HowNow Ltd is an EdTech company based in Barking, United Kingdom, founded in 2016. It operates an e-learning platform that connects experts and learners through interactive live video lessons. The platform facilitates real-time communication between teachers and students, allowing for face-to-face instruction across various subjects, including arts, business, music, health, languages, and culinary arts. With a network of over 400 experts teaching in 33 countries, HowNow aims to create immersive learning experiences that replicate in-person interactions. Additionally, the platform employs artificial intelligence to tailor learning recommendations to the needs of companies and their employees, enhancing productivity and skill development.
Acadeum is a developer of the Academic Sharing Platform, which facilitates course sharing among universities. Founded in 2016 and headquartered in Austin, Texas, the company, previously known as College Consortium, aims to enhance accessibility to higher education by creating a marketplace where students can select online courses from a network of participating institutions. This platform allows faculty to review and choose courses that fulfill graduation requirements and financial aid eligibility. By supporting the formation of course-sharing consortia, Acadeum collaborates with various educational organizations, such as the Council of Independent Colleges and the Council for Christian Colleges & Universities, to provide students with diverse educational opportunities and help them progress toward graduation.
Plum.io
Convertible Note in 2023
Plum.io, Inc. is a Canadian software company that has developed a recruitment platform leveraging data-driven assessments to match job candidates with organizational needs. Established in 2012 and formerly known as Cream.HR, the company aims to enhance talent acquisition and management processes through its software as a service (SaaS) offerings. Plum's platform provides tools for workforce re-organization, planning, succession, and employee development, enabling organizations to quantify job fit and improve hiring quality. By focusing on objective data, Plum facilitates personalized career insights and helps create high-performing teams. The company has received recognition in the HR industry, including awards for its innovative technology.
HowNow Ltd is an EdTech company based in Barking, United Kingdom, founded in 2016. It operates an e-learning platform that connects experts and learners through interactive live video lessons. The platform facilitates real-time communication between teachers and students, allowing for face-to-face instruction across various subjects, including arts, business, music, health, languages, and culinary arts. With a network of over 400 experts teaching in 33 countries, HowNow aims to create immersive learning experiences that replicate in-person interactions. Additionally, the platform employs artificial intelligence to tailor learning recommendations to the needs of companies and their employees, enhancing productivity and skill development.
For over 40 years, PDRI has sustained a global reputation for excellence by transforming new, evidence-based insights into innovative talent management solutions that enable organizations and the people in them to thrive. PDRI's well known thought leaders work hand-in-hand with its solution design, product development, and implementation experts to bring organizations new ideas, innovative practices, and next generation technology-enabled products that address gaps and challenges missed by other talent management solutions.
Mondly
Acquisition in 2022
Mondly is a leading language education company that aims to transform language learning through innovative technology. With over 30 million users across more than 190 countries, Mondly offers a comprehensive suite of applications, including web, Android, iOS, and virtual reality platforms. The company's approach integrates advanced technologies such as artificial intelligence, speech recognition, and chatbots, which create immersive and interactive learning experiences. Users engage in realistic conversations with virtual characters, making the process of learning new languages enjoyable and effective. Mondly has been recognized for its excellence, receiving accolades such as "App of the Year" from Facebook in 2017, and continues to expand its offerings to include a wide range of languages, from English to Chinese and beyond.
Clutch Prep
Acquisition in 2022
Clutch Prep is an educational company based in Miami, Florida, founded in 2010. It specializes in providing video tutoring that aligns with college textbooks, offering resources in subjects such as chemistry, organic chemistry, physics, statistics, and calculus. Clutch Prep aims to enhance student learning by delivering straightforward explanations, relevant examples, and ample practice opportunities. The company's mission is to help students succeed academically by challenging traditional curriculum approaches and creating impactful learning experiences.
Talespin Reality Labs
Series C in 2022
Talespin Reality Labs is a company focused on developing a spatial computing platform designed to enhance talent development and skills mobility in the evolving workplace. Established in 2015, Talespin offers a comprehensive solution for enterprise customers and individuals to create, distribute, and assess the effectiveness of immersive learning content. The platform serves various industries, including healthcare and manufacturing, by providing training applications and augmented reality performance support tools. By integrating expertise in immersive technology, Talespin aims to improve workforce insights and foster a collaborative, inclusive, and productive work environment, ultimately bridging the gap between learning and practical application.
Credly
Acquisition in 2022
Credly, Inc. operates a digital credentialing platform that verifies, shares, and manages digital badges and credentials, representing a wide array of verified skills, abilities, and certifications. Founded in 2012 and based in New York, the company serves educational institutions, companies, and professional associations, facilitating a common understanding of individuals' knowledge and competencies. Credly's platform is utilized by thousands of employers and training organizations to transform learning experiences into professional opportunities through trusted, portable digital credentials. The company provides tools that generate data-driven insights to help organizations identify skills gaps and enhance talent management. With its intuitive dashboard and achievement recognition system, Credly supports businesses in making informed hiring decisions, delivering engaging training, and retaining skilled members.
