Blake Hart is an accomplished professional in university partnerships and customer success with extensive experience in the education sector. Currently serving as the Associate Director of University Partnerships at Verto Education since September 2024, Blake previously held the position of Head of Education & Workforce Development Customer Success at Interplay Learning from December 2021 to September 2024, along with the role of Account Director in the same domain. Prior to that, Blake dedicated over a decade at SIT Study Abroad in various leadership roles, including Associate Director of University Relations and Senior University Relations Manager. Earlier career roles include positions at the University of Texas at Arlington and the University of South Carolina, focused on study abroad programs, and starting with a role as an Assistant Hall Director at Seattle University. Blake Hart holds a Master’s Degree in Student Development Administration from Seattle University, a Study Abroad certification from Curtin University, and a Bachelor’s Degree in English Literature with a minor in Chemistry from Southern Methodist University.