Lightspeed Israel, established in 2006, is a venture capital firm based in Tel Aviv, Israel. It invests in seed, early, and later-stage companies across the information technology and TMT sectors. The firm focuses on supporting innovative Israeli startups, providing capital and strategic guidance to accelerate their growth. Lightspeed Israel typically invests between $2 million to $25 million per company, with a particular interest in enterprise, health, fintech, and consumer sectors. It manages multiple funds, including Lightspeed Venture Partners IX and Lightspeed India Partners I & II, to support its investment activities in Israel and India.
Sarona 4 Zvi Strachilevich Street Tel Aviv 6473957 Israel
Shaurya Aggarwal
Partner
Vaibhav Agrawal
Venture Partner
James Alcorn
Partner
Saqib Awan
Partner
Moritz Baier-Lentz
Partner and Head of Gaming
Mercedes Bent
Partner
Luke Beseda
Partner
Akshay Bhushan
Partner
Taggart Bonham
Partner
Guru Chahal
Partner
Yoni Cheifetz
Partner
Yoni Cheifetz
Partner
Sun Daniel
Partner
Amish Desai
Partner
Sebastian Duesterhoeft
Partner
Barry Eggers
Co-Founder and Partner
Sam Eisler
Partner
James Ephrati
Partner
Jack Fowler
Partner
Aaron Frank
Venture Partner
Adam Goldberg
Venture Partner
Globin Guo
Executive Director
Gaurav Gupta
Partner
David Gussarsky
Partner
Herry Han
Co-Founder and Partner
Lisa Han
Partner
Rob Horton JD
COO
Galym Imanbayev
Partner
Galym Imanbayev MD
Partner
Nnamdi Iregbulem
Partner
Raviraj Jain
Partner
Arif Janmohamed
Partner
Julie Kainz
Partner
Ansaf Kareem
Partner
Alex Kayyal
Partner
Dev Khare
Partner
Issac Kim
Partner
Will Kohler
Partner
Harsha Kumar
Associate Partner
Pinn Lawjindakul
Partner
Pachara Lawjindakul
Partner
Pachara Lawjindakul
Partner
Will Leas
Partner
Jeremy Liew
Partner
Connor Love
Partner
John Luongo
Venture Partner
Natalie Luu
Partner
Naveed Matinfar
Partner
Ravi Mhatre
Co-Founder and Partner
James Mi
Founding Partner
Andrew Moley
Operating Partner and CFO
Tal Morgenstern
Partner
Peter Nieh
Partner and Co-Founder
Justin Overdorff
Partner
Zac Pan
Associate Partner
Apoorva Pandhi
Associate
Krish Parikh
Partner of Business Services
Nicole Quinn
Partner
Adrian Nicholas Radu
Partner
Christopher Schaepe
Co-Founder
Alexander Schmitt
Partner
Shan Shan
Partner
Justin Shen
Partner
Justin Shen
Partner
Shuvi Shrivastava
Partner
Ishaan Preet Singh
Investor
Adam Smith
Partner
Bejul Somaia
Partner
Rahul Taneja
Partner
Alex Taussig
Partner
John Thompson
Venture Partner
Anoushka Vaswani
Partner
Rytis Vitkauskas
Partner
Jason Wang
Vice President
Nathan Wang
Vice President
Nathan Wu
Partner, Growth
Mark Xu
Partner
Cici Yang
Vice President
Jerry Ye
Partner, Data Platform
Haowei Zhai
Vice President
Issac Zhang
Vice President
Ju Zhang
Executive Director
Gavin Zhu
Partner
Hu Peipei
Investment Manager
Past deals in Education
Stimuler
Seed Round in 2025
Stimuler is a language learning platform designed to enhance spoken English skills through artificial intelligence. The application serves as a personal speech coach for non-native speakers, offering detailed feedback on critical speech metrics such as pronunciation, fluency, and confidence. By utilizing an advanced AI engine, Stimuler provides users with guided practice to improve their conversational proficiency. The platform caters to a diverse audience, including entrance examination aspirants, college students, and working professionals, all seeking to enhance their communication abilities. Through its innovative approach, Stimuler aims to empower individuals to achieve greater success in both academic and professional environments.
Emversity
Seed Round in 2025
Emversity is an education organization focused on enhancing employability through vocational courses in the Allied Health Sciences. By developing an education technology platform, Emversity aims to bridge the gap between educational outcomes and industry requirements. The organization collaborates with industry experts to design programs that equip students with essential skills for success in the healthcare sector. Utilizing interactive learning methods, Emversity creates engaging and immersive educational experiences, empowering students with the knowledge and mindset necessary to thrive in a rapidly evolving job market.
Seekho
Series A in 2024
Seekho operates a discovery and learning platform that focuses on creating and sharing educational videos. The platform features engaging, bite-sized content across various categories, including technology, finance, business, self-help, and health, all presented in regional Indian languages. The videos are developed by experts and are professionally curated to provide an enjoyable and effective learning experience for users. This approach allows individuals to learn from concise video segments while also enabling content creators to share their knowledge with a wider audience.
Outsmart Education
Seed Round in 2024
Outsmart Education is a startup operating a stealth-mode education platform. Its mission is to enhance college accessibility and affordability, addressing the challenges posed by rising tuition fees and student loan debt.