Faethm
Acquisition in 2021
Faethm is a unique SaaS platform that specializes in providing employers and policymakers with essential data, analytics, and tools to navigate the future of work. Central to its offerings is the Faethm AI Engine and Platform, recognized as a leading data source on workforce dynamics. This platform combines proprietary analytics with client data to forecast the effects of emerging technologies and other significant factors, such as the COVID-19 pandemic, on various jobs, workforces, and industries. By leveraging this information, clients can validate and prioritize their digital transformation strategies, develop informed policies, and make optimal investment decisions to enhance productivity and adapt to changing workforce needs.
Smashcut, established in 2016 by Daniel Blackman, former executive at Google and YouTube, is an education technology company specializing in developing a next-generation learning platform tailored for video-centric, collaborative education. The company partners with educational brands to create and deliver customized online programs, featuring real-time student project review via live one-on-one video sessions with instructors across diverse academic disciplines.
Holberton School
Series B in 2021
Holberton School is an innovative educational institution that serves as a project-based alternative to traditional college for aspiring software engineers. Founded in 2016 by Sylvain Kalache and Julien Barbier, it offers a rigorous two-year program designed to train students as full-stack software engineers. The curriculum emphasizes hands-on learning and collaborative problem-solving, allowing students to engage in real-world projects and develop their own applications. With campuses in San Francisco, New Haven, Bogotá, and Medellín, Holberton School combines modern educational techniques and tools to equip learners with the essential skills needed to thrive in the technology sector. Its approach fosters creativity and teamwork, enabling students to effectively tackle practical challenges in their future careers.
Spotlight
Acquisition in 2021
Spotlight is a business intelligence company based in Davis, California, that specializes in the education sector. The company has developed proprietary software that transforms educational data into natural language, producing narrative text-based reports and personalized videos for everyday users. This innovative approach aims to make complex data more accessible and actionable. Spotlight has established paid partnerships with prominent organizations in education, including ETS, the College Board, and NWEA, as well as significant school districts such as Oakland Unified, Long Beach Unified, and Green Dot Public Schools. Through its online education data analytics platform, Spotlight enables users to gain insights and enhance their educational experiences.
Springboard
Series B in 2020
Springboard is an online learning platform focused on preparing students for careers in the technology sector. It provides a comprehensive workforce upskilling program that combines expert mentorship, a cutting-edge curriculum, and personalized support. Aimed primarily at working professionals seeking to advance their skills or transition into new careers, Springboard offers self-paced courses in areas such as data science, UX design, and software engineering. The platform emphasizes job readiness, featuring a data science career track with a job guarantee that promises employment within six months of graduation, or a full tuition refund. With a commitment to making quality education accessible, Springboard equips its students to develop industry-relevant skills through practical projects, including capstone portfolios that showcase their expertise.
Smart Sparrow
Acquisition in 2020
Smart Sparrow is an e-learning platform that facilitates the creation of interactive and adaptive courseware for a variety of subjects, including digital literacy, computer sciences, finance, and soft skills. Founded in 2010 by Ariel Shoham, Dror Ben-Haim, Shaowei Ho, and Zack Belinson, the company is headquartered in Surry Hills, Australia, with an additional office in San Francisco, California. Smart Sparrow's platform features a dynamic, drag-and-drop authoring tool compatible with any web browser, allowing educators to design personalized learning experiences. This tool enables real-time collaboration and provides access to pre-made templates, streamlining the course creation process. The company serves a diverse range of institutions both locally and internationally.
Knowledge to Practice
Venture Round in 2020
Knowledge to Practice is an education technology company based in Bethesda, United States, founded in 2014. The company focuses on enhancing postgraduate medical education by providing self-directed learning solutions and self-assessment tools that help identify knowledge gaps among clinicians. Its platform employs advanced learning techniques and digital technology to deliver personalized curricula aimed at improving clinical judgment, critical thinking, and patient care. By enabling physicians to improve their performance and reduce variations in care, Knowledge to Practice fosters a more effective and efficient healthcare environment. The company's offerings include repeatable content modules, facilitating continuous learning and professional development for healthcare professionals.
