General Catalyst is a venture capital firm established in 2000, headquartered in Cambridge, Massachusetts, with additional offices in North America and Europe. The company specializes in early-stage and growth equity investments, focusing on technology-driven businesses. It invests across various sectors, including consumer internet, enterprise software, fintech, health assurance, and crypto. General Catalyst provides not only capital but also mentorship and resources to accelerate the growth of its portfolio companies. To date, it has managed eight venture capital funds, totaling approximately $3.75 billion in capital commitments.
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Adrian Abeijon
Investor
Mark Allen
CFO
Neeraj Arora
Managing Director, Investment Team
Juliet Bailin
Principal
Marc Bhargava
Managing Director
Chris Bischoff
Managing Director
Larry Bohn
Managing Director
Teresa Carlson
President, General Catalyst Institute
Kenneth Chenault
Chairman and Managing Director
Quentin Clark
Managing Director
Mark Crane
Partner
Christopher Davis
Partner
Kyle Doherty
Managing Director
Nick van Eck
Partner
David Fialkow
Co-Founder and Managing Director
Mina Hsiang
Associate
Nmachi Jidenma
Partner
Christopher Kauffman
Principal
Genevieve Kinney
Principal
Zak Kukoff
Principal
Paul Kwan
Managing Director
Viet Le
Partner
Roy Mabrey
Partner, Investment Team
Holly Maloney McConnell
Managing Director
Karanveer Mohan
Managing Director, Investment Team
Deep Nishar
Managing Director and Member of the Management Committee
Dipchand Nishar
Managing Director
Reva Nohria
Investor
Trevor Oelschig
Managing Director
Tyler Olkowski
Investor
Pranay Orugunta
Healthcare Investor
Mo Punjwani
Associate, Investments
Candace Richardson
Principal
Paul Sagan
Investor
Pranav Singhvi
Partner
Bill Skarinka
Associate
Alex Tran
Managing Director
Catherine Tu
Partner, Investment Team
Elena Viboch
Partner
Andrea Wang
Principal, Early Stage Investment
Nathaniel Levy-Westhead
Partner, Investment Team
Past deals in Education
Campus
Series B in 2025
Campus is an accredited online community college that focuses on providing accessible educational opportunities to students across the country. It offers a range of live online and in-person associate degrees and certificate programs, emphasizing student success and support. By leveraging an online educational platform, Campus aims to facilitate a flexible learning environment that meets the diverse needs of its student population.
Smalt
Seed Round in 2024
Smalt is focused on addressing the talent shortage in the trades by recruiting and training young tradespeople through innovative hybrid academies. The company offers comprehensive training programs designed to empower future workers in the green energy sector, equipping them with essential skills and access to advanced technology and tools. Additionally, Smalt provides digitized installation services to its B2B customers, ensuring high-quality support for homeowners. Their highly skilled staff leverage cutting-edge technology to deliver exceptional installation services, thus contributing to the broader climate transition efforts.
Literati
Venture Round in 2024
Literati, Inc. is a book subscription service based in Del Valle, Texas, that caters to children ages 0-9 in the United States. Founded in 2016, the company offers various children's book clubs, including Club Neo, Club Sprout, Club Nova, and Club Sage, each designed to align with developmental milestones. In addition to delivering curated book selections, Literati provides personalized bookplates and features artwork by renowned illustrators. The service also includes a gifting option for books and a platform that allows readers to engage in discussions about books and authors. Through this platform, parents can receive customized book packages, while users gain access to exclusive content, author interviews, and celebrity conversations, fostering a vibrant reading community.
inDrive
Debt Financing in 2024
inDrive is a global mobility and urban services platform that has gained significant traction, with over 240 million downloads of its app, making it the second most downloaded mobility application in recent years. The company offers a unique ride-hailing service that allows passengers to propose their own prices, which drivers can accept based on mutual agreement, promoting a fair and flexible pricing model. Beyond ride-hailing, inDrive provides a range of urban services, including intercity transportation, freight delivery, task assistance, and courier services. Operating in 888 cities across 48 countries, inDrive is driven by a mission to challenge social injustice and aims to positively impact the lives of one billion people by 2030. This commitment is reflected not only in its business model but also through its non-profit arm, inVision, which supports community empowerment initiatives in education, sports, arts, sciences, and gender equality.
Genial Care
Venture Round in 2024
Genial Care is a company based in São Paulo, Brazil, dedicated to providing specialized services for children with autism and developmental difficulties. Founded in 2020, it operates a network of both physical and digital clinics that offer real-time monitoring of the child's progress. In addition to direct care, Genial Care provides training programs for parents and therapists, ensuring personalized attention and support tailored to the needs of each child. The company's holistic approach aims to transform the lives of children with autism and their families, helping them to achieve their full potential.
