Corporate Testimonials

Amy Surprenant

End User Business Development, Higher Education, HID

For the last 14 years, I've had the unique privilege of experiencing NACCU from both sides of the table. I spent 10 years as an end user in higher education, serving students and campus communities, and for the last 4 years I've been proud to support institutions through my role at HID. Through it all, I've remained a NACCU member.

NACCU has been one of the most influential communities in my professional career. As a campus card administrator, it was where I found answers, ideas, best practices, and a network of peers who understood the challenges I was facing. It was also where I built friendships that have lasted far beyond any conference or project.

Today, those same relationships continue to matter. Having worked on the university side and now partnering with institutions across higher education, I have a deep appreciation for the role NACCU plays in bringing people together. It creates a space where campuses and industry partners can collaborate, learn from one another, and openly share experiences to move our industry forward.

As higher education continues to evolve through digital transformation, mobile credentials, and new student expectations, communities like NACCU are more important than ever. The conversations, partnerships, and knowledge sharing that happen within this community help shape the future of our campuses.

I am incredibly grateful for everything NACCU has given me over the years. The education, the opportunities, the relationships, and most importantly, the people. Thank you, NACCU, for being a constant throughout my journey and for continuing to inspire all of us who are passionate about serving higher education. 💙

Larry Neinaber

Director of Higher Education Business Development, Acre Security

Acre Security is proud sponsor of the NACCU community. As a trusted leader in the higher education security space, we’ve found NACCU to be one of the most valuable forums for connecting with the people we serve. The conversations we have there, with campus card offices, security professionals, and fellow solution providers, directly shape how we think about access control, credentials, and the campus experience.

What sets NACCU apart is the spirit of collaboration. Campuses openly share what’s working and where they’re headed, and industry partners are welcomed as part of the conversation rather than treated as an afterthought. That trust makes it possible to listen, learn, and build solutions that reflect what campuses actually need.

As higher education continues to embrace mobile credentials, integrated platforms, and a more seamless student experience, the education and relationships found through NACCU are more important than ever. The annual conference, webinars, and research keep our team connected to emerging trends and grounded in the real challenges campuses face.

Thank you, NACCU, for creating a community that brings campuses and partners together to move our industry forward. We’re proud to be a member and look forward to what we’ll accomplish together.

Tim Nyblom

Head of Business Development, Future State

Twenty years ago I walked into my first NACCU event not knowing what to expect. Today I can say NACCU has been part of every chapter of my career. It is where I learned this industry, where I found mentors, and where colleagues became lifelong friends.

What I’ve learned along the way is that this work comes down to relationships. Technology changes constantly, but collaboration and trust are what move campuses forward. NACCU is where those relationships start and keep growing. It’s also where the next generation of campus leaders and innovators is being built. I’ve watched people who were new to this field at NACCU go on to lead programs and transform their campuses, and that is one of the things I’m most proud to be part of.

This year marks a new chapter for me as Head of Business Development at FutureState. Coming into a growing company has reminded me how much I still have to learn, and NACCU continues to be the place where I do that learning. We’re building the platform institutions have long been asking for: integrations for a connected campus, control of their data, and the freedom to choose the right partners for their campus. That mission depends on listening to the people doing the work every day, and there’s no better place to listen than NACCU.

To everyone who has shared a conversation, a lesson, or a laugh with me over the past 20 years: thank you. I can’t wait to see what we build together next!

Jennifer McNeill

Director, Strategic Partnership & Development

NACCU has been the most valuable community I’ve been involved with in higher education. What stands out most is the ability to connect with long term customers, create new campus relationships and actively network with our solution partners.

NACCU provides an environment for meaningful conversations about what’s working, how priorities are evolving, and where things are headed across credentialing and campus technology. Those insights genuinely shape how we think about our work at TouchNet and how we support campuses in a better way.

NACCU also creates space to learn from experts and from peers. Whether it’s emerging trends, shared challenges, or new ideas, there’s always something practical to take away. The resources NACCU provides, including webinars, research and the campus profile are incredibly useful and grounded in what campuses are actually experiencing.

Above all, the relationships are what we make it: The events, the conversations, the ongoing connections. There’s a level of trust and collaboration within the NACCU community that’s hard to replicate. Being part of NACCU isn’t just about being a corporate member, it’s about being part of a community that’s actively shaping the future of higher education and I’m proud that TouchNet gets to be part of that.

