Avathon Capital

Avathon Capital is a private equity firm established in 2015 and based in Chicago, Illinois. The firm focuses on investing in companies within the education and workforce management sectors. As an investment platform, Avathon Capital aims to identify and support businesses that drive innovation and growth in these areas, contributing to the development of effective educational solutions and workforce strategies.

Nishaad Balachandran

Principal

Grace Beitler

Vice President

Sean Biscaglia

Operating Partner

Vic Bruene

Associate

Michael Grundhauser

Associate

Patrick Vogt

Operating Partner

2 past transactions

ReUp Education

Venture Round in 2021
ReUp Education, Inc. is a San Francisco-based company that focuses on re-enrolling students who have left college, aiming to increase graduation rates and boost tuition revenue for educational institutions. Founded in 2015, ReUp employs data, technology, and personalized coaching to assist these students in overcoming various barriers to completion, such as financial challenges, work commitments, and lack of motivation. The company collaborates with universities and community colleges to identify and engage students who have discontinued their education, providing them with essential support services including goal-setting, financial management, and career preparation. By helping these individuals navigate their path back to graduation, ReUp Education addresses a significant issue in higher education, where millions of students drop out each year, leaving behind substantial debt and diminished career prospects.

EdCast

Series D in 2019
EdCast Inc. operates an artificial intelligence-powered knowledge cloud platform that focuses on personalized learning and knowledge management. The company's offerings include the EdCast Learning Experience Platform (LXP), which promotes a culture of continuous learning within the workforce, and the EdCast Marketplace, designed to accelerate employee development at scale. Additionally, EdCast provides MyGuide, a solution that automates repetitive tasks and offers intelligent guidance to users, along with analytics to enhance productivity. The platform aggregates learning content from various sources, including learning management systems and external providers, using a machine learning curation engine to deliver high-quality, relevant information. EdCast serves diverse industries such as banking, healthcare, manufacturing, and technology. Founded in 2013 and based in Mountain View, California, the company has expanded its operations globally.
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