Jerry Rosenbusch began his career in music, attending the University of Miami on a full scholarship as a Tuba player and performing with the New York Philharmonic Orchestra. He later expanded his musical range by learning bass guitar and touring with bands throughout the NY/NJ metropolitan area. Transitioning from music, Jerry managed restaurants and bars in Northern NJ, NY, and CT, where he sharpened his skills in customer service, promotions, and team leadership.

Jerry’s publishing journey began as the first sales representative for Hanson Publishing’s Curriculum Product News, an education technology magazine that continues today as District Administrator. This role sparked his passion for education and the professionals serving students. As his territory grew, Jerry hired and managed sales representatives, eventually rising to Publisher of the magazine.

He later served as Director of Sales and Marketing for the Agency for Instructional Technology in Indiana, where he significantly increased revenue and built strong partnerships with local universities and state leadership. From there, he joined Creative Wonders — a publisher of titles such as Sesame Street and Schoolhouse Rock — a joint venture between ABC/CapCities and Disney. Following its acquisition by The Learning Company, Jerry managed distribution and reseller sales.

In 1998, Jerry founded 7th Wave Consulting. After several years of success, he joined Houghton Mifflin Harcourt to launch its Adjacent Markets Division, and was later recruited by Apple to help develop the Education Partnership Program for their global education team. He went on to join Lexia, managing the Account Management Domain before deciding to re-launch 7th Wave Consulting in 2025.

Helping EdTech Companies Launch, Grow, and Lead with Confidence

Since our founding in 1998, 7th Wave Consulting has been at the forefront of innovation in the education technology sector. Based in San Diego, CA, we have supported clients in generating over $1 billion in revenue, guiding them through the complexities of the education marketplace with expertise and precision.

We specialize in go-to-market strategies, helping education companies navigate every aspect of the EdTech landscape — from K–12 curriculum solutions and classroom assessment tools to professional development programs and SaaS initiatives. Our experience spans content areas, grade levels, and markets across the United States, Canada, and international regions.

Our consulting services have empowered leading organizations — including Adobe, Disney Interactive, Apple, and Scholastic — to expand their reach, achieve ambitious sales goals, and make a measurable impact in education. Whether through technology-driven initiatives or traditional sales strategies, our commitment to excellence and innovation remains steadfast.

What Sets Us Apart

• Proven Results: More than $1 billion in client revenue generated

• Deep EdTech Expertise: 25+ years serving K–12, higher education, and global markets

• Tailored Strategies: Customized solutions aligned to each client’s goals and audiences

• Trusted by Leaders: Partnerships with some of the most recognized names in the industry

Our Mission

To help EdTech innovators bring transformative learning solutions to market and sustain long-term success in a rapidly evolving educational landscape.

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