UNITE Partners with Augusta University to Scale Corporate Engagement and Economic Impact
- Christy Bertolo
- 14 hours ago
- 2 min read
AUGUSTA, GA — UNITE, a leading consultancy specializing in institutional growth through strategic industry alignment, is proud to announce a new partnership with Augusta University. This collaboration aims to design, build, and operationalize a comprehensive corporate engagement framework to better serve the university’s mission and its regional economic partners.
Through this initiative, UNITE will work to streamline how Augusta University interacts with the private sector, creating intentional access for industry partners to drive student success, research, philanthropy, and innovation.
The partnership focuses on moving beyond transactional interactions toward a holistic approach. UNITE will provide the strategic roadmap and operational support necessary to ensure that corporate partnerships are sustainable, scalable, and mutually beneficial.
UNITE will work in close coordination with Tina Baggott, Vice President of Corporate and Community Engagement, to integrate these efforts across the university’s various colleges and research centers.
"Augusta University is a powerhouse of innovation and talent. Our goal is to ensure the infrastructure exists to bridge the gap between academic excellence and industry needs. We are thrilled to work alongside Tina Baggott and her team to operationalize a strategy that will drive long-term economic development for the region." - Christy Bertolo, Co-Founder of UNITE
"As we continue to expand our footprint in Georgia and beyond, having a robust framework for corporate engagement is essential. Partnering with UNITE allows us to accelerate our efforts, providing our industry partners with a seamless experience while maximizing the impact of our strategic initiatives. We are excited to see this vision come to life." - Tina Baggott, Vice President of Corporate and Community Engagement, Augusta University
About UNITE
UNITE is a premier corporate engagement consultancy that helps higher education institutions and organizations build high-impact partnerships. By creating customized frameworks and operationalizing engagement strategies, UNITE transforms how institutions and industry work together.
Website: www.UNITECorporateEngagement.com
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About Augusta University
Augusta University is Georgia’s designated center of health sciences excellence and a thriving comprehensive research university. With a focus on innovation and student success, AU is a vital driver of the state’s workforce and economic future.