About GEAC

Incorporated in 1972, the Georgia Education Advancement Council (GEAC) fosters the development of higher education advancement professionals in Georgia through information, collaboration and inspiration. Originally named the Georgia Education Advancement Conference, the name changed to include Council in 1976. More than 120 people from 32 schools attended the first formal GEAC conference in 1977, and a tradition was born that continues today. In 2000, GEAC became a 501(c)6 organization and a legal corporation in the state of Georgia. GEAC is the only association in Georgia focused on innovative strategies and practices for leadership in higher education advancement services.

Our Mission

GEAC, Inc. (Georgia Education Advancement Council) fosters the development of higher education advancement professionals in the state of Georgia.

Our Vision

To be the statewide resource for information, collaboration, and inspiration among a robust network of higher education advancement professionals.

Our Purpose

• To support the cause of higher education in the state of Georgia

• To increase the advancement functions of our public and private colleges and universities

• To strengthen objectives of education professionals in the broad areas of alumni relations, marketing, communications, development and advancement services

Who We Are

Since our founding in 1972, Georgia Education Advancement Council (GEAC) has been committed to delivering high-quality professional development opportunities for higher education advancement professionals across public, private, and technical colleges and universities throughout the state. GEAC serves those working in the areas of advancement services, alumni relations, development, and marketing and communications.