Summary
NU Advisory Partners has placed Kees Bol as Chief Executive Officer of 2U, a global leader in education technology. Bol succeeds Matt Norden, who has served as interim CEO since October 2024. Bol brings over a decade of education industry experience, most recently as CEO of Boundless Learning, where he successfully led the company’s carveout and return to growth and profitability.
Bol’s deep industry knowledge and proven track record in leading education service organizations position him well to guide 2U’s continued evolution and innovation. His leadership will be instrumental in advancing 2U’s mission to provide broad access to life-changing higher education opportunities.
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“2U has an incredible opportunity to advance world-class education at a global scale,” said Kees Bol, CEO of 2U. “For more than 15 years, 2U has worked hand in hand with leading universities and institutions to break down barriers to life-changing higher education. I’m inspired by the 2U team, the depth of its institutional partnerships, and, above all, our shared commitment to delivering broad access to education that drives real career outcomes.”
Link to the Full Article
Read the full article, published on February 12, 2025, on Hunt Scanlon Media.
Our Take
We’re proud to have facilitated Bol’s placement as CEO at 2U. His transformational leadership and deep understanding of the education sector will play a vital role in expanding access to high-quality learning experiences. At NU Advisory Partners, we combine deep industry expertise with cutting-edge AI and tech-enabled tools to connect organizations with leaders poised to drive growth and impact.
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