Naomi May

Partner at Cooley LLP

Naomi advises companies and organizations that deliver educational products and services at all stages of learning, from early childhood education to workforce development. Innovators, investors and operators in the space – whether early-stage edtech founders or established university leaders – rely on her for practical, business-minded counsel to help them navigate a complex regulatory environment. Naomi collaborates with colleagues across the Cooley platform to provide industry-informed strategic commercial and product counseling, compliance assessments, targeted advice in administrative actions and litigation, and leadership in complex transactions. Her work is energized outside the firm by deep engagement in the nationwide edtech community and within Cooley through diverse relationships and leadership on committees and in affinity groups.

2025 Back to School

Naomi May

Partner at Cooley LLP

Naomi advises companies and organizations that deliver educational products and services at all stages of learning, from early childhood education to workforce development. Innovators, investors and operators in the space – whether early-stage edtech founders or established university leaders – rely on her for practical, business-minded counsel to help them navigate a complex regulatory environment. Naomi collaborates with colleagues across the Cooley platform to provide industry-informed strategic commercial and product counseling, compliance assessments, targeted advice in administrative actions and litigation, and leadership in complex transactions. Her work is energized outside the firm by deep engagement in the nationwide edtech community and within Cooley through diverse relationships and leadership on committees and in affinity groups.

2025 Back to School
2025 Back to School Summit
Thursday, September 11, 2025
11:30 am

Education M&A Trends and Futures: Expert Insights on Market Dynamics and Strategic Directions

Explore the evolving landscape of M&A in the global education sector. This session features expert insights on key drivers, emerging patterns, and future outlooks shaping education M&A activity. Hear more about how market consolidation, digital transformation, and investment strategies are redefining institutional growth and innovation across K-12, higher ed, and workforce sectors.