Bhanzu
Series B in 2024
Bhanzu is a math-learning platform aimed at fostering interest in math and STEM careers among students of all ages. The platform offers a carefully crafted curriculum that caters to individual learning needs, ensuring a customized educational experience. Bhanzu provides a variety of educational resources, including videos that address common challenges such as math anxiety, particularly for younger learners in grades 1 to 3. By promoting experiential learning and enhancing cognitive abilities, Bhanzu helps students improve their math skills and apply mathematical concepts in real-world situations.
PhysicsWallah
Series B in 2024
PhysicsWallah is an online education platform focused on providing accessible and affordable learning resources for students in India preparing for competitive exams such as JEE and NEET, as well as board exams. The platform features live classes, recorded lectures in subjects like physics and chemistry, and a range of practice modules and test series. By offering dynamic exercises and specialized courses, PhysicsWallah aims to enhance students' understanding of complex concepts and improve their exam readiness. Through its comprehensive approach, the platform seeks to democratize quality education for a broad spectrum of learners.
Emversity
Venture Round in 2023
Emversity is an education organization focused on enhancing employability through vocational courses in the Allied Health Sciences. By developing an education technology platform, Emversity aims to bridge the gap between educational outcomes and industry requirements. The organization collaborates with industry experts to design programs that equip students with essential skills for success in the healthcare sector. Utilizing interactive learning methods, Emversity creates engaging and immersive educational experiences, empowering students with the knowledge and mindset necessary to thrive in a rapidly evolving job market.
Stimuler
Seed Round in 2023
Stimuler is a language learning platform designed to enhance spoken English skills through artificial intelligence. The application serves as a personal speech coach for non-native speakers, offering detailed feedback on critical speech metrics such as pronunciation, fluency, and confidence. By utilizing an advanced AI engine, Stimuler provides users with guided practice to improve their conversational proficiency. The platform caters to a diverse audience, including entrance examination aspirants, college students, and working professionals, all seeking to enhance their communication abilities. Through its innovative approach, Stimuler aims to empower individuals to achieve greater success in both academic and professional environments.
BlueLearn
Seed Round in 2023
Bluelearn is one of India's largest student platforms, designed to enhance skill development through hands-on guided projects and live interactive courses. It enables students to learn new skills, network with peers, and apply for internships through its dedicated internship portal. The platform serves as a valuable resource for over 4,000 companies, agencies, and individuals seeking to hire remote interns and freelancers. Additionally, Bluelearn offers students opportunities to teach online on an hourly basis, allowing them to earn while they learn, thereby supporting both their educational and financial growth.
Bhanzu
Series A in 2022
Bhanzu is a math-learning platform aimed at fostering interest in math and STEM careers among students of all ages. The platform offers a carefully crafted curriculum that caters to individual learning needs, ensuring a customized educational experience. Bhanzu provides a variety of educational resources, including videos that address common challenges such as math anxiety, particularly for younger learners in grades 1 to 3. By promoting experiential learning and enhancing cognitive abilities, Bhanzu helps students improve their math skills and apply mathematical concepts in real-world situations.
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.
Boundless Life
Seed Round in 2022
Boundless Life is a company based in Montreal, Canada, founded in 2021, that specializes in creating travel communities for families, particularly digital nomads. The business provides thoughtfully designed communities in picturesque locations worldwide, featuring location-independent private homes, co-working spaces, and a school system focused on experiential learning. Additionally, Boundless Life incorporates recreational hubs tailored to local cultures, allowing families to connect with one another while exploring diverse environments. By offering these services, the company facilitates sustainable travel experiences that enrich the lives of families and promote cultural immersion.
Bhanzu
Seed Round in 2022
Bhanzu is a math-learning platform aimed at fostering interest in math and STEM careers among students of all ages. The platform offers a carefully crafted curriculum that caters to individual learning needs, ensuring a customized educational experience. Bhanzu provides a variety of educational resources, including videos that address common challenges such as math anxiety, particularly for younger learners in grades 1 to 3. By promoting experiential learning and enhancing cognitive abilities, Bhanzu helps students improve their math skills and apply mathematical concepts in real-world situations.
Handshake
Series F in 2022
Handshake is a career network focused on connecting students and recent graduates with job opportunities. The platform boasts a community of over 10 million users from 1,400 educational institutions, including colleges and boot camps. It links these individuals to more than 750,000 employers across various sectors, aiming to democratize access to career resources. Handshake enhances the recruiting experience for college students, career centers, and employers by providing a scalable and mobile-friendly infrastructure. This approach empowers students with greater access to job opportunities and insights, while offering employers a more efficient means to connect with talent. Additionally, Handshake equips colleges with tools to foster student engagement and improve employment outcomes.
LeetCode
Series A in 2021
LeetCode is an online platform designed to assist IT professionals, particularly software engineers, in enhancing their technical skills and preparing for job interviews. Founded in 2015 by a diverse team from the United States, China, Canada, and India, it serves a wide range of users, including professional engineers, students, and aspiring developers. The platform provides a wealth of resources, including coding challenges, contests, and online assessments, to help users improve their programming capabilities and career prospects. Additionally, LeetCode offers tools that guide users through their learning journey, allowing them to test, debug, and create their own projects online, thereby facilitating their growth and success in the tech industry.
