Our Story

ListEdTech is a leading market research firm specializing in tracking IT systems used in education. Our mission is to empower colleges, universities, consultants, edtech companies, and private equity firms with data-driven insights to navigate the evolving education technology landscape and make informed decisions.

Our History

Our journey began in 2014 when Justin Ménard, a data analyst and IT manager at a Canadian university, recognized the pivotal role of data in both daily operations and long-term institutional strategy. Noticing a lack of comprehensive databases on IT systems in academia, he decided to create one himself.

From the start, the goal was clear: to become the go-to resource for institutions, consultants, and companies seeking reliable data to guide their decision-making. Initially focused on higher education, the project quickly expanded. By 2018, K-12 school districts and their IT systems were incorporated into the database, broadening ListEdTech’s scope and impact.

Where We Are Today

A decade later, ListEdTech has built the most extensive databases for IT systems in education. Our pace of growth continues to accelerate. In our first year, adding a new product category to the database took an average of six months. By 2021, thanks to a dedicated global team of over 20 employees across Asia, Europe, and North America, we reduced that time to under 30 days.

Our commitment to data quality is unmatched. Each month, we validate nearly 3,000 data points to ensure a 95% accuracy rate, making our insights a trusted resource for industry leaders worldwide.

Meet our Leadership Team

At ListEdTech, our leadership team brings together diverse expertise in technology, operations, data integrity, and marketing. Together, they drive our vision of making education technology insights accessible and actionable.

  • Justin Ménard, CEO
    Founder of ListEdTech and a data-driven strategist with extensive experience in higher education IT.
  • Simon Tokai, CTO
    Technology leader overseeing platform development and data infrastructure.
  • Ana Besteiro, Operations Manager
    Ensuring seamless internal processes and efficient project execution.
  • Anne Donovan, Data Integrity Specialist
    Maintaining the highest data accuracy and quality standards.
  • Francois Thibeault, Marketing Director
    Leading ListEdTech’s brand strategy, outreach, and market engagement.
  • Paul Latoja, Senior Data Analyst
    Spearheading research to keep our data comprehensive and insightful.

Our Team and Expertise

ListEdTech started as a passion project, but today, our team is the driving force behind its success. Our global workforce is divided into specialized teams:

  • Back Office Team: Focused on data entry, monitoring alerts, and verifying information to keep the database up-to-date.
  • Growth and Strategy Team: Specializing in sales, content creation, platform development, and data analysis. This team also curates and publishes a weekly newsletter featuring the latest implementations, acquisitions, and trends in higher education and K-12.

Why ListEdTech?

Our platform provides education leaders and businesses with unparalleled insights into the IT systems that power institutions worldwide. With a commitment to data quality, a proven track record, and a team of dedicated experts, ListEdTech continues to set the standard in education technology research.

Want to learn more? Contact us today using the form below and discover how our data can help you stay ahead in the education technology landscape.






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