Cartwheel
Series A in 2023
Cartwheel is a provider of mental health support specifically designed for the school community, founded in 2022 and based in Cambridge, Massachusetts. The company addresses the growing mental health crisis among students by offering evidence-based services from licensed clinicians. Cartwheel partners with schools to facilitate rapid access to mental health assessments, therapy, and medication evaluations, aiming to empower school staff, alleviate family stress, and enhance overall student mental health outcomes. Its program is compliant with FERPA and HIPAA regulations, ensuring it meets the unique needs of educational institutions in the aftermath of the COVID-19 pandemic. By focusing on creating a supportive environment, Cartwheel helps schools become places where every student can thrive.
inDrive
Debt Financing in 2023
inDrive is a global mobility and urban services platform that has gained significant traction, with over 240 million downloads of its app, making it the second most downloaded mobility application in recent years. The company offers a unique ride-hailing service that allows passengers to propose their own prices, which drivers can accept based on mutual agreement, promoting a fair and flexible pricing model. Beyond ride-hailing, inDrive provides a range of urban services, including intercity transportation, freight delivery, task assistance, and courier services. Operating in 888 cities across 48 countries, inDrive is driven by a mission to challenge social injustice and aims to positively impact the lives of one billion people by 2030. This commitment is reflected not only in its business model but also through its non-profit arm, inVision, which supports community empowerment initiatives in education, sports, arts, sciences, and gender equality.
Genial Care
Grant in 2023
Genial Care is a company based in São Paulo, Brazil, dedicated to providing specialized services for children with autism and developmental difficulties. Founded in 2020, it operates a network of both physical and digital clinics that offer real-time monitoring of the child's progress. In addition to direct care, Genial Care provides training programs for parents and therapists, ensuring personalized attention and support tailored to the needs of each child. The company's holistic approach aims to transform the lives of children with autism and their families, helping them to achieve their full potential.
Microverse
Series A in 2022
Microverse is an online educational platform focused on training remote software developers. The organization aims to connect one million individuals with remote job opportunities by 2030. Its educational model emphasizes collaborative learning, where students from diverse backgrounds work in small, distributed teams and engage in pair programming. Through this approach, they hold each other accountable while developing their coding skills on open source and freelance projects. Microverse's programs are structured around income share agreements, allowing students to learn full-stack web development and receive career guidance. This model not only equips students with the necessary technical skills but also enables companies to recruit talented software developers without geographic limitations.
Elevate K-12
Series C in 2022
Elevate K-12 is an instructional services company based in Chicago, Illinois, that specializes in live streaming instruction for K-12 classrooms. Founded in 2015, the company utilizes proprietary technology to deliver live classes directly into physical classrooms through a multi-location streaming system. This innovative approach allows students to receive real-time educational guidance, whether they are in school or learning from home, thereby enhancing the overall learning experience. Elevate K-12 aims to bridge the gap in educational access and ensure effective instruction for students across various locations.
Multiverse
Series D in 2022
Multiverse is a technology startup that aims to provide an alternative to traditional university education by focusing on career-oriented apprenticeships. The company develops an EdTech platform designed to match young talent with professional services and digital roles, facilitating applied learning throughout their apprenticeship journeys. This approach not only equips individuals with essential skills but also helps them build social capital and establish strong professional networks. By prioritizing practical experience, Multiverse seeks to empower young people in creating fulfilling careers, thus serving as a viable alternative to conventional academic paths and uninspiring corporate training programs.
Guild
Series F in 2022
Guild's lifelong learning platform offers classes, programs, and degrees for working adults, with a path for them to move forward in their education and careers. It offers these adults support from start to finish, with their technology platform for discovery, learning, and organizing the experience, and extra support with their tech-enabled student advising model.
StockGro
Series A in 2022
StockGro is a social investment platform that offers a gamified virtual environment for users to learn about stock trading. The platform allows individuals to buy and sell virtual securities using virtual currency, providing a risk-free way to develop trading strategies. Users can compete, interact with others, and receive rewards for their activities, enhancing the learning experience. Additionally, StockGro enables users to access, evaluate, and implement various trade techniques, making it easier for them to understand the stock market without the need to invest real money. Through this innovative approach, StockGro aims to educate and empower individuals interested in stock trading.