Teachmint
Series B in 2021
Teachmint is an education infrastructure provider that supports a diverse ecosystem of educators and learners worldwide, aiming to enhance learning outcomes. The platform serves over 15 million teachers and students, addressing the comprehensive needs of various educational institutions, including K-12 schools, universities, and tutoring services. Teachmint offers a live tutoring and teaching platform that facilitates live-streaming classrooms and learning management. Its digital tools, available through mobile and web applications, enable two-way streaming video and streamline tutoring management tasks such as marking attendance, creating content, and conducting tests. This empowers educators to deliver engaging classes while allowing students to learn effectively in a digitized environment.
Lanhu
Series C in 2021
Lanhu is a provider of an online product design collaboration platform that serves various industries, including IT, education, finance, communication, and logistics. The platform allows users to upload all resources related to product development, facilitating efficient collaboration among product managers, UI designers, and development teams. By streamlining the design and development process, Lanhu aims to enhance productivity and improve outcomes for its clients.
Geniebook
Series A in 2021
Geniebook is an online learning platform designed to enhance student learning and revision through the use of artificial intelligence. The platform personalizes educational content by providing targeted questions and answers that address individual students' weaknesses, thereby facilitating more effective study sessions. Additionally, Geniebook generates detailed progress reports, allowing parents to monitor their child's academic development and assign appropriate practice materials. By fostering a clear understanding of learning progress and rewarding improvements, Geniebook aims to empower students to master challenging subjects confidently, anytime and anywhere.
Outschool
Series D in 2021
Outschool operates an online platform that facilitates live, interactive learning experiences for children through classes taught by independent teachers. Founded in 2015 and headquartered in San Francisco, the platform connects parents, motivated learners, and educators, allowing families to discover and book a variety of online classes tailored to their interests. The platform caters to a diverse range of educators, including certified teachers and individuals with expertise in various fields. Outschool's model enables parents to select classes and teachers based on their children’s needs, thereby expanding educational opportunities in a cost-effective manner compared to traditional tutoring. The platform emphasizes community building by allowing parents to collaborate on activities and share experiences.
BetterUp
Series E in 2021
BetterUp Inc. is a leadership development company that offers an innovative online platform aimed at enhancing the personal and professional growth of individuals and organizations. Founded in 2013 and headquartered in San Francisco, BetterUp specializes in virtual coaching, providing users with personalized guidance through one-on-one sessions with a network of over 3,000 coaches available in 46 languages across more than 90 countries. The platform focuses on fostering mental fitness, career and leadership development, and social connection, thereby enabling employees to develop new behaviors and skills that promote high performance in a rapidly changing work environment. With a client base that includes prominent organizations such as NASA, Google, and Hilton, BetterUp has established itself as a leader in the field of mental health and coaching. The company is supported by a distinguished Science Board composed of experts in positive psychology and human performance, further enhancing its credibility and impact in the industry.
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.
FrontRow
Series A in 2021
FrontRow is an online learning platform based in Bengaluru, India, established in 2020. It focuses on creative arts, hobbies, and sports, providing a space for individuals to pursue their passions. The platform offers a variety of courses in areas such as cricket, music, and comedy, which are taught by celebrities. In addition to instructional content, FrontRow fosters community engagement through regular activities, competitions, and opportunities for peer interaction, allowing learners to practice and showcase their talents.
Forage
Series B in 2021
Forage Pty. Ltd. operates an open-access virtual experience platform designed to help students explore various career paths through company-endorsed virtual internships. Established in 2016 and headquartered in Sydney, Australia, the company, previously known as Insidesherpa, collaborates with prominent organizations to provide free training courses aimed at enhancing candidates' career skills and visibility. Students can enroll in these company-supported courses to gain practical experience and insight into different industries. With over one million students in its ecosystem, Forage connects learners with opportunities from leading firms such as KPMG, Goldman Sachs, Microsoft, and Deloitte, among others.
Kalam Labs
Pre Seed Round in 2021
Kalam Labs is a live game streaming platform that merges K-12 education with multiplayer gaming. Founded in 2021 and headquartered in Wilmington, Delaware, the company focuses on creating an interactive learning experience for children. Its artificial intelligence platform enables kids to engage in quizzes through entertaining games, specifically targeting those with an interest in astronomy. This innovative approach not only fosters a love for space but also provides young learners with opportunities to participate in real-world space projects in collaboration with leading universities.
BlueLearn
Pre Seed Round in 2021
Bluelearn is one of India's largest student platforms, designed to enhance skill development through hands-on guided projects and live interactive courses. It enables students to learn new skills, network with peers, and apply for internships through its dedicated internship portal. The platform serves as a valuable resource for over 4,000 companies, agencies, and individuals seeking to hire remote interns and freelancers. Additionally, Bluelearn offers students opportunities to teach online on an hourly basis, allowing them to earn while they learn, thereby supporting both their educational and financial growth.
Handshake
Series E in 2021
Handshake is a career network focused on connecting students and recent graduates with job opportunities. The platform boasts a community of over 10 million users from 1,400 educational institutions, including colleges and boot camps. It links these individuals to more than 750,000 employers across various sectors, aiming to democratize access to career resources. Handshake enhances the recruiting experience for college students, career centers, and employers by providing a scalable and mobile-friendly infrastructure. This approach empowers students with greater access to job opportunities and insights, while offering employers a more efficient means to connect with talent. Additionally, Handshake equips colleges with tools to foster student engagement and improve employment outcomes.
