In conversation ft. Matt Lance, Associate Director of Admissions at Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology, Edu Unlocked Podcast

Matt Lance

Guest

Matt Lance is a higher education professional known for his adaptable skill set, strong relationship-building abilities, and commitment to delivering exceptional service. Over the course of his career, he has developed a versatile foundation spanning customer service, communication across diverse audiences, and the coordination of both large-scale and small-scale events.
Matt is recognized as the calm, steady presence in any team environment—someone who analyzes all possibilities before acting and approaches challenges with a thoughtful, levelheaded perspective. His attention to detail is central to his work, whether managing simple tasks or navigating more complex responsibilities.
Driven by a passion for process improvement, Matt consistently seeks out ways to simplify, streamline, and optimize workflows. He thrives when offering a fresh perspective to outdated or inefficient systems, helping teams operate more effectively and with greater clarity.
Above all, Matt values meaningful human connections. Building and nurturing relationships—with students, customers, and colleagues alike—has been a defining element of his career. These long-standing partnerships continue to shape his professional journey and fuel his love for collaborative work.
Matt welcomes new opportunities, conversations, and connections, and is always open to sharing more about his experience and approach.
Key Highlights:
1. Experienced higher education professional with highly transferable skills
2. Strong background in customer service, communication, and event coordination
3. Calm, analytical team member known for evaluating all possibilities before taking action
4. Highly detail-oriented with a commitment to quality in both simple and complex tasks
5. Skilled in streamlining processes and improving operational efficiency
6. Brings a fresh perspective to outdated workflows and organizational challenges
7. Passionate relationship-builder with long-standing connections across higher education
8. Enjoys taking on new tasks, learning continuously, and contributing to collaborative work environments
9. Open to new opportunities and professional connections

Ashish Fernando

Host

Founder & CEO, EDMO
Ashish Fernando is the visionary founder and CEO of EDMO, a revolutionary educational technology platform that's transforming how people learn and grow. With over 15 years of experience in education and technology, Ashish has dedicated his career to making quality education accessible to learners worldwide. Before founding EDMO, Ashish held leadership positions at several prominent EdTech companies and worked as an educational consultant for Fortune 500 companies. He holds an MBA from Stanford Graduate School of Business and a Master's in Computer Science from MIT. Ashish is a frequent speaker at educational conferences and has been featured in publications such as EdTech Magazine, Learning & Development Today, and TechCrunch. He's passionate about the intersection of technology and human potential, believing that the right tools can unlock extraordinary learning outcomes for everyone. Under his leadership, EDMO has grown to serve over 100,000 learners globally and has partnerships with leading educational institutions and corporations. Ashish continues to drive innovation in personalized learning, adaptive assessment, and educational analytics.
Key Achievements:
1. Founded EDMO in 2019, now serving 100,000+ learners globally
2. Named 'EdTech Innovator of the Year' by Learning Technology Awards 2023
3. Featured speaker at Global Education Summit 2024
4. Published researcher in educational technology and learning analytics
5. Advisor to multiple EdTech startups and educational initiatives