Sora Schools
Venture Round in 2021
Sora Schools, Inc. operates as an online private middle and high school based in Smyrna, Georgia, and was founded in 2018. The institution offers a project-based learning approach that allows students to engage deeply with subjects of interest, fostering hands-on experience and portfolio development. Students have the flexibility to choose what they study and how they demonstrate their knowledge, promoting a personalized educational experience. Sora provides various programs, including career mentorship, counseling services, and preparation for college. Its curriculum is accredited by Cognia and WASC, and it is also approved by the NCAA, ensuring a recognized educational standard that supports students in their academic and career aspirations.
Multiverse
Series C in 2021
Multiverse is a technology startup that aims to provide an alternative to traditional university education by focusing on career-oriented apprenticeships. The company develops an EdTech platform designed to match young talent with professional services and digital roles, facilitating applied learning throughout their apprenticeship journeys. This approach not only equips individuals with essential skills but also helps them build social capital and establish strong professional networks. By prioritizing practical experience, Multiverse seeks to empower young people in creating fulfilling careers, thus serving as a viable alternative to conventional academic paths and uninspiring corporate training programs.
Microverse
Series A in 2021
Microverse is an online educational platform focused on training remote software developers. The organization aims to connect one million individuals with remote job opportunities by 2030. Its educational model emphasizes collaborative learning, where students from diverse backgrounds work in small, distributed teams and engage in pair programming. Through this approach, they hold each other accountable while developing their coding skills on open source and freelance projects. Microverse's programs are structured around income share agreements, allowing students to learn full-stack web development and receive career guidance. This model not only equips students with the necessary technical skills but also enables companies to recruit talented software developers without geographic limitations.
Guild
Series E in 2021
Guild's lifelong learning platform offers classes, programs, and degrees for working adults, with a path for them to move forward in their education and careers. It offers these adults support from start to finish, with their technology platform for discovery, learning, and organizing the experience, and extra support with their tech-enabled student advising model.
Section4
Series A in 2021
Section4, Inc. is a New York-based company founded in 2018 that focuses on democratizing business education. It offers innovative 2-3 week educational sprints designed to make business learning accessible and engaging for a wider audience. Additionally, Section4 publishes news and stories related to business and the economy, contributing to the broader understanding of these fields.
inDrive
Series C in 2021
inDrive is a global mobility and urban services platform that has gained significant traction, with over 240 million downloads of its app, making it the second most downloaded mobility application in recent years. The company offers a unique ride-hailing service that allows passengers to propose their own prices, which drivers can accept based on mutual agreement, promoting a fair and flexible pricing model. Beyond ride-hailing, inDrive provides a range of urban services, including intercity transportation, freight delivery, task assistance, and courier services. Operating in 888 cities across 48 countries, inDrive is driven by a mission to challenge social injustice and aims to positively impact the lives of one billion people by 2030. This commitment is reflected not only in its business model but also through its non-profit arm, inVision, which supports community empowerment initiatives in education, sports, arts, sciences, and gender equality.
Literati
Series B in 2021
Literati, Inc. is a book subscription service based in Del Valle, Texas, that caters to children ages 0-9 in the United States. Founded in 2016, the company offers various children's book clubs, including Club Neo, Club Sprout, Club Nova, and Club Sage, each designed to align with developmental milestones. In addition to delivering curated book selections, Literati provides personalized bookplates and features artwork by renowned illustrators. The service also includes a gifting option for books and a platform that allows readers to engage in discussions about books and authors. Through this platform, parents can receive customized book packages, while users gain access to exclusive content, author interviews, and celebrity conversations, fostering a vibrant reading community.
Multiverse
Series B in 2021
Multiverse is a technology startup that aims to provide an alternative to traditional university education by focusing on career-oriented apprenticeships. The company develops an EdTech platform designed to match young talent with professional services and digital roles, facilitating applied learning throughout their apprenticeship journeys. This approach not only equips individuals with essential skills but also helps them build social capital and establish strong professional networks. By prioritizing practical experience, Multiverse seeks to empower young people in creating fulfilling careers, thus serving as a viable alternative to conventional academic paths and uninspiring corporate training programs.
Brainly
Series D in 2020
Brainly is an online learning platform founded in 2009 in Kraków, Poland, by Lukasz Haluch, Michał Borkowski, and Tomasz Kraus. It serves as a collaborative space for middle and high school students, parents, and teachers, allowing users to ask questions and receive homework help from their peers and experts. The platform promotes effective learning by enabling students to strengthen their skills in subjects such as math, science, and history while fostering a community where they can exchange insights and make connections. Available in 35 countries, Brainly aims to inspire confidence in students by encouraging them to assist others in their learning journey.
