Bridging Academia and Industry: Noelle’s Vision for MODRN Education

In this episode, Jae sits down with Noelle, founder of MODRN Education, to trace the firm’s journey from its early days of connecting universities with industry associations to its current role as a full-service strategy partner. Noelle explains how MODRN Education has expanded beyond matchmaking to offer strategy mapping, outreach programs, and relationship-building workshops—all while tackling the challenge of scaling without sacrificing quality. She shares her top priorities for the year ahead: publishing a book, rolling out an expanded workshop series, and democratizing access to key insights in higher education. In a rapid-fire lightning round, Noelle reveals the tools, audiobooks, and affirmations that keep her motivated and advocate for a growth mindset. She closes with powerful advice for entrepreneurs: believe in yourself, focus on what’s working, and harness the power of positive affirmations and continuous learning.