Springboard
Series A in 2019
Springboard is an online learning platform focused on preparing students for careers in the technology sector. It provides a comprehensive workforce upskilling program that combines expert mentorship, a cutting-edge curriculum, and personalized support. Aimed primarily at working professionals seeking to advance their skills or transition into new careers, Springboard offers self-paced courses in areas such as data science, UX design, and software engineering. The platform emphasizes job readiness, featuring a data science career track with a job guarantee that promises employment within six months of graduation, or a full tuition refund. With a commitment to making quality education accessible, Springboard equips its students to develop industry-relevant skills through practical projects, including capstone portfolios that showcase their expertise.
Knowledge to Practice
Venture Round in 2019
Knowledge to Practice is an education technology company based in Bethesda, United States, founded in 2014. The company focuses on enhancing postgraduate medical education by providing self-directed learning solutions and self-assessment tools that help identify knowledge gaps among clinicians. Its platform employs advanced learning techniques and digital technology to deliver personalized curricula aimed at improving clinical judgment, critical thinking, and patient care. By enabling physicians to improve their performance and reduce variations in care, Knowledge to Practice fosters a more effective and efficient healthcare environment. The company's offerings include repeatable content modules, facilitating continuous learning and professional development for healthcare professionals.
Lumerit Education
Acquisition in 2019
Lumerit Education, LLC is an educational organization that specializes in creating customized degree and course progression plans tailored to individual student needs. Founded in 2004 and headquartered in San Antonio, Texas, the company aims to assist students globally in achieving their academic and career goals while earning a college degree. Lumerit offers the Lumerit Scholar program, which provides a flexible approach for students to earn a bachelor’s degree, and the Degree Manager software platform, which helps students explore various options for obtaining college credits. With a focus on personalizing educational pathways, Lumerit Education has served over 11,000 students across all 50 states and in 23 countries, utilizing a diverse range of credit sources to accommodate different learning styles, financial considerations, and life circumstances.
Secondmind
Series B in 2019
Secondmind Ltd. is a software development company based in Cambridge, United Kingdom, founded in 2016. The company specializes in machine learning technology to assist automotive innovators in designing cleaner, more sustainable vehicles. Its core product, the Secondmind Decision Engine, is a cloud-based platform that empowers users to predict, plan, and manage complex decisions while navigating the intricacies of engineering design, particularly during the transition to electrification. By leveraging advanced machine learning algorithms, Secondmind aims to enhance the design, development, and driving experience of vehicles, ultimately contributing to the goal of carbon-neutral mobility. Formerly known as Prowler.io Limited, the company rebranded in October 2020 and has established itself as a leader in applying practical machine learning research to the automotive sector.
Credly, Inc. operates a digital credentialing platform that verifies, shares, and manages digital badges and credentials, representing a wide array of verified skills, abilities, and certifications. Founded in 2012 and based in New York, the company serves educational institutions, companies, and professional associations, facilitating a common understanding of individuals' knowledge and competencies. Credly's platform is utilized by thousands of employers and training organizations to transform learning experiences into professional opportunities through trusted, portable digital credentials. The company provides tools that generate data-driven insights to help organizations identify skills gaps and enhance talent management. With its intuitive dashboard and achievement recognition system, Credly supports businesses in making informed hiring decisions, delivering engaging training, and retaining skilled members.
Integrated Analytics
Acquisition in 2016
Integrated Analytic brings decades of experience in the global financial markets and technology to provide unique guidance using vast real world experience and complex data and statistical analysis capabilities. Our unique expertise in the financial and IT fields enables Integrated Analytic to provide proven solutions that empower our clients to improve performance and resolve complex issues.
Inkling Systems
Series D in 2015
Inkling Systems, Inc. is a San Francisco-based company that specializes in cloud publishing platforms designed to create and publish interactive content. Its primary offerings include Inkling Knowledge, a mobile workforce enablement platform that facilitates the creation and distribution of training materials; Inkling Notices, which allows users to share updates and analyze engagement with field workers; Inkling Collaboration, a platform aimed at enhancing in-store execution through connectivity among frontline employees; and Learning Pathways, which guides employees through training processes while enabling managers to track and verify skills. Inkling's solutions cater to various sectors, including field reference, sales enablement, retail operations, training, and franchise operations. Founded in 2009 and originally named Standard Nine Inc., the company rebranded to Inkling Systems, Inc. in June 2011.
Sudiksha
Seed Round in 2014
Sudiksha Knowledge Solutions Pvt. Ltd. is a social entrepreneurship initiative focused on improving educational standards in India, particularly for underprivileged children. The company operates a network of affordable preschools that provide a holistic curriculum designed to foster cognitive, social, and linguistic development during the crucial formative years of early childhood. By leveraging innovative teaching methods and a research-driven approach, Sudiksha serves as a social laboratory, continually refining its educational practices to enhance learning outcomes. The initiative aims to revolutionize the educational landscape, ensuring that quality education is accessible to all children, regardless of their socio-economic status.