Hellosaurus
Seed Round in 2020
Hellosaurus is an interactive learning platform based in New York that focuses on providing educational and entertaining content for children. Founded in 2019, the platform offers a range of creative programs, fun activities, and video classes designed to engage young learners. It allows content creators to produce their own shows, equipping them with tools to enhance their content production. By combining interactive experiences with educational material, Hellosaurus aims to foster a playful learning environment for kids.
Saturn Technologies
Seed Round in 2020
Saturn is a social network that operates on a temporal basis. Saturn organizes chaotic high school schedules and connects students with the people and information that are most important to them.
LOOM
Seed Round in 2020
LOOM is a wellbeing platform dedicated to empowering women through comprehensive education on reproductive and sexual health. Founded in 2016 by Erica Chidi and Quinn Lundberg, and based in Los Angeles, LOOM offers classes and events that cover a wide range of topics, from menstruation to parenting. The platform aims to provide women with the necessary knowledge and resources to thrive in their bodies at every stage of life, fostering an environment of inclusivity, empathy, and scientific understanding. By focusing on these critical areas, LOOM seeks to enhance the health education landscape for women, guiding them through the complexities of their reproductive journeys.
Microverse
Seed Round in 2020
Microverse is an online educational platform focused on training remote software developers. The organization aims to connect one million individuals with remote job opportunities by 2030. Its educational model emphasizes collaborative learning, where students from diverse backgrounds work in small, distributed teams and engage in pair programming. Through this approach, they hold each other accountable while developing their coding skills on open source and freelance projects. Microverse's programs are structured around income share agreements, allowing students to learn full-stack web development and receive career guidance. This model not only equips students with the necessary technical skills but also enables companies to recruit talented software developers without geographic limitations.
Guild
Series D in 2019
Guild's lifelong learning platform offers classes, programs, and degrees for working adults, with a path for them to move forward in their education and careers. It offers these adults support from start to finish, with their technology platform for discovery, learning, and organizing the experience, and extra support with their tech-enabled student advising model.
ClassDojo
Series C in 2019
ClassDojo, Inc. is an online school communication platform founded in 2011 and based in San Francisco, California. The platform connects teachers, students, and families, fostering close-knit communities that enhance the educational experience. It allows educators to share classroom activities, including photos and videos, and facilitates communication through features like Class Story and private messaging with parents. ClassDojo aims to engage students and their families by providing a space where learning can be shared and celebrated, ultimately enriching the educational environment and promoting collaboration both in and out of the classroom. The company, previously known as Class Twist, Inc., rebranded to ClassDojo, Inc. in December 2017.
RosieReality
Seed Round in 2018
RosieReality, founded in 2017 and based in Zurich, Switzerland, develops an educational mobile application named Rosie, aimed at children aged 9 and up. The app utilizes augmented reality to engage kids in learning about science and basic robotics coding through interactive challenges. Users program Rosie the Robot by manipulating magical 3D shapes to solve AR puzzles, making the learning experience both fun and educational. The application is designed to foster curiosity and interest in scientific exploration, providing parents with a valuable tool for enriching their children's early education.
Brainly
Series B in 2017
Brainly is an online learning platform founded in 2009 in Kraków, Poland, by Lukasz Haluch, Michał Borkowski, and Tomasz Kraus. It serves as a collaborative space for middle and high school students, parents, and teachers, allowing users to ask questions and receive homework help from their peers and experts. The platform promotes effective learning by enabling students to strengthen their skills in subjects such as math, science, and history while fostering a community where they can exchange insights and make connections. Available in 35 countries, Brainly aims to inspire confidence in students by encouraging them to assist others in their learning journey.
ClassDojo
Series B in 2016
ClassDojo, Inc. is an online school communication platform founded in 2011 and based in San Francisco, California. The platform connects teachers, students, and families, fostering close-knit communities that enhance the educational experience. It allows educators to share classroom activities, including photos and videos, and facilitates communication through features like Class Story and private messaging with parents. ClassDojo aims to engage students and their families by providing a space where learning can be shared and celebrated, ultimately enriching the educational environment and promoting collaboration both in and out of the classroom. The company, previously known as Class Twist, Inc., rebranded to ClassDojo, Inc. in December 2017.
Brainly
Series A in 2014
Brainly is an online learning platform founded in 2009 in Kraków, Poland, by Lukasz Haluch, Michał Borkowski, and Tomasz Kraus. It serves as a collaborative space for middle and high school students, parents, and teachers, allowing users to ask questions and receive homework help from their peers and experts. The platform promotes effective learning by enabling students to strengthen their skills in subjects such as math, science, and history while fostering a community where they can exchange insights and make connections. Available in 35 countries, Brainly aims to inspire confidence in students by encouraging them to assist others in their learning journey.