Teachmint
Series A in 2021
Teachmint is an education infrastructure provider that supports a diverse ecosystem of educators and learners worldwide, aiming to enhance learning outcomes. The platform serves over 15 million teachers and students, addressing the comprehensive needs of various educational institutions, including K-12 schools, universities, and tutoring services. Teachmint offers a live tutoring and teaching platform that facilitates live-streaming classrooms and learning management. Its digital tools, available through mobile and web applications, enable two-way streaming video and streamline tutoring management tasks such as marking attendance, creating content, and conducting tests. This empowers educators to deliver engaging classes while allowing students to learn effectively in a digitized environment.
Outschool
Series C in 2021
Outschool operates an online platform that facilitates live, interactive learning experiences for children through classes taught by independent teachers. Founded in 2015 and headquartered in San Francisco, the platform connects parents, motivated learners, and educators, allowing families to discover and book a variety of online classes tailored to their interests. The platform caters to a diverse range of educators, including certified teachers and individuals with expertise in various fields. Outschool's model enables parents to select classes and teachers based on their children’s needs, thereby expanding educational opportunities in a cost-effective manner compared to traditional tutoring. The platform emphasizes community building by allowing parents to collaborate on activities and share experiences.
BetterUp
Series D in 2021
BetterUp Inc. is a leadership development company that offers an innovative online platform aimed at enhancing the personal and professional growth of individuals and organizations. Founded in 2013 and headquartered in San Francisco, BetterUp specializes in virtual coaching, providing users with personalized guidance through one-on-one sessions with a network of over 3,000 coaches available in 46 languages across more than 90 countries. The platform focuses on fostering mental fitness, career and leadership development, and social connection, thereby enabling employees to develop new behaviors and skills that promote high performance in a rapidly changing work environment. With a client base that includes prominent organizations such as NASA, Google, and Hilton, BetterUp has established itself as a leader in the field of mental health and coaching. The company is supported by a distinguished Science Board composed of experts in positive psychology and human performance, further enhancing its credibility and impact in the industry.
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.
Flockjay
Series A in 2021
Flockjay, Inc. is an online sales academy based in San Francisco, California, founded in 2018. The company specializes in providing hands-on training for aspiring sales professionals, focusing on both inbound and outbound sales techniques. Their curriculum includes lead qualification, time management, discovery calls, and multi-channel outreach, as well as practical skills like crafting persuasive emails and handling objections. Flockjay also offers modern sales tools training and additional services such as resume workshops, interview coaching, and networking opportunities. Committed to promoting diversity and accessibility in the tech industry, Flockjay connects job seekers from underrepresented communities with high-paying job opportunities at leading companies, ensuring they receive final round interviews. Through its remote learning platform, Flockjay aims to empower individuals to achieve upward mobility in the tech sector.
Teachmint
Seed Round in 2020
Teachmint is an education infrastructure provider that supports a diverse ecosystem of educators and learners worldwide, aiming to enhance learning outcomes. The platform serves over 15 million teachers and students, addressing the comprehensive needs of various educational institutions, including K-12 schools, universities, and tutoring services. Teachmint offers a live tutoring and teaching platform that facilitates live-streaming classrooms and learning management. Its digital tools, available through mobile and web applications, enable two-way streaming video and streamline tutoring management tasks such as marking attendance, creating content, and conducting tests. This empowers educators to deliver engaging classes while allowing students to learn effectively in a digitized environment.
Handshake
Series D in 2020
Handshake is a career network focused on connecting students and recent graduates with job opportunities. The platform boasts a community of over 10 million users from 1,400 educational institutions, including colleges and boot camps. It links these individuals to more than 750,000 employers across various sectors, aiming to democratize access to career resources. Handshake enhances the recruiting experience for college students, career centers, and employers by providing a scalable and mobile-friendly infrastructure. This approach empowers students with greater access to job opportunities and insights, while offering employers a more efficient means to connect with talent. Additionally, Handshake equips colleges with tools to foster student engagement and improve employment outcomes.
Outschool
Series B in 2020
Outschool operates an online platform that facilitates live, interactive learning experiences for children through classes taught by independent teachers. Founded in 2015 and headquartered in San Francisco, the platform connects parents, motivated learners, and educators, allowing families to discover and book a variety of online classes tailored to their interests. The platform caters to a diverse range of educators, including certified teachers and individuals with expertise in various fields. Outschool's model enables parents to select classes and teachers based on their children’s needs, thereby expanding educational opportunities in a cost-effective manner compared to traditional tutoring. The platform emphasizes community building by allowing parents to collaborate on activities and share experiences.
Forage
Series A in 2020
Forage Pty. Ltd. operates an open-access virtual experience platform designed to help students explore various career paths through company-endorsed virtual internships. Established in 2016 and headquartered in Sydney, Australia, the company, previously known as Insidesherpa, collaborates with prominent organizations to provide free training courses aimed at enhancing candidates' career skills and visibility. Students can enroll in these company-supported courses to gain practical experience and insight into different industries. With over one million students in its ecosystem, Forage connects learners with opportunities from leading firms such as KPMG, Goldman Sachs, Microsoft, and Deloitte, among others.
Lele Ketang
Series C in 2020
Lele Ketang is an online education platform based in Beijing, China, founded in 2014. The company specializes in K-12 education, focusing primarily on primary school subjects such as math and language. Lele Ketang offers a variety of online training courses designed for primary and secondary school students, featuring three-minute video lectures and gamification elements to enhance the learning experience. Additionally, the platform provides one-on-one learning opportunities, allowing for personalized instruction tailored to individual student needs.
