Ownership & Funding
Transparency about ownership and funding is essential for maintaining trust with our readers. This page provides complete information about Higher Ed Morning's ownership structure, funding sources, and financial relationships.
Legal Entity
Higher Ed Morning is operated by Higher Ed Morning LLC, a limited liability company incorporated in the District of Columbia in 2010.
Registration Information
- Legal Name: Higher Ed Morning LLC
- State of Incorporation: District of Columbia
- Year Founded: 2010
- Business Address: 123 Education Way, Suite 456, Washington, DC 20001
- Tax ID: 12-3456789
Primary Owners
Dr. Sarah Mitchell - 60%
Founder and Editor-in-Chief. Dr. Mitchell established Higher Ed Morning in 2010 and maintains majority ownership. She has no other significant business interests that could create conflicts of interest with our editorial mission.
Education Media Partners - 25%
A minority investment firm focused on education media companies. Education Media Partners is a passive investor and has no involvement in editorial decisions or day-to-day operations.
Employee Stock Ownership Plan - 15%
Shares held in trust for current and former employees through our employee stock ownership plan, established in 2018.
Board of Directors
- Dr. Sarah Mitchell (Chair) - Founder and Editor-in-Chief
- Dr. Maria Gonzalez - Former University President, Independent Director
- James Wilson - Former Deputy Secretary of Education, Independent Director
- Lisa Chen - Representative from Education Media Partners
Higher Ed Morning generates revenue through multiple streams to ensure financial independence and editorial integrity:
Digital Advertising (45%)
Display advertising, sponsored content, and newsletter sponsorships from education-related companies. All sponsored content is clearly labeled and does not influence editorial decisions.
Premium Subscriptions (30%)
Subscription revenue from our premium newsletter and exclusive content for higher education professionals.
Events & Conferences (15%)
Revenue from hosting and sponsoring higher education conferences, webinars, and professional development events.
Consulting Services (10%)
Limited consulting services for higher education institutions on communications and media strategy. These relationships are disclosed when relevant to our coverage.
Editorial Firewall
Our editorial team operates independently from our business operations. Advertisers and sponsors have no influence over editorial content, story selection, or coverage decisions.
Conflict of Interest Policy
- Editorial staff disclose any financial relationships with covered institutions
- Staff members recuse themselves from coverage when conflicts exist
- Board members with potential conflicts abstain from relevant editorial discussions
- All significant business relationships are disclosed to readers when relevant
Editorial Control
Dr. Sarah Mitchell, as Editor-in-Chief and majority owner, maintains final editorial control over all content. No external party has the authority to influence editorial decisions or suppress coverage.
Major Advertisers
The following organizations represent more than 5% of our annual advertising revenue:
- EduTech Solutions Inc. - Educational software and services
- Campus Safety Systems - Security and emergency notification systems
- Academic Publishers Alliance - Textbook and digital content publishers
- Higher Ed Recruitment Network - Student recruitment services
Grants and Donations
Higher Ed Morning does not accept grants or donations from government agencies, political organizations, or advocacy groups to maintain editorial independence.
Financial Audits
Our financial statements are audited annually by Peterson & Associates CPA, an independent accounting firm. Audited financial statements are available upon request.
If you have questions about our ownership structure, funding sources, or potential conflicts of interest, please contact us:
Email: [email protected]
Phone: (202) 555-0123
Mail:
Higher Ed Morning
Attn: Transparency Officer
123 Education Way, Suite 456
Washington, DC 20001
Last updated: January 2024
This ownership disclosure is updated annually or when significant changes occur.