SPARK Schools
Series A in 2014
SPARK Schools is an educational institution founded in 2012 and based in Johannesburg, South Africa. It operates a network of schools designed to enhance student achievement through a combination of engaging classroom instruction, personalized learning experiences, and strong partnerships with families and the community. The SPARK Schools model incorporates blended learning and adaptive software, allowing for individualized educational paths that cater to each student's needs. By focusing on academic excellence, creative thinking, and core values such as cooperative citizenship and a love of learning, SPARK Schools aims to prepare its students for university and successful careers in the future.
Multi Holding
Acquisition in 2013
Multi Holding is a Brazilian multinational and world leader in the market of language teaching, information technology and vocational education. Since its founding, the company has provided school organizational services, highly qualified teaching material and specialized trainings for the Pedagogical, Marketing, Administrative and Commercial departments. Through this effort, standardization of work is maintained in all units, in Brazil and abroad. The company is formerly owned by Martins family until it was acquired by Pearson in 2013.
Acuris
Acquisition in 2013
Acuris is a provider of essential information and insights tailored for financial and professional services firms globally. It offers subscription-based digital services, delivering high-value content that empowers clients to make informed decisions based on comprehensive research and analysis. Acuris specializes in key areas such as mergers and acquisitions, business intelligence, and financial market data. The company employs sector specialists and expert analysts who interpret data and generate insights, facilitating business opportunities for its customers. Trusted by leading advisory firms, investment banks, law firms, hedge funds, private equity firms, and corporations, Acuris plays a vital role in helping these entities navigate and understand complex markets.
BioBehavioral Diagnostics
Acquisition in 2013
BioBehavioral Diagnostics is a manufacturer of diagnostic systems designed for the quantitative assessment of behavioral and neurobiological disorders, specifically focusing on attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). The company develops and markets the Quotient ADHD System, a proprietary platform that objectively measures specific behaviors related to brain function and inhibitory control. This system collects data on an individual's ability to remain still, inhibit impulsivity, and respond accurately to visual stimuli presented on a computer screen. By providing physicians, parents, and patients with high-value information, BioBehavioral Diagnostics aims to guide personalized treatment strategies and improve the quality of life for those affected by ADHD.
Voxy, Inc. is a language learning platform specializing in personalized English instruction for speakers of other languages. Founded in 2009 and based in New York, Voxy creates custom curricula tailored to individual interests, routines, goals, and learning styles, utilizing a fully integrated web and mobile platform. The company’s approach combines real-time adaptive technology with personalized live instruction, allowing learners to engage with content relevant to current events, pop culture, and sports. Voxy serves a diverse clientele, including corporations, educational institutions, and governments across more than 50 countries. Additionally, it offers a suite of analytics and reporting tools called Command Center, which provides insights into English learning programs for HR executives. Voxy has been recognized by prominent media outlets for its innovative methods and has been used by millions of learners globally.
Virtual Nerd
Acquisition in 2013
Virtual Nerd is an online education company based in Saint Louis, Missouri, specializing in mathematics tutorial services for middle and high school students. Founded in early 2008 by an expert tutor and a designer, the company developed a unique platform featuring interconnected instructional videos aimed at assisting students who struggle with math concepts. In 2013, Virtual Nerd was acquired by Pearson, enhancing its reach and impact. The company's patent-pending tutorial system offers a non-linear learning experience, allowing users to explore a vast library of content through 3 to 7-minute videos, accompanied by in-context information, hints, and links to additional tutorials. This approach enables students to navigate the material in a way that best suits their individual learning needs.
Learning Catalytics
Acquisition in 2013
Learning Catalytics is a developer of cloud-based learning analytics and assessment systems aimed at enhancing classroom interactivity. The company provides instructors with tools to engage students through authentic formative assessments delivered in real time. By utilizing rich data analytics, Learning Catalytics facilitates meaningful student interactions, allowing educators to better understand and address student needs. Primarily serving educational institutions, the company focuses on improving the management of interactive classrooms, fostering an engaging and dynamic learning environment.
IndiaCan Education
Acquisition in 2013
IndiaCan Education is a vocational training company formed as a joint venture between the two firms Educomp and Pearson in 2009.
Scoot & Doodle
Seed Round in 2013
Scoot & Doodle, based in San Francisco, specializes in creating web and mobile products designed to enhance human interaction and foster connected learning. The company aims to help friends and classmates practice visual creative thinking and collaboration, which are essential skills for future innovators and problem solvers. One of its flagship products, Scoot & Doodle on Hangouts, is a widely recognized app within Google+ Hangouts, praised for its revolutionary impact on digital collaboration. Additionally, the company launched Scoodle Jam, a social collaboration app for iPad in December 2013, which quickly gained attention by being featured in Apple's New & Noteworthy section. This app provides a unique platform for teens to socialize and collaborate creatively with their Facebook friends, reinforcing the company's commitment to facilitating cooperative learning experiences.
