BW Walch Welcomes E.J. Caffaro as President: Leading the Way to Transform Math Education

PORTLAND, Maine--(BUSINESS WIRE)--BW Walch, a recognized innovator in math education, is pleased to announce the appointment of E.J. Caffaro as its new president. With decades of experience at the intersection of education, technology, and growth strategies, Caffaro. brings a deep commitment to advancing meaningful change in the classroom.

A Proven Leader with a Vision for Change

E.J. Caffaro’s career spans over 15 years of leadership across the education and technology sectors. Most recently, as chief growth officer at Art of Education University, he led a team that achieved tenfold revenue growth, expanded partnerships and developed programs impacting K–12 schools across the nation. Notable collaborations include those with the U.S. Department of Defense, the Los Angeles Unified School District and Cobb County (Georgia) Schools.

Caffaro’s career began in the EdTech startup space, where he played a pivotal role in scaling sales and operations, as well as building partnerships with Fortune 500 companies such as Walmart and Target. His ability to lead transformative initiatives and connect strategic vision with execution has defined his professional journey.

In His Own Words

“I am honored to join the BW Walch team at such a pivotal moment for education, particularly in the field of mathematics,” said Caffaro. “Math is more than just numbers; it’s a critical tool for understanding and opportunity. I look forward to building on BW Walch’s nearly 100-year legacy, working with educators and communities to create solutions that empower teachers and make math engaging and meaningful for students and teachers alike.”

A Strong Foundation for the Future

BW Walch has long been committed to providing innovative solutions for math education, and Caffaro’s appointment reflects the company’s focus on growth and impact. Under his leadership, BW Walch will continue to explore new approaches to delivering math curriculum and professional development, leveraging technology and collaboration to create better experiences in the classroom.

“From the moment I met E.J., I was impressed with his leadership capabilities, his functional and industry knowledge and his ability to continue to grow our business,” said BW Walch CEO & Chairman Al Noyes “Most importantly, he has a profound commitment to supporting teachers and helping them improve math outcomes nationwide. I am very much looking forward to partnering with E.J. and our world class team and continuing to make a positive impact.”

About E.J. Caffaro

Caffaro serves on the boards of the national Council for Art Education and The Research Center for the Advancement of Art Education. He is also involved with a school in Provo, Utah, that focuses on fostering entrepreneurship in students. E.J. holds a B.A. in Business from Brigham Young University and is continuing his studies through Cornell University online programs.

Residing in Silicon Slopes Valley with his wife and five children, E.J.’s personal and professional life reflects his dedication to empowering the next generation through education.

About BW Walch

BW Walch is a leading provider of mathematics resources and training, committed to empowering teachers and students. With a focus on quality and effectiveness, BW Walch strives to make a positive impact on education by offering customized, tailored mathematics resources designed to enhance teaching and learning that can be adapted to district needs with an eye towards continual improvement.

About OGAP

The Ongoing Assessment Project (OGAP) is a systematic and intentional formative assessment system. At the foundation of OGAP is teacher knowledge that includes mathematical content, mathematics education research on how students learn, mathematics concepts underpinning the OGAP Framework/Learning Progression for each OGAP math topic, and formative assessment practices specific to mathematics. The system helps schools implement a continuous and intentional system of instruction and enhances the use of any classroom resource.