Originally developed for the Virginia Society of CPAs, the Classroom Connections Platform is now used by the Arizona Society of CPAs and the Kansas Society of CPAs, with the ability to support any mission-driven or membership-based organization.

The Challenge

Associations needed a centralized, easy-to-use way to connect professionals with classrooms without the heavy administrative lift. Teachers wanted a simple request process, volunteers needed clarity and coordination tools, and associations required better tracking, reporting, and scalability.

Our Approach

Up10 led strategy, structure, and platform development (executed through Echodea), partnering with Krobe Interactive to deliver a modern, intuitive system:

• Architected and built the platform framework for seamless use by teachers, volunteers, and association staff

• Created a scalable submission and matching system for classroom opportunities and volunteer coordination

• Integrated resource libraries, presentation materials, and preparation tools

• Added tracking, reporting, and feedback features to measure engagement and outcomes

• Supported onboarding, customization, and expansion for additional state societies

The Impact

More than doubled classroom visits in the first year (VSCPA)

1. Significantly reduced administrative workload for association teams

2. Adopted by multiple state societies with the potential to expand into healthcare, engineering, financial services, and other professions

The Result

A modern, user-friendly engagement platform that helps mission-driven organizations inspire students, elevate their profession, and cultivate a strong, sustainable pipeline of future members and leaders.