Nook Media
Corporate Round in 2012
Nook Media spun out from Barnes & Noble in 2012. Nook Media is a subsidiary of [Barnes & Noble](http://www.crunchbase.com/organization/barnes-noble). Microsoft invested in early 2012 and owns 16.8% and Pearson at the end of 2012 owns a 5% stake. The nook is an electronic book reader produced by Barnes & Noble and runs on the Android platform. The nook will compete with the Amazon Kindle, iPad, Google's Nexus 7, Kobo, Sony Reader, and other readers. It is has Wi-Fi connectivity, a six inch E Ink display, and a separate, 7" and 9" color touchscreen that serves as the primary input device. The device also has a MicroSD slot for extra storage. Some nooks have a user replaceable battery and a memory card slot as well.
EmbanetCompass
Acquisition in 2012
EmbanetCompass is a leading provider of technology-enabled services tailored for traditional non-profit postsecondary educational institutions aiming to establish online degree programs across various levels and disciplines. The company offers a comprehensive outsourced solution that encompasses all necessary services for developing an online program, including program strategy, design and development, academic services, marketing and student recruitment, program and student services, and technology support. Institutions partnering with EmbanetCompass maintain complete control over admissions, instruction, financial aid, and degree conferral. The company's primary focus is to deliver high-quality services that protect and enhance the academic reputation of its partners.
Author Solutions
Acquisition in 2012
Author Solutions, LLC is a prominent self-publishing service provider headquartered in Bloomington, Indiana. Established in 2007, the company operates various self-publishing imprints, including AuthorHouse, iUniverse, Trafford Publishing, and Xlibris, catering to authors in multiple countries such as the United States, the United Kingdom, Australia, and India. Author Solutions offers a comprehensive suite of services, including publishing guidance, book editing and formatting, and marketing support, which encompasses publicity and online promotion. The company has empowered over 150,000 authors to publish more than 190,000 titles, utilizing print-on-demand technology for both paperback and hardcover formats. Through strategic collaborations with leading trade publishers, Author Solutions effectively facilitates the development of new literary talent and provides authors with essential platforms to reach a global audience.
Author Solutions
Acquisition in 2012
Author Solutions, LLC is a prominent self-publishing service provider headquartered in Bloomington, Indiana. Established in 2007, the company operates various self-publishing imprints, including AuthorHouse, iUniverse, Trafford Publishing, and Xlibris, catering to authors in multiple countries such as the United States, the United Kingdom, Australia, and India. Author Solutions offers a comprehensive suite of services, including publishing guidance, book editing and formatting, and marketing support, which encompasses publicity and online promotion. The company has empowered over 150,000 authors to publish more than 190,000 titles, utilizing print-on-demand technology for both paperback and hardcover formats. Through strategic collaborations with leading trade publishers, Author Solutions effectively facilitates the development of new literary talent and provides authors with essential platforms to reach a global audience.
GlobalEnglish
Acquisition in 2012
GlobalEnglish Corporation is a provider of an Internet-based English language instruction portal focused on enhancing business English proficiency for organizations. Founded in 1997 and headquartered in San Mateo, California, the company delivers a comprehensive suite of cloud-based solutions that include structured and self-paced learning, mobile applications, virtual coaching, and adaptive assessments. Their offerings encompass tools such as One, a digital learning platform; One Community, a networking platform for collaboration; and One Assessment, which measures proficiency levels. Additionally, GlobalEnglish's products are designed to support immediate productivity and performance improvements across enterprises, enabling effective communication in global business environments. The company has partnered with numerous leading corporations, providing tailored support in multiple languages to maximize the value of their English language programs. GlobalEnglish was previously acquired by Pearson and later became a subsidiary of Learnship Networks GmbH.
Certiport
Acquisition in 2012
Certiport is a leading provider of software training, assessment, and certification solutions aimed at equipping individuals with essential digital skills for the modern workforce. Operating through over 12,000 Certiport Centers globally, the company offers a range of certification programs, including the Microsoft Office Specialist, Microsoft Technology Associate, Adobe Certified Associate, CompTIA Strata IT Fundamentals, Autodesk Certified User, Intuit QuickBooks Certified User, and Internet and Computing Core Certification (IC³). These programs serve various sectors, including academic institutions, corporate environments, and government entities, validating individuals' proficiency in using computer hardware, software, and internet applications effectively.