Mark Degan

Director of Corporate Marketing, ColorID

Two decades ago marked the beginning of my journey with NACCU, and witnessing the remarkable evolution of this association has been nothing short of awe-inspiring. Throughout these years, NACCU's leadership has consistently demonstrated a profound appreciation for the partnerships forged with vendors like myself and ColorID. It's a rare gem to encounter an association as receptive and adaptable as NACCU has proven to be over time. NACCU has an unwavering commitment to collaboration in innovation and valuable platforms for engagement. I appreciate how NACCU is receptive to constructive feedback and that they have a proactive stance in seeking out opportunities for growth. Working with NACCU isn't a transactional experience; it's a testament to the power of partnership and the potential for collective success as they prioritize collaboration and mutual respect with their vendors.

Keely Sustarsic

Director of Marketing, WaveLynx

We've been thrilled to be a member of the NACCU community and have found immense value in our partnership over the years! It's clear NACCU has a strong mission and vision to ensure campuses are kept safe and secure through their resources, events and partnerships. We have loved the ability to connect with campus card offices and campus security professionals through our membership to help provide guidance and a transition path to upgrading and improving access and identity solutions across their campus. We look forward to this year's conference in continuing to make connections and grow our relationship not only with NACCU, but with the esteemed security professionals within its community.

Jeff Koziol

Business Development Manager – Mobile Credentials, Allegion

Allegion has been a member of NACCU for 20+ years. Our partnership with NACCU is especially important for our business and our involvement extremely rewarding. Amongst all the associations in which we participate, we find the NACCU membership extremely progressive, informative, and supportive. The April Conference is one of our most beneficial events from the educational aspects to the promotional opportunities to social connections made over the course of the four days. If your business is involved in securing and providing a seamless student experience on Higher Education campuses, NACCU participation is a must!

Chris Gabriel

Marketing Manager, Atrium

I’m proud to represent Atrium in the NACCU community. NACCU’s leadership has always made us feel like a valued partner, fostering an environment where corporate members are genuinely welcomed, engaged, and encouraged to contribute. The relationships, collaboration, and exchange of ideas are what make this community so special.

Being connected with the professionals who manage campus card programs every day gives us invaluable insight into their challenges, priorities, and evolving needs. Those conversations help shape how we think about innovation at Atrium and reinforce our commitment to making campus technology simpler, more flexible, and more responsive to the institutions and students we serve.

Whether it’s reconnecting with colleagues at the annual conference, participating in webinars, or collaborating throughout the year, NACCU consistently creates opportunities to learn from one another and move our industry forward. What makes NACCU special is that we’re not simply vendors and institutions sharing an industry, we’re colleagues working together to make the campus experience better.

Dakota Mackie

Business Development & Marketing Manager, Northland Controls

As a consulting and professional services provider supporting higher education, our membership in NACCU has been one of the most valuable investments we've made in understanding and growing within this market. By being involved with this community, it has given us the opportunity to learn directly from the people who navigate the complexities of campus operations every day, providing insights and perspectives we simply couldn't have gained otherwise. Over the years, the value has extended well beyond business relationships and has extended to educational opportunities and personal relationships that have fundamentally shaped how we approach serving higher education clients. And as a vendor, that perspective is invaluable because it makes us a better partner to our clients, helps us bring more relevant solutions to the table, and has ultimately allowed us to better serve the institutions that place their trust in us.

Rawldon Weekes

Regional Sales Manager, ELATEC

Membership in NACCU has been a great experience for ELATEC Inc. As a company that specializes in RFID and mobile credential readers, the membership has opened doors to unparalleled networking opportunities, insights, and partnerships within the higher education sector. Through NACCU, we've connected with equipment manufacturers, partners, and end-user universities, significantly expanding our market presence. The community within NACCU is incredibly welcoming and resourceful, offering a wealth of knowledge and support for anything related to campus card (and mobile credential) usage. This collaboration has not only enhanced our product offerings but also allowed us to contribute to the advancement of campus technology, ensuring a seamless and secure access experience for students and staff. NACCU is indeed a cornerstone for companies like ours looking to grow and innovate in the higher education space.

Andrew White

CEO, ITC Systems

NACCU's annual conference is a vital connection point for us and our campus customers. It’s the perfect forum for us to look together at the big picture—the latest trends, possibilities, and technological developments in the one card space—and get excited about what we'll achieve together in the year ahead. At the same time, the institutions we work with get to learn from industry leaders and the successes and challenges that similar institutions are facing. An invaluable platform—we wouldn't miss it!