Our Story

Antibibliolatry was founded in 2014 by Dr. Alexandra Mercer, a former educational technology researcher at Wellington University. After spending a decade researching how technology transforms learning environments, she identified a critical gap between educational theory and practical implementation in schools and educational startups.

Starting with just three consultants working from a small office in Wellington, we quickly established ourselves as thought leaders in educational transformation. Our name, "Antibibliolatry," reflects our belief that education should transcend traditional text-based learning—not worshipping books for their own sake, but embracing diverse, engaging learning methodologies.

By 2017, our team had expanded to twelve consultants with specialized expertise in various educational domains. We had successfully guided over forty educational institutions through significant digital transformations and helped launch fifteen EdTech startups that secured substantial funding.

Today, Antibibliolatry operates internationally while maintaining our headquarters in Wellington. We've built a reputation for combining pedagogical expertise with business acumen and technological fluency—a rare integration in the consulting field that enables us to deliver comprehensive solutions that truly enhance learning outcomes.

Founders of Antibibliolatry in their first office

Our Mission & Values

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Mission

Our mission is to bridge the gap between educational innovation and effective implementation, ensuring that technological advances genuinely enhance learning outcomes while supporting sustainable business models for educational institutions and startups.

Core Values

  • Pedagogical Primacy: We ensure that business and technological recommendations always serve educational objectives rather than competing with them.
  • Evidence-Based Approach: Our recommendations are grounded in research and validated through practical implementation.
  • Contextual Sensitivity: We recognize that each educational environment has unique needs, cultures, and constraints that must inform any transformation strategy.
  • Capability Building: We focus on developing internal capacity within client organizations rather than creating consultant dependency.
  • Ethical Innovation: We promote technological solutions that protect student privacy, promote equity, and serve genuine educational needs.

Leadership Team

Dr. Alexandra Mercer, Founder & CEO

Dr. Alexandra Mercer

Founder & CEO

With a PhD in Educational Technology from Stanford University and experience as both an educator and researcher, Alexandra bridges theoretical understanding with practical implementation. She has published over 20 papers on digital transformation in educational contexts and serves on advisory boards for multiple EdTech initiatives.

Rajiv Patel, Chief Strategy Officer

Rajiv Patel

Chief Strategy Officer

Before joining Antibibliolatry, Rajiv spent 12 years developing growth strategies for educational institutions across Asia and Oceania. His background in both business administration and educational leadership allows him to develop financially sustainable models that maintain pedagogical integrity.

Olivia Nakamura, Head of Digital Transformation

Olivia Nakamura

Head of Digital Transformation

Olivia combines technical expertise with change management skills to guide institutions through technological transitions. Her previous work includes leading digital transformation for a network of international schools and developing learning management systems for major universities.

Daniel Okonkwo, EdTech Innovation Director

Daniel Okonkwo

EdTech Innovation Director

With a background in computer science and cognitive psychology, Daniel specializes in evaluating and developing educational technology solutions. He has helped numerous EdTech startups refine their product-market fit and develop effective go-to-market strategies in the educational sector.

Our Achievements

Over the years, Antibibliolatry has established a track record of excellence in educational consulting, helping clients achieve meaningful results that enhance learning outcomes while supporting sustainable growth.

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150+

Educational institutions and EdTech companies successfully served across 14 countries

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43%

Average enrollment increase for educational institutions following our strategic interventions

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$75M+

In funding secured by EdTech startups we've advised in the last three years

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12

Industry awards for excellence in educational consulting and innovation

What Our Clients Say

"Antibibliolatry transformed our traditional private school into a forward-thinking institution without compromising our core values. Their strategic approach to digital integration enhanced our curriculum while maintaining our classical education foundation. Enrollment has increased by 35% and student engagement metrics show significant improvement."

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Dr. Jonathan Blackwell

Headmaster, Westfield Academy

"As a startup founder with an innovative educational platform but limited experience in the education sector, Antibibliolatry's guidance was invaluable. They helped us refine our product-market fit, establish credibility with educational institutions, and develop a sustainable growth strategy. Within a year, we secured partnerships with 14 school districts and closed a successful Series A funding round."

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Mei Lin Chen

Founder & CEO, LearnSphere

"What sets Antibibliolatry apart is their holistic approach to educational transformation. Their team didn't just recommend technology solutions; they helped us develop a comprehensive strategy that addressed curriculum development, teacher training, and student engagement. The result has been a 28% improvement in learning outcomes and a completely revitalized educational experience for our students."

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Isabella Rodriguez

Director, Global Learners International School

Ready to Transform Your Educational Vision?

Whether you're an established educational institution seeking strategic evolution or an EdTech startup looking to refine your approach, our team is ready to help you achieve meaningful results.

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