Global Education & Technology Group
Acquisition in 2011
Global Education & Technology Group, Ltd. is a prominent provider of test preparation services and educational courses in China, specializing in the International English Language Testing System (IELTS) and other assessments such as TOEFL and the Beijing English Testing System. Established in 2001, the company has expanded its reach to include a network of learning centers, comprising both directly operated and franchised locations across numerous cities in China. Global Education offers a comprehensive platform for students to prepare for various competitive exams, enhancing their educational opportunities and language proficiency. The company has undergone significant growth and development since its inception, including a merger with Pearson in 2011, which has further solidified its position in the educational sector.
TQ Holdings
Acquisition in 2011
TQ Holdings Ltd. provides vocational and technical education and training services to governments, institutions and corporations around the world.
Knewton, Inc. is a developer of an online adaptive learning engine based in New York, with additional offices in London, Tokyo, Singapore, and Dubai. Established in 2008, Knewton's platform personalizes education by providing students with tailored study recommendations, equipping teachers with analytics to enhance student support, and offering publishers insights to create more effective digital educational products. The company's adaptive learning solutions cater to higher education students across various subjects, including mathematics, economics, reading and writing, biology, and engineering. Knewton's technology is utilized by educational institutions and companies globally, and it has been recognized as a leader in the education technology sector, receiving accolades for its innovative approach to personalized learning.
Connections Education
Acquisition in 2011
Connections Education is an accredited provider of virtual education services for K-12 students, offering high-quality, personalized learning experiences. Through its Connections Academy division, the company operates tuition-free public schools in 21 states across the United States, serving over 40,000 students. Connections Academy provides a comprehensive educational solution that includes full-time public and private school programs, as well as online courses for traditional schools. The company's approach combines certified teachers, a proven curriculum, and technological tools to create a supportive online environment. With a focus on individual learning needs, Connections Education aims to help students thrive in a rapidly changing world while ensuring accessibility and accountability in education.
Stark Verlag
Acquisition in 2011
STARK Verlag is a publishing house that specializes in educational materials and resources aimed at various school levels, including elementary, secondary, and academic secondary education. The company focuses on producing exam preparation books and teaching aids for students, as well as instructional materials and concepts for educators. Its diverse product range covers subjects such as mathematics, German, English, and other disciplines, helping children, adolescents, and young adults to consolidate their knowledge and enhance their competencies through targeted exercises.
Inkling Systems
Series B in 2011
Inkling Systems, Inc. is a San Francisco-based company that specializes in cloud publishing platforms designed to create and publish interactive content. Its primary offerings include Inkling Knowledge, a mobile workforce enablement platform that facilitates the creation and distribution of training materials; Inkling Notices, which allows users to share updates and analyze engagement with field workers; Inkling Collaboration, a platform aimed at enhancing in-store execution through connectivity among frontline employees; and Learning Pathways, which guides employees through training processes while enabling managers to track and verify skills. Inkling's solutions cater to various sectors, including field reference, sales enablement, retail operations, training, and franchise operations. Founded in 2009 and originally named Standard Nine Inc., the company rebranded to Inkling Systems, Inc. in June 2011.
Smarthinking Online Tutoring
Acquisition in 2011
Smarthinking is a leading provider of online tutoring services, catering to over 1,000 educational institutions, including universities, colleges, and schools. The company offers a range of services designed to enhance student performance, persistence, and retention. These services include live online tutoring, writing practice, and video tutorials, specifically aimed at supporting higher education students. By providing on-demand assistance, Smarthinking equips learners with the resources they need to succeed in their academic pursuits.
SchoolNet
Acquisition in 2011
SchoolNet is a provider of educational software focused on enhancing instructional improvement within K-12 school districts. The company develops data-driven, web-based products that aim to boost student achievement, improve teacher quality, and enhance operational efficiency. Its instructional management suite offers a range of tools, reports, and content designed to help educators assess student and school performance effectively. SchoolNet operates in major urban areas, including Atlanta, Chicago, Philadelphia, and Washington, D.C., delivering solutions that enable data-informed decision-making across educational institutions.
Education Development International
Acquisition in 2011
Education Development International specialises in delivering vocational educational qualifications and assessment services. It offers a range of programmes, including apprenticeships and employability courses featuring work-based training. Additionally, the company supplies specialist online assessment services for schools and English language qualifications tailored for business and industry needs.
Inkling Systems
Series A in 2011
Inkling Systems, Inc. is a San Francisco-based company that specializes in cloud publishing platforms designed to create and publish interactive content. Its primary offerings include Inkling Knowledge, a mobile workforce enablement platform that facilitates the creation and distribution of training materials; Inkling Notices, which allows users to share updates and analyze engagement with field workers; Inkling Collaboration, a platform aimed at enhancing in-store execution through connectivity among frontline employees; and Learning Pathways, which guides employees through training processes while enabling managers to track and verify skills. Inkling's solutions cater to various sectors, including field reference, sales enablement, retail operations, training, and franchise operations. Founded in 2009 and originally named Standard Nine Inc., the company rebranded to Inkling Systems, Inc. in June 2011.