One Month | Learn to Code in 30 Days
Seed Round in 2014
One Month, Inc. is an online education platform that specializes in coding bootcamps aimed at beginners. Founded in 2011 and based in New York, the company offers a range of courses including Python, HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and Ruby, among others. The curriculum is designed to motivate learners from day one, allowing them to build real-world projects while receiving video tutorials and human support. Over 60,000 students have participated in One Month's programs, many of whom have successfully transitioned into tech roles at leading companies such as Google and Facebook. The platform is also endorsed by institutions like Stripe and Columbia University. Additionally, One Month offers specific courses tailored for non-technical professionals, ensuring accessibility for individuals in various fields seeking to enhance their coding skills.
ClassDojo
Series A in 2013
ClassDojo, Inc. is an online school communication platform founded in 2011 and based in San Francisco, California. The platform connects teachers, students, and families, fostering close-knit communities that enhance the educational experience. It allows educators to share classroom activities, including photos and videos, and facilitates communication through features like Class Story and private messaging with parents. ClassDojo aims to engage students and their families by providing a space where learning can be shared and celebrated, ultimately enriching the educational environment and promoting collaboration both in and out of the classroom. The company, previously known as Class Twist, Inc., rebranded to ClassDojo, Inc. in December 2017.
Brit +
Seed Round in 2012
Brit + Co is a digital media company founded in 2011 by Brit Morin, catering to women with a creative spirit. It inspires, educates, and entertains its audience through engaging content, reaching over 125 million users online and across various platforms. The company produces over 100 pieces of content daily, including videos that have garnered tens of millions of views. Brit + Co extends its reach beyond digital platforms, offering offline experiences and a free app to further engage its community.
BetterLesson
Venture Round in 2011
BetterLesson, Inc. is a professional development platform designed for K-12 educators, headquartered in Cambridge, Massachusetts. Founded in 2008, the company focuses on connecting teachers with personal coaches to set professional development goals and create tailored learning plans. BetterLesson offers a comprehensive database that allows educators to access lesson plans, classroom materials, and instructional resources, facilitating collaboration and sharing among peers. The platform emphasizes research-based professional development aimed at enhancing student outcomes, equipping educators with the skills necessary to foster meaningful, student-centered learning experiences. Through various offerings, including workshops, one-on-one coaching, and defined learning pathways, BetterLesson supports educators in navigating the complexities of modern teaching and achieving strategic educational goals.
OutStart
Venture Round in 2002
OutStart specializes in social business software and learning systems designed to enhance organizational efficiency and agility. The company offers a range of products, including Evolution LCMS, a learning content management system that facilitates the development and management of learning content. Another key product is ForceTen LCMS, which helps organizations comply with regulations while boosting employee performance and productivity. Additionally, OutStart provides Participate, an enterprise social software platform that harnesses both formal and informal knowledge within organizations. The Desktop Development Suite, which includes OutStart Trainer, allows for the rapid creation of eLearning materials. Through these offerings, OutStart aims to connect individuals with the necessary knowledge and resources to optimize their work processes.
OutStart
Seed Round in 2001
OutStart specializes in social business software and learning systems designed to enhance organizational efficiency and agility. The company offers a range of products, including Evolution LCMS, a learning content management system that facilitates the development and management of learning content. Another key product is ForceTen LCMS, which helps organizations comply with regulations while boosting employee performance and productivity. Additionally, OutStart provides Participate, an enterprise social software platform that harnesses both formal and informal knowledge within organizations. The Desktop Development Suite, which includes OutStart Trainer, allows for the rapid creation of eLearning materials. Through these offerings, OutStart aims to connect individuals with the necessary knowledge and resources to optimize their work processes.
Upromise
Series A in 2000
Upromise, Inc. is a financial services company based in Newton, Massachusetts, that focuses on helping families save for college through a rewards program. Established in 2000, Upromise allows members to earn cash-back rewards from eligible purchases made at various partners, including grocery stores, restaurants, and online retailers. These rewards can be automatically deposited into linked 529 Plan education savings accounts or other financial accounts, enabling users to accumulate savings for education expenses. The platform is designed to support parents, students, and families in achieving their educational financial goals by simplifying the process of saving through everyday spending. Upromise operates as a subsidiary of Prodege, LLC.
Edu.com
Series B in 2000
edu.com is an online platform designed to assist students in locating colleges and universities. It serves as a valuable resource for prospective students by providing comprehensive information about various higher education institutions. Additionally, edu.com offers marketing services that connect Fortune 500 companies with college students, fostering long-term relationships that benefit both parties. By combining education search capabilities with targeted marketing strategies, edu.com plays a significant role in the higher education marketplace.
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