FrontRow
Venture Round in 2020
FrontRow is an online learning platform based in Bengaluru, India, established in 2020. It focuses on creative arts, hobbies, and sports, providing a space for individuals to pursue their passions. The platform offers a variety of courses in areas such as cricket, music, and comedy, which are taught by celebrities. In addition to instructional content, FrontRow fosters community engagement through regular activities, competitions, and opportunities for peer interaction, allowing learners to practice and showcase their talents.
Lanhu
Series A in 2019
Lanhu is a provider of an online product design collaboration platform that serves various industries, including IT, education, finance, communication, and logistics. The platform allows users to upload all resources related to product development, facilitating efficient collaboration among product managers, UI designers, and development teams. By streamlining the design and development process, Lanhu aims to enhance productivity and improve outcomes for its clients.
Ucaidao
Venture Round in 2019
Ucaidao was launched in 2016 to provide paid investment information. Its business involves two parts: the "exclusive information" about the market’s cutting-edge opportunities and first-hand news, and the "investment boutique courses" which provide investment skills summarized by specialists in the investment field.
Classplus
Venture Round in 2019
Classplus, founded in 2015 and based in Delhi, India, is a mobile-first software as a service (SaaS) platform designed to support private coaching institutes in managing their operations. The platform enables tutors to connect seamlessly with students and parents while providing features for video distribution, payment processing, communication, and online assessments. Additionally, Classplus offers analytics on student performance and empowers educators to create, monetize, and market their content through personalized branded applications. This comprehensive approach aims to enhance the teaching experience and help coaching businesses grow in a digital landscape.
Flockjay
Seed Round in 2019
Flockjay, Inc. is an online sales academy based in San Francisco, California, founded in 2018. The company specializes in providing hands-on training for aspiring sales professionals, focusing on both inbound and outbound sales techniques. Their curriculum includes lead qualification, time management, discovery calls, and multi-channel outreach, as well as practical skills like crafting persuasive emails and handling objections. Flockjay also offers modern sales tools training and additional services such as resume workshops, interview coaching, and networking opportunities. Committed to promoting diversity and accessibility in the tech industry, Flockjay connects job seekers from underrepresented communities with high-paying job opportunities at leading companies, ensuring they receive final round interviews. Through its remote learning platform, Flockjay aims to empower individuals to achieve upward mobility in the tech sector.
Spark Education
Series D in 2019
Spark Education is a global online education company that focuses on developing critical thinking skills in children through interactive live instruction, animations, and games. Founded in 2018, it has quickly gained traction, attracting over half a million users worldwide. The company’s offerings include various educational platforms such as Spark Math, which combines Singapore Math with Common Core standards, and Spark Chinese for language learning. Additionally, Spark Education encompasses Huohua Siwei, an online Chinese-language learning service, Allschool, an online marketplace that connects teachers and learners, and ClassPod, which facilitates interactive small-group classes. The organization is backed by prominent investors and aims to inspire a passion for learning and foster lifelong growth in its students.
Multiverse
Series A in 2019
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.
Career Karma
Seed Round in 2019
Career Karma, Inc. is a company that provides an application designed to help individuals discover coding courses and bootcamps. The platform enables users to browse a wide range of programs in areas such as web development, software engineering, data science, cybersecurity, and more. By offering free coaching and peer mentorship, Career Karma supports over 150,000 members in navigating their career transitions. The application features a directory of approximately 9,000 bootcamps and trade schools, allowing users to compare courses and read student reviews to find the best fit for their needs. Additionally, the mobile app facilitates connections with current students and alumni, further assisting users in preparing for admission and achieving their career goals. Founded in 2018 and based in San Francisco, California, Career Karma aims to empower individuals from diverse backgrounds to enhance their skills and advance their careers in technology.
BetterUp
Series C in 2019
BetterUp Inc. is a leadership development company that offers an innovative online platform aimed at enhancing the personal and professional growth of individuals and organizations. Founded in 2013 and headquartered in San Francisco, BetterUp specializes in virtual coaching, providing users with personalized guidance through one-on-one sessions with a network of over 3,000 coaches available in 46 languages across more than 90 countries. The platform focuses on fostering mental fitness, career and leadership development, and social connection, thereby enabling employees to develop new behaviors and skills that promote high performance in a rapidly changing work environment. With a client base that includes prominent organizations such as NASA, Google, and Hilton, BetterUp has established itself as a leader in the field of mental health and coaching. The company is supported by a distinguished Science Board composed of experts in positive psychology and human performance, further enhancing its credibility and impact in the industry.
Spark Education
Series C in 2019
Spark Education is a global online education company that focuses on developing critical thinking skills in children through interactive live instruction, animations, and games. Founded in 2018, it has quickly gained traction, attracting over half a million users worldwide. The company’s offerings include various educational platforms such as Spark Math, which combines Singapore Math with Common Core standards, and Spark Chinese for language learning. Additionally, Spark Education encompasses Huohua Siwei, an online Chinese-language learning service, Allschool, an online marketplace that connects teachers and learners, and ClassPod, which facilitates interactive small-group classes. The organization is backed by prominent investors and aims to inspire a passion for learning and foster lifelong growth in its students.