TutorVista
Acquisition in 2011
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 D in 2010
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.
Wall Street English
Acquisition in 2010
Wall Street English is a premier global English language training network focused on delivering high-quality language education to adults. Recognized for its innovative blended learning platform, the company offers a premium lifestyle experience to its students. With a strong brand and a history of growth spanning 46 years, Wall Street English has successfully served 180,000 learners as of 2016, operating 70 corporate-owned centers in China, nine in Italy, and 321 franchised centers across 28 territories. The organization employs an effective blended learning methodology that combines in-person instruction with digital resources, catering to the needs of both individual learners and corporate clients. This scalable business model positions Wall Street English to capitalize on the increasing demand for adult English language learning.
Melorio
Acquisition in 2010
Melorio is a vocational education company based in the UK that specializes in providing training courses for various industries, including IT, construction, and healthcare. The company offers a range of vocational training programs and assessments designed for professionals such as construction workers, service employees, electricians, and plumbers. Through its comprehensive training services, Melorio aims to enhance the skills and qualifications of individuals, thereby supporting workforce development in these critical sectors.
Medley Global Advisors
Acquisition in 2010
Medley Global Advisors is an economic research firm based in New York, with additional offices in Washington D.C., London, Christchurch, Tokyo, and Seoul. Founded in 1997, it provides macro policy intelligence to hedge funds, institutional investors, asset managers, investment banks, and other financial institutions worldwide. The company offers analysis on fiscal policies and politics of the G10 area, emerging markets, and energy sector, including OPEC and non-OPEC countries. It identifies key policy issues relevant to global markets and helps clients understand the interplay between policy and markets. Medley Global Advisors operates as a subsidiary of Energy Aspects Ltd.
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.
IntelliPro
Acquisition in 2009
IntelliPro is an interactive content company focused on creating and providing software applications and publishing tools tailored for academic, professional, and corporate environments. By developing innovative online learning technology, IntelliPro enhances the educational experience and facilitates effective knowledge dissemination across various sectors. The company's products aim to support users in their learning and professional development through engaging and adaptable content solutions.
eCollege
Acquisition in 2007
Pearson eCollege was founded in 1996 as Real Education, Inc. in Denver, Colorado. That year, Real Education launched its first online campus for the University of Colorado—still one of our prominent Educational Partners. Today, institutions around the world deliver their fully online, distance learning programs using the Pearson learning platform. eCollege joined the Pearson family in 2007, signaling Pearson's commitment to technology-powered education. Pearson eCollege is now a leading global provider of integrated education technology, content, academic services and support that powers some of the most successful online programs.
Ellis is a high-tech immigration law firm that provides premier immigration services tailored for startups and growing businesses. By integrating user-friendly software with a concierge approach, Ellis aims to simplify and enhance the immigration process, making it efficient and accessible. The firm focuses on delivering customized immigration strategies that align with the unique needs of each client, regardless of their stage or size. Through its innovative model, Ellis seeks to transform the immigration experience for organizations, akin to the way cloud computing has revolutionized technology services.
Chancery Software
Acquisition in 2006
Chancery Software is a leading provider of student information management solutions tailored for K-12 schools and districts. With over 15 years of industry experience, the company offers software tools designed to assist in the management of critical student information, including enrollments, scheduling, attendance, grading, and performance tracking. Chancery's solutions deliver accurate, real-time data on more than thirteen million students to one million educators daily, helping schools navigate the complexities of educational administration. The company has achieved over 18,000 installations across North America, customizing its offerings to meet the diverse needs and budgets of various educational institutions. Chancery Software is recognized as a trusted partner in the educational community, particularly in alignment with regulatory requirements such as the No Child Left Behind Act.
The Evaluation Systems group
Acquisition in 2006
National Evaluation Systems, Inc. (NES(R)) is an educational testing company that develops and administers customized teacher certification testing programs and other assessment programs in higher education. Their work covers assessments in more than one hundred content fields, professional teaching skills, and the basic skills of reading, writing, and mathematics.
AGS Publishing
Acquisition in 2005
AGS publishes assessments and curriculum materials for US school psychologists, teachers and students. It has a particular focus on supporting students who are at-risk or performing below grade level, including those whose first language is not English. These areas are attracting new attention and funding with the US federal requirement under No Child Left Behind (NCLB) that all students achieve 'Adequate Yearly Progress' towards mandated state standards in reading, math and science.
Dominie Press
Acquisition in 2004
Dominie Press is an independently owned supplemental publishing company serving the K-8 education market. Dominie Press currently publishes about 2,300 titles in a variety of niches.
