About Tuscany Strategy
Education strategy advisors helping leaders see more clearly, make high-stakes decisions with confidence, and act with conviction.
Our First Principle
Sapere aude.
Latin: “Dare to know.”
Sapere aude, the Latin for “dare to know”, is the first principle of our firm. It reflects our commitment to reason, independence of thought, and evidence.
For our team, this means using rigorous methods, questioning assumptions, and demonstrating intellectual honesty and accountability.
For our clients, it reflects our commitment to helping them see more clearly, make high-stakes decisions with confidence, and act with conviction.

~ David Long
Founder & Managing Partner
The Firm
Strategy advisors to education leaders since 2007
Founded by David Long in Baltimore, Maryland, Tuscany Strategy advises C-suite executives, investors, and boards across the education sector — early childhood, K-12, higher education, workforce development, and behavioral health. Our team combines management consulting rigor with hands-on operational experience, from classroom operations to PE deal support.
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