Not-for-profit appeal Leverage the University Co-op’s mission as a student-focused, not-for-profit retailer to position value-driven partnerships, sponsorships, and bulk procurement programs for course materials and required campus items.

Campus procurement Target their ongoing course material requisition process and compliance needs to offer streamlined supplier integrations, digital catalogs, and bulk ordering solutions that save time and reduce costs for the university.

Student-centric branding Propose partnerships that enhance the student experience (textbooks, graduation gear, stationery) with co-op branded bundles, loyalty incentives for students, and co-branded marketing to boost engagement.

Technology leverage Offer scalable e-commerce and ad tech collaborations that align with their existing stack (AWS, Google Ads, Criteo) to optimize online conversions, personalized recommendations, and targeted campus advertising.

Workplace value Capitalizing on recognition as a Top Workplace, propose joint employee programs, supplier diversity opportunities, and case studies to attract vendors and reflect the cooperative culture in supplier partnerships.