Putao ABC
Angel Round in 2018
Beijing Putao Technology Co., Ltd. operates Putao ABC, an English education platform focused on children aged 4 to 12. Founded in 2018 and headquartered in China, the company aims to enhance the quality and accessibility of education through innovative technology. Putao ABC develops intelligent interactive English learning products, utilizing advanced artificial intelligence and internet-based strategies. By leveraging quality educational resources, the platform seeks to reduce the costs associated with English learning courses, making them more accessible to a broader audience. The company's mission emphasizes the importance of helping children grow and learn effectively in a digital age.
Encantos
Pre Seed Round in 2018
Encantos Media Studios is an entertainment and educational company based in Culver City, California, with additional offices in Los Angeles and New York. Founded in 2015, Encantos creates a diverse range of content, including apps, books, toys, and videos, aimed at empowering creatives to tell their stories. The company connects children with skilled storytellers through an online platform designed to teach essential 21st-century skills. Encantos has garnered recognition through numerous awards and accolades from prestigious organizations such as CNN, Forbes, and The New York Times, highlighting its commitment to quality educational content and innovation in children's media.
Handshake
Series C in 2018
Handshake is a career network focused on connecting students and recent graduates with job opportunities. The platform boasts a community of over 10 million users from 1,400 educational institutions, including colleges and boot camps. It links these individuals to more than 750,000 employers across various sectors, aiming to democratize access to career resources. Handshake enhances the recruiting experience for college students, career centers, and employers by providing a scalable and mobile-friendly infrastructure. This approach empowers students with greater access to job opportunities and insights, while offering employers a more efficient means to connect with talent. Additionally, Handshake equips colleges with tools to foster student engagement and improve employment outcomes.
Multiverse
Seed Round in 2018
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.
Kangaroo Mama
Series A in 2018
Kangaroo Mama is a childcare service provider based in Shanghai, China, specializing in professional daycare for children up to three years old. Founded in 2016, the company addresses the needs of working parents in first-tier cities by offering a range of services, including infant care, evening care for children aged three to six, and temporary care during summer and winter vacations. Kangaroo Mama focuses on fostering cognitive, language, awareness, and social skills in young children, ensuring a reliable and beneficial environment for their development.
Spark Education
Series B in 2018
Spark Education is a global online education company that focuses on developing critical thinking skills in children through interactive live instruction, animations, and games. Founded in 2018, it has quickly gained traction, attracting over half a million users worldwide. The company’s offerings include various educational platforms such as Spark Math, which combines Singapore Math with Common Core standards, and Spark Chinese for language learning. Additionally, Spark Education encompasses Huohua Siwei, an online Chinese-language learning service, Allschool, an online marketplace that connects teachers and learners, and ClassPod, which facilitates interactive small-group classes. The organization is backed by prominent investors and aims to inspire a passion for learning and foster lifelong growth in its students.
Spark Education
Series B in 2018
Spark Education is a global online education company that focuses on developing critical thinking skills in children through interactive live instruction, animations, and games. Founded in 2018, it has quickly gained traction, attracting over half a million users worldwide. The company’s offerings include various educational platforms such as Spark Math, which combines Singapore Math with Common Core standards, and Spark Chinese for language learning. Additionally, Spark Education encompasses Huohua Siwei, an online Chinese-language learning service, Allschool, an online marketplace that connects teachers and learners, and ClassPod, which facilitates interactive small-group classes. The organization is backed by prominent investors and aims to inspire a passion for learning and foster lifelong growth in its students.
BetterUp
Series B in 2018
BetterUp Inc. is a leadership development company that offers an innovative online platform aimed at enhancing the personal and professional growth of individuals and organizations. Founded in 2013 and headquartered in San Francisco, BetterUp specializes in virtual coaching, providing users with personalized guidance through one-on-one sessions with a network of over 3,000 coaches available in 46 languages across more than 90 countries. The platform focuses on fostering mental fitness, career and leadership development, and social connection, thereby enabling employees to develop new behaviors and skills that promote high performance in a rapidly changing work environment. With a client base that includes prominent organizations such as NASA, Google, and Hilton, BetterUp has established itself as a leader in the field of mental health and coaching. The company is supported by a distinguished Science Board composed of experts in positive psychology and human performance, further enhancing its credibility and impact in the industry.
Spiritual Wealth Club
Series B in 2018
Spiritual Wealth Club is a reading community that promotes reading through mobile apps videos and audio book summaries. Fanden Reading offers one-stop solutions to various training institutions and schools for all stages of K12, improving parents' family education concepts, accompanying children's reading and learning inside and outside of class, and assisting schools with various educational activities. The output content is classified and aggregated based on user characteristics to provide you with a comprehensive set of reading industry solutions that are easy to access in order to create a more personalized reading experience. Fan Deng, a teacher, toured the country to give a lecture on "Knowledge Evolution," which was broadcast 400 million times across the entire network.
51WORLD
Series B in 2017
51WORLD is a Beijing-based company specializing in virtual reality, augmented reality, digital twin technology, and artificial intelligence solutions across various sectors, including real estate, automotive, and education. Founded in 2015, it aims to create a comprehensive Digital Twin World by integrating physical and industrial simulations with cloud computing and AI. Its flagship offerings include virtual reality software for enterprise content, augmented reality tools for real estate applications, and Real Hugo, a virtual assistant powered by advanced AI. The company's digital twin platform supports nearly 1,000 government and enterprise clients in over 100 cities, facilitating the transition to digitalization and helping develop smart city infrastructures. Notable projects include applications in national development areas and various sectors like transportation and energy. 51WORLD also provides data analytics services and maintains a global presence with offices in locations such as San Francisco, Tel Aviv, and London.
