Maximizing Vendor Relationships

This week's episode sponsored by Geneologie, where you'll get 10% off your first order if you mention The Admissions Directors Lunchcast.⁠https://www.geneologie.com/promo-box/ ⁠Vendors are a critical part of the admissions and enrollment world—but are you getting the most out of them? This week, Nathan and Teege explore the best strategies for building, managing, and maximizing vendor partnerships to improve recruitment, retention, and efficiency.Joining the conversation: Jeff Fuller, College Counseling Director at Strake Jesuit College Preparatory School, shares how vendors shape relationships between high schools and colleges—and where ethical considerations come into play. Tess Ferzoco, Vice President for Enrollment Management at Edgewood College, gives an inside look at how institutions can get real ROI from their vendor contracts and avoid common pitfalls.From data privacy concerns to underutilized tools, this episode is packed with insights on making vendors work for you—not the other way around.