the Education Industry Investment Forum.

Thank you again to our attendees who made the 11th Annual EIIF the networking, business strategizing and education industry forum to remember. We look forward to seeing you again next year. Please stay connected by joining our LinkedIn group and our blog.