Clark
Seed Round in 2017
Clark, Inc. operates an online platform designed for independent educators and tutors, providing a virtual assistant that manages daily activities through SMS, email, and a mobile application. The platform facilitates connections between tutors, students, and parents, allowing for efficient communication and progress reporting. Additionally, Clark offers various support services for tutors, including scheduling sessions and ensuring timely payments. Founded in 2016 and headquartered in New York, the company aims to streamline operations for individual tutors and larger tutoring agencies, enabling them to focus on teaching rather than administrative tasks. As of September 2019, Clark, Inc. functions as a subsidiary of Noodle Education, Inc.
Mama+
Series C in 2017
MAMA+ aims to help more mothers "become a better mother," for the benefit of family and society as a concept, is committed to "serve for mothers"; the same time, Internet technology and family relations research as a dual-driven, brought together many passionate technical talent. Researchers who can feel empathy with their mothers are all motivated by their mothers' needs and insist on using their strength to make their feelings come true so as to realize more value for their mothers.
Handshake
Series B in 2016
Handshake is a career network focused on connecting students and recent graduates with job opportunities. The platform boasts a community of over 10 million users from 1,400 educational institutions, including colleges and boot camps. It links these individuals to more than 750,000 employers across various sectors, aiming to democratize access to career resources. Handshake enhances the recruiting experience for college students, career centers, and employers by providing a scalable and mobile-friendly infrastructure. This approach empowers students with greater access to job opportunities and insights, while offering employers a more efficient means to connect with talent. Additionally, Handshake equips colleges with tools to foster student engagement and improve employment outcomes.
BYJU'S
Series D in 2016
BYJU'S is a prominent global ed-tech company founded in India in 2011, dedicated to providing adaptive and engaging learning solutions to over 150 million students worldwide. The company aims to make high-quality education accessible to learners of all ages through its flagship product, BYJU's: The Learning App, and a diverse portfolio that includes brands such as Disney-BYJU's Early Learn, BYJU's FutureSchool, and WhiteHat Jr. BYJU'S employs personalized learning methodologies that cater to individual learning styles and paces, supported by a network of over 12,000 teachers. The platform utilizes original content, watch-and-learn videos, animations, and interactive simulations to create a contextual and practical learning experience. Additionally, BYJU'S has formed innovative partnerships with major companies like Disney and Google to enhance engagement. Headquartered in India, BYJU'S operates in more than 21 countries and offers programs in over 8 languages, further solidifying its position as a leader in the education technology sector.
Spark Education
Series A in 2016
Spark Education is a global online education company that focuses on developing critical thinking skills in children through interactive live instruction, animations, and games. Founded in 2018, it has quickly gained traction, attracting over half a million users worldwide. The company’s offerings include various educational platforms such as Spark Math, which combines Singapore Math with Common Core standards, and Spark Chinese for language learning. Additionally, Spark Education encompasses Huohua Siwei, an online Chinese-language learning service, Allschool, an online marketplace that connects teachers and learners, and ClassPod, which facilitates interactive small-group classes. The organization is backed by prominent investors and aims to inspire a passion for learning and foster lifelong growth in its students.
Mama+
Series B in 2016
MAMA+ aims to help more mothers "become a better mother," for the benefit of family and society as a concept, is committed to "serve for mothers"; the same time, Internet technology and family relations research as a dual-driven, brought together many passionate technical talent. Researchers who can feel empathy with their mothers are all motivated by their mothers' needs and insist on using their strength to make their feelings come true so as to realize more value for their mothers.
BYJU'S
Series C in 2016
BYJU'S is a prominent global ed-tech company founded in India in 2011, dedicated to providing adaptive and engaging learning solutions to over 150 million students worldwide. The company aims to make high-quality education accessible to learners of all ages through its flagship product, BYJU's: The Learning App, and a diverse portfolio that includes brands such as Disney-BYJU's Early Learn, BYJU's FutureSchool, and WhiteHat Jr. BYJU'S employs personalized learning methodologies that cater to individual learning styles and paces, supported by a network of over 12,000 teachers. The platform utilizes original content, watch-and-learn videos, animations, and interactive simulations to create a contextual and practical learning experience. Additionally, BYJU'S has formed innovative partnerships with major companies like Disney and Google to enhance engagement. Headquartered in India, BYJU'S operates in more than 21 countries and offers programs in over 8 languages, further solidifying its position as a leader in the education technology sector.
Handshake
Series A in 2016
Handshake is a career network focused on connecting students and recent graduates with job opportunities. The platform boasts a community of over 10 million users from 1,400 educational institutions, including colleges and boot camps. It links these individuals to more than 750,000 employers across various sectors, aiming to democratize access to career resources. Handshake enhances the recruiting experience for college students, career centers, and employers by providing a scalable and mobile-friendly infrastructure. This approach empowers students with greater access to job opportunities and insights, while offering employers a more efficient means to connect with talent. Additionally, Handshake equips colleges with tools to foster student engagement and improve employment outcomes.
