Akiba Covitz
About Akiba Covitz
Akiba Covitz serves as the Chief Business Development Officer at Sense Education, bringing a wealth of experience from both academia and the corporate sector to his role. He has held various influential positions in higher education and business development, including leadership roles at Inside Higher Ed, Yeshiva University, and Harvard Law School.
Work at Sense Education
Akiba Covitz serves as the Chief Business Development Officer at Sense Education, a position he has held since 2018. In this role, he focuses on fostering strategic relationships and driving business development initiatives within the education technology sector. His extensive background in academia and corporate sectors supports his efforts to bridge the gap between educational institutions and business development.
Current Role at Inside Higher Ed
Since 2015, Akiba Covitz has been a Co Editor for the 'Higher Ed Gamma' blog at Inside Higher Ed. Based in Washington, District of Columbia, he contributes insights and analysis on trends in higher education. His editorial role allows him to engage with a wide audience interested in educational policy and innovation.
Education and Expertise
Akiba Covitz has a strong academic background, having studied at prestigious institutions. He earned a Doctorate in Philosophy from the University of Pennsylvania, where he focused on Political Science and Government. He also holds a Master's degree from Yale Law School. His educational qualifications complement his expertise in strategic relationships and business development in the education technology sector.
Professional Background
Akiba Covitz has held various significant positions in both academia and the corporate sector. He worked at Yeshiva University as Executive Director from 2014 to 2016 and served as Associate Dean for Academic Affairs at Arizona Summit Law School from 2005 to 2006. His experience includes roles at Harvard Law School, where he was a Lecturer and later Associate Dean for Faculty Development. He has also contributed to organizations like EdX and Yellowdig.
Consultancy at Inter-American Development Bank
Since 2017, Akiba Covitz has been a Senior Consultant at the Inter-American Development Bank in Washington, D.C. In this capacity, he utilizes his expertise to provide strategic insights and guidance on educational initiatives, further enhancing his impact on the integration of online education within traditional frameworks.