Did you know that while many industries around the world have developed and utilized sophisticated market intelligence systems to track impact, the education sector, despite its immense size and importance, has historically lacked comprehensive data and insights? And by comprehensive, we mean data that is actionable. 

This observation led Maria Spies to co-found HolonIQ in 2018, which has since become one of the world’s leading providers of education impact intelligence. In an exciting recent development, HolonIQ has been acquired by QS Quacquarelli Symonds, marking a significant milestone in the consolidation of global education data and analytics.

As Co-CEO of HolonIQ, Maria has been working at the intersection of education, business, and technology for nearly three decades. 

Her journey began in the late 1990s, building online courses when distance learning was still rudimentary. Today, she leads a platform that analyzes data across education, climate, and health sectors, providing crucial insights for governments, investors, and institutions worldwide.

In this episode, WISE Director and host Elyas Felfoul explores with Maria the evolution of education technology, the five scenarios shaping the future of education, and what current market trends tell us about where the sector is heading. 

From the impact of COVID-19 on EdTech adoption to the changing dynamics of investment in the sector, Maria offers unique insights into how data and intelligence are reshaping our understanding of global education.

Learn more about HolonIQ: https://www.holoniq.com/