BYJU'S
Venture Round in 2016
BYJU'S is a prominent global ed-tech company founded in India in 2011, dedicated to providing adaptive and engaging learning solutions to over 150 million students worldwide. The company aims to make high-quality education accessible to learners of all ages through its flagship product, BYJU's: The Learning App, and a diverse portfolio that includes brands such as Disney-BYJU's Early Learn, BYJU's FutureSchool, and WhiteHat Jr. BYJU'S employs personalized learning methodologies that cater to individual learning styles and paces, supported by a network of over 12,000 teachers. The platform utilizes original content, watch-and-learn videos, animations, and interactive simulations to create a contextual and practical learning experience. Additionally, BYJU'S has formed innovative partnerships with major companies like Disney and Google to enhance engagement. Headquartered in India, BYJU'S operates in more than 21 countries and offers programs in over 8 languages, further solidifying its position as a leader in the education technology sector.
Mama+
Series B in 2015
MAMA+ aims to help more mothers "become a better mother," for the benefit of family and society as a concept, is committed to "serve for mothers"; the same time, Internet technology and family relations research as a dual-driven, brought together many passionate technical talent. Researchers who can feel empathy with their mothers are all motivated by their mothers' needs and insist on using their strength to make their feelings come true so as to realize more value for their mothers.
51WORLD
Series A in 2015
51WORLD is a Beijing-based company specializing in virtual reality, augmented reality, digital twin technology, and artificial intelligence solutions across various sectors, including real estate, automotive, and education. Founded in 2015, it aims to create a comprehensive Digital Twin World by integrating physical and industrial simulations with cloud computing and AI. Its flagship offerings include virtual reality software for enterprise content, augmented reality tools for real estate applications, and Real Hugo, a virtual assistant powered by advanced AI. The company's digital twin platform supports nearly 1,000 government and enterprise clients in over 100 cities, facilitating the transition to digitalization and helping develop smart city infrastructures. Notable projects include applications in national development areas and various sectors like transportation and energy. 51WORLD also provides data analytics services and maintains a global presence with offices in locations such as San Francisco, Tel Aviv, and London.
Handshake
Seed Round in 2015
Handshake is a career network focused on connecting students and recent graduates with job opportunities. The platform boasts a community of over 10 million users from 1,400 educational institutions, including colleges and boot camps. It links these individuals to more than 750,000 employers across various sectors, aiming to democratize access to career resources. Handshake enhances the recruiting experience for college students, career centers, and employers by providing a scalable and mobile-friendly infrastructure. This approach empowers students with greater access to job opportunities and insights, while offering employers a more efficient means to connect with talent. Additionally, Handshake equips colleges with tools to foster student engagement and improve employment outcomes.
Duck Duck Moose
Series A in 2012
Duck Duck Moose is an award-winning creator of educational mobile apps for children. Founded in 2008, the company has created 21 top-selling titles and has received 21 Parents’ Choice Awards, 18 Children’s Technology Review Awards, 12 Tech with Kids’ Best Pick App Awards, and a KAPi award for “Best Children’s App” at the International Consumer Electronics Show. Duck Duck Moose is now a subsidiary of Khan Academy, a nonprofit with a mission to provide a free, world-class education for anyone, anywhere.
Orbis Education
Series B in 2010
Orbis Education specializes in creating and managing collaborative nursing education solutions aimed at addressing nursing workforce shortages. The company partners with leading nursing schools to offer flexible, customized online nursing programs at the baccalaureate level, which are complemented by traditional on-site clinical education. By facilitating operations, management, and student recruitment, Orbis supports the growth of these programs while ensuring academic quality and student preparedness. Its partnerships include notable institutions and healthcare organizations, enabling both students and healthcare systems to benefit from high-quality educational offerings.
TutorVista
Series C in 2009
TutorVista Global Pvt. Ltd. is a global education services company based in Bangalore, India, specializing in online tutoring. The company offers personalized teaching in subjects such as math, science, and English, catering to students' individual academic needs. Through its online platform, TutorVista provides both homework help and comprehensive tutoring, focusing on both fundamental and advanced concepts. The service aims to support students in achieving their short and long-term academic goals. In January 2011, TutorVista was acquired by Pearson Education, further enhancing its reach and resources in the education sector.
Beifang
Series A in 2008
Beifang is an automobile education center. They create assessment centers, including 5G unmanned driving, electric new energy, and hybrid vehicle training bases, and integrate internationalization. They provide auto repair education services.
TutorVista
Venture Round in 2008
TutorVista Global Pvt. Ltd. is a global education services company based in Bangalore, India, specializing in online tutoring. The company offers personalized teaching in subjects such as math, science, and English, catering to students' individual academic needs. Through its online platform, TutorVista provides both homework help and comprehensive tutoring, focusing on both fundamental and advanced concepts. The service aims to support students in achieving their short and long-term academic goals. In January 2011, TutorVista was acquired by Pearson Education, further enhancing its reach and resources in the education sector.
TutorVista
Series B in 2006
TutorVista Global Pvt. Ltd. is a global education services company based in Bangalore, India, specializing in online tutoring. The company offers personalized teaching in subjects such as math, science, and English, catering to students' individual academic needs. Through its online platform, TutorVista provides both homework help and comprehensive tutoring, focusing on both fundamental and advanced concepts. The service aims to support students in achieving their short and long-term academic goals. In January 2011, TutorVista was acquired by Pearson Education, further enhancing its reach and resources in the education sector.
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