Tony Frey

Tony Frey is CEO of Mainstay, where he leads the company’s strategy and innovation focused on helping colleges and universities engage, listen to, and support students at scale. A technologist by training, Frey previously served as Mainstay’s chief technology officer, spearheading the development of conversational artificial intelligence platforms that enable continuous, two-way communication with students and deliver actionable insights for institutional leaders. His work is shaped by deep partnerships with public institutions nationwide and a focus on translating emerging technology into practical, operational impact across higher education.