Welcome to Apiarion

About Us: The Hive of Higher Ed Marketing

Welcome to Apiarion, where we're buzzing with innovative ideas for higher education marketing and communications. Just as bees are essential pollinators in nature, we see ourselves as vital connectors in the academic landscape, cross-pollinating strategies and nurturing growth for institutions of higher learning.

Our Mission

At Apiarion, we empower colleges and universities to enhance their MarCom effectiveness through tailored, data-driven solutions. We focus on:

  • Streamlining internal processes

  • Building high-performing teams

  • Developing strategic MarCom plans

Our Name

Apiarion draws inspiration from multiple sources:

"Apiary"

A collection of beehives, symbolizing productivity, collaboration, and structured organization. Like a well-managed apiary, we foster environments where teams work efficiently together. Each 'hive' represents an aspect of marketing and communications, all functioning to produce optimal results. This embodies our commitment to teamwork and orderly processes in higher education marketing.

"API"

(Application Programming Interface) Representing technology and connectivity in our data-driven approach. Just as APIs allow different software systems to communicate and work together seamlessly, we facilitate smooth interactions between various aspects of your marketing and communications efforts.

"Arion"

A legendary poet and musician in Greek mythology, symbolizing creative inspiration and effective communication. The name also means "melodious," reflecting our aim to create harmonious marketing strategies. This represents our commitment to crafting compelling narratives and innovative solutions that resonate with your institution's audience.

Through this unique combination, Apiarion stands for harmonious collaboration, technological integration, and inspired communication - all working together to elevate your institution's marketing and outreach efforts.

  • Graham Garner, a man in his 40s with brown hair and a distinctive beard

    Graham Garner

    FOUNDER & PRINCIPAL CONSULTANT

    At the heart of our hive is Graham Garner, a seasoned strategist with over two decades of experience in higher education marketing and communications. Graham brings a wealth of expertise from his roles at varied institutions across the country like Stephen F. Austin State University, SUNY Morrisville, Idaho State University, and Wartburg College.

    Graham's career journey began in journalism, where he developed a passion for storytelling and community engagement. This foundation evolved into a mission to be a persuasive champion for good causes, particularly in higher education.

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