Arc Capital Development

Arc Capital Development, LLC is a private equity and venture capital firm that focuses on investing in startups and companies within the education technology sector, particularly from pre-kindergarten to post-secondary education. The firm typically invests between $0.05 million and $0.5 million in businesses that have reached revenues of $10 million to $25 million and possess significant enterprise value. Arc Capital Development engages in minority investments and may consider control investments or outright acquisitions. The firm aims to actively participate in its portfolio companies, offering interim support in areas such as marketing, business development, and senior leadership roles, with engagement lasting from three to twenty-four months. Additionally, the firm provides advisory services, including strategic consultation, investment banking, and legal support. Established in 2004 and headquartered in Sarasota, Florida, with additional offices in Denver and California, Arc Capital Development is dedicated to facilitating organizational growth and success for its clients.

Kevin Custer

Founding Partner

7 past transactions

BeeReaders

Seed Round in 2020
BeeReaders is an innovative edtech company focused on enhancing English language learning for K-12 Spanish-speaking students. The platform aims to build foundational literacy skills through personalized learning experiences and authentic Spanish content, creating an immersive reading environment. It features a unique español placement test and a proprietary leveling system that provides culturally relevant materials, allowing students to engage effectively with the content. Additionally, BeeReaders offers a supplemental program to support hybrid instruction, enabling students to monitor their progress and advance their learning in a game-like digital environment. This comprehensive approach seeks to redefine academic success for Spanish-speaking students.

BeeReaders

Pre Seed Round in 2020
BeeReaders is an innovative edtech company focused on enhancing English language learning for K-12 Spanish-speaking students. The platform aims to build foundational literacy skills through personalized learning experiences and authentic Spanish content, creating an immersive reading environment. It features a unique español placement test and a proprietary leveling system that provides culturally relevant materials, allowing students to engage effectively with the content. Additionally, BeeReaders offers a supplemental program to support hybrid instruction, enabling students to monitor their progress and advance their learning in a game-like digital environment. This comprehensive approach seeks to redefine academic success for Spanish-speaking students.

Education Modified

Pre Seed Round in 2017
Education Modified LLC is a company that focuses on enhancing educational outcomes for students with diverse needs through its EdMod App. Founded in 2011 and based in Boston, Massachusetts, the application offers educators access to research-based professional development, easy-to-implement strategies, and tools for monitoring student progress. The platform is designed to support teachers by providing critical information on special education, including ADHD and dyslexia professional development, and features that enhance curriculum and standards. Developed by special educators and leveraging artificial intelligence, the EdMod App aims to bridge the gap between compliance and effective classroom practices, fostering collaboration among educators to improve student achievements.

Choosito

Seed Round in 2017
Choosito! is a developer of a search engine tool designed to enhance educational experiences by providing personalized search capabilities for students. The platform utilizes artificial intelligence to analyze language and identify quality resources that align with individual reading levels across various subjects. By optimizing access to educational materials, Choosito! facilitates quick retrieval of appropriate resources, along with tools for class management and analytics. This innovative approach aims to transform the web into a valuable learning tool that supports students' comprehension and learning needs.

Snug Vest

Seed Round in 2015
Snug Vest is a company that offers an inflatable therapy garment designed to alleviate anxiety and manage stress, particularly for individuals with autism and sensory processing disorders. The vest applies adjustable, evenly-distributed pressure to the sides, shoulders, and back, creating a comforting hug-like sensation without exerting pressure on the stomach or chest. This feature allows users to control the pressure themselves using a hand pump, promoting a sense of independence in their therapeutic experience. Snug Vest aims to improve the quality of life for those dealing with sensory, developmental, and anxiety disorders by providing a safe and drug-free solution that can be worn in various settings.

Brain Parade

Seed Round in 2013
Brain Parade, LLC is a company that develops visual learning and assessment tools specifically for children with autism and other developmental challenges. Founded in 2010 and headquartered in Stamford, Connecticut, the company offers an iPad application and an online community that serve as a visual learning system. This platform allows parents, teachers, therapists, and students to share mobile images and resources, thereby enhancing the educational experience for children with disabilities. Brain Parade collaborates with an advisory board comprising behavior consultants, educators, and parents to create effective educational technology solutions tailored to the unique needs of these children.
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