Austin Christian University

Austin Christian University is dedicated to shaping future leaders through innovative education grounded in Christian values. Their mission is to empower students with the knowledge, skills, and character to excel and make a difference in the world.
Ongoing

Kingdom Impact

In just a few months, Austin Christian University has built remarkable momentum toward their vision. The university has secured over $13M in funding, launched a new digital platform for enrollment, and crafted compelling presentations that bring their story to life during Preview Day events. Their strategic growth plan sets a clear path to welcome 1,600 students who will be equipped to transform business and culture through excellence which points to Jesus.

With each new milestone, Austin Christian University moves closer to their mission of developing the next generation of leaders who will make an impact far beyond the campus grounds.

Key milestones so far:

  • $13M+ raised in new funding
  • Enhanced digital presence driving increased prospective student engagement
  • Successful execution of Preview Day recruitment events
  • Scalable enrollment processes implemented
  • Clear roadmap for sustainable growth to 1,600 students
BACKGROUND

A Legacy of Faith

In the 1930s, a faithful family purchased land in Texas with a divine promise: it would one day host both a church and a university. Decades later, that vision came to life when Connor Champion, leaving a successful career in college football coaching, returned to help establish Austin Christian University on that very ground.

When Austin Christian University sought to scale their vision of recruiting and developing exceptional student leaders, they partnered with Servant to develop a comprehensive strategy that would honor their vision while ensuring sustainable growth.

Phase one

Digital Transformation

To effectively communicate their unique vision, Austin Christian University's digital presence needed to match the excellence of their mission. The website was completely redesigned to create an engaging platform that would resonate with top prospective students and their families. Simultaneously, enrollment systems were optimized through HubSpot automation to create seamless experiences for applicants and staff alike.

Phase two

Storytelling Excellence

An element of Austin Christian University's recruitment strategy centered on their Preview Day - a pivotal event where prospective students tour the campus and meet staff. To make sure this critical touchpoint reflected Austin Christian University's commitment to excellence, a high-end digital presentation was developed, complete with custom scripting and storyboarding. This wasn't just a deck - it was a comprehensive vision-casting and storytelling tool that enabled Austin Christian University's team to communicate their mission with heightened confidence and impact.

The presentation required the integration of video content and precise technical execution. On the day of the event, a Servant team member was on-site to make sure the presentation was delivered flawlessly.

Phase three

Sustainable Growth Planning

Building on these foundations, Austin Christian University has collaborated with Servant to create a comprehensive 5-10 year strategic plan. This plan integrated multiple growth scenarios with specific action steps for expansion, ensuring Austin Christian University could maintain its high standards while scaling operations. The planning process included detailed financial modeling to inform fundraising strategies and timing of capacity investments.

"Servant is the best money we’ve ever spent. I couldn’t recommend them more to help serve and craft the vision you, as an organization, are trying to convey."

- Connor Champion, President & Founder, Austin Christian University

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