LessonLab
Acquisition in 2003
LessonLab offers a wide variety of software and program development services to improve classroom teaching methods. It enables teacher to study videotaped classroom sessions to improve their own performance. The company works with various partner organizations such as states, large school districts, public and private sector providers of teacher professional development services, textbook publishers, and universities to build standards-based teacher-learning programs. It also enables teacher to study videotaped classroom sessions to improve their own performance. LessonLab was founded by Jim Stigler in January 1998 and is based in Santa Monica, California. The company currently operates as a subsidiary of Pearson Education.
LessonLab
Funding Round in 2002
LessonLab offers a wide variety of software and program development services to improve classroom teaching methods. It enables teacher to study videotaped classroom sessions to improve their own performance. The company works with various partner organizations such as states, large school districts, public and private sector providers of teacher professional development services, textbook publishers, and universities to build standards-based teacher-learning programs. It also enables teacher to study videotaped classroom sessions to improve their own performance. LessonLab was founded by Jim Stigler in January 1998 and is based in Santa Monica, California. The company currently operates as a subsidiary of Pearson Education.
LessonLab
Funding Round in 2001
LessonLab offers a wide variety of software and program development services to improve classroom teaching methods. It enables teacher to study videotaped classroom sessions to improve their own performance. The company works with various partner organizations such as states, large school districts, public and private sector providers of teacher professional development services, textbook publishers, and universities to build standards-based teacher-learning programs. It also enables teacher to study videotaped classroom sessions to improve their own performance. LessonLab was founded by Jim Stigler in January 1998 and is based in Santa Monica, California. The company currently operates as a subsidiary of Pearson Education.
Family Education Network
Acquisition in 2000
Family Education Network, Inc. is an online platform based in Boston, Massachusetts, that offers a variety of informal learning resources aimed at parents, teachers, and students. The company operates several websites, including FamilyEducation.com, which provides guidance on topics such as children's health, homework assistance, and product recommendations for kids. Factmonster.com serves as a resource for students, combining reference materials, fun facts, and homework help. TeacherVision.com offers teachers access to educational resources such as worksheets, lesson plans, and activities. Additionally, Infoplease.com functions as a reference library covering a wide range of topics, from current events to history. Family Education Network serves users in the United States, South Africa, and the Philippines, and was founded in 1990.
National Computer Systems
Acquisition in 2000
NCS is the largest commercial processor of student assessment tests for kindergarten to 12th grade (K-12) education in the US, scoring some 40 million tests a year across the US. It is involved at all stages of the process, from test design to delivery, processing and reporting results. NCS is also the largest single provider of student curriculum, instructional and financial management software to schools. These tools help teachers and administrators to keep attendance records, grades, test scores and to manage state curriculum requirements. It has software in some 40,000 of the 110,000 schools in the US and has been adding thousands of new schools a year to its client base. It is responsible for large amounts of school data, including managing the schedules of over 16 million students. NCS is making extensive use of electronic and Internet-based technologies to extend its market penetration and offer innovative products and services to its customers in the education field. For example, NCS's ParentCONNECTxp software product connects parents and teachers, enabling parents to become more involved in their child's academic and classroom performance.
Family Education Network
Venture Round in 2000
Family Education Network, Inc. is an online platform based in Boston, Massachusetts, that offers a variety of informal learning resources aimed at parents, teachers, and students. The company operates several websites, including FamilyEducation.com, which provides guidance on topics such as children's health, homework assistance, and product recommendations for kids. Factmonster.com serves as a resource for students, combining reference materials, fun facts, and homework help. TeacherVision.com offers teachers access to educational resources such as worksheets, lesson plans, and activities. Additionally, Infoplease.com functions as a reference library covering a wide range of topics, from current events to history. Family Education Network serves users in the United States, South Africa, and the Philippines, and was founded in 1990.
Blackboard
Venture Round in 2000
Blackboard Inc. is a leading provider of enterprise technology and innovative solutions for the education sector, catering to higher education, K-12, business, and government markets. Founded in 1997 and headquartered in Reston, Virginia, the company offers a diverse range of products designed to enhance the teaching and learning experience. Its flagship platform, Blackboard Learn, supports academic goals through a comprehensive learning management system, while Blackboard Collaborate facilitates interactive and mobile learning. Additional offerings include Blackboard Analytics, which converts data into actionable insights, and Blackboard SafeAssign, which helps identify plagiarism in student submissions. The company also provides tools for accessibility, student support, and community engagement, such as Blackboard Ally and Blackboard Connect. With a global presence, Blackboard aims to improve educational outcomes and institutional performance by leveraging technology to streamline processes and enhance communication among educational stakeholders.