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Hiveclass develops a sports training platform focused on youth physical education and skill development. Its platform offers instructional videos, structured lesson plans, and resources for both in-class and out-of-class settings, enabling users to access comprehensive training materials and promote physical wellness through engaging content.

AceUp is a global provider of human-centered leadership development solutions for individuals and teams. The company helps innovative, purpose-driven organizations build high-performing teams at scale by upskilling leaders at all levels to lead transformation in a VUCA environment. Its approach combines one-on-one and team coaching with AI-powered micro-learning and prescriptive analytics to maximize team alignment, engagement, and performance. AceUp supports employers in unlocking full potential across their workforce by delivering personalized coaching from renowned experts to address the employee development gap and improve engagement, alignment, and performance at scale.

Penny Finance is an innovative online platform offering personalized financial mentorship tailored specifically for women. It provides comprehensive real-world financial education, empowering users with practical knowledge on money management, debt handling, and investing.

Codespect Education Hub is at the forefront of revolutionizing education with our state-of-the-art Learning Management System (LMS). Our platform empowers educators, students, and organizations by providing cutting-edge tools designed to enhance teaching and learning experiences. Featuring a user-friendly interface, Codespect Education Hub simplifies the navigation of courses, assignments, and resources, ensuring a smooth and efficient user experience. Our customizable learning paths enable users to tailor their educational journeys to meet specific goals and objectives, making personalized learning a reality. Our advanced analytics provide deep insights into learner progress and engagement, allowing educators to make informed, data-driven decisions. Collaborative tools promote interaction and teamwork, transforming learning into a dynamic and engaging process. With mobile compatibility, users can access learning materials anytime, anywhere, ensuring a seamless and flexible learning experience that fits into any schedule. At Codespect Education Hub, we are dedicated to fostering personal growth, facilitating team training, and enhancing organizational education. By joining our growing community, you can discover how our innovative LMS can help you achieve your learning objectives and promote educational excellence. Experience the future of education with Codespect Education Hub and unlock the full potential of your learning journey.

TeachMe is an innovative educational platform that designs and delivers interactive, inquiry-based learning experiences for children, with a strong focus on metacognition. At the heart of its approach is Brenda, a multilingual AI learning partner who guides students through problems, checks in on their emotional state, and suggests customized activities. Brenda can also read and translate content to support diverse learners.

Voovo is a digital platform that helps students and educational institutions to implement the scientifically proven best learning methods - active recall, spaced repetition and micro-learning - in every day education seamlessly. By allowing teachers, students or even publishers to turn content from textbooks, notes, images, infographics into quality quizzes and flashcards. Voovo automatically converts these quizzes and flashcards into a gamified learning experience that adapts to each students unique memory!

Klas develops an advanced online teaching platform that enables creators to efficiently schedule, monetize, and host live classes. Its comprehensive solution offers essential components like scheduling, payments, community engagement, analytics, and video conferencing, allowing clients to teach diverse subjects through a unified platform.

Ovida is a professional development company that specializes in AI-driven coaching services. It focuses on enhancing leadership skills by analyzing the behaviors and communication styles of top performers. Ovida's platform provides tailored coaching programs, generates insights from transcripts, and ensures data privacy. It aims to improve communication and connection among individuals, making it a valuable tool for businesses looking to develop their workforce.

Mili Llama is a Colorado-based business that connects qualified college students and community members with K-12 schools for substitute teaching assignments. Its platform offers teachers a variety of job opportunities, including full-day, half-day, and long-term positions, as well as the chance to earn digital badges for professional development courses, potentially increasing their earning potential and career advancement.

Market Games is an educational technology company based in San Mateo, California, founded in 2017. The company specializes in developing a suite of business games and digital resources designed to enhance learning engagement for students. Its platform employs a gamified approach to facilitate the acquisition of real-world business skills, integrating seamlessly with academic curricula and accommodating various class sizes. By offering interactive learning experiences, Market Games aims to enrich the educational landscape, promoting active participation and improving outcomes in business education.

Reportwell simplifies key compliance tasks and reporting for authorizers, school districts, and government agencies. Its platform enhances accountability by tracking deadlines, completing reports, and providing timely updates.

University Startups develops an online education platform that empowers school districts to provide students with college preparation courses, internship opportunities, and career guidance through its entrepreneurship-focused program.

Prep Intel is an innovative company that supports students in navigating the college recruitment and enrollment process. Utilizing artificial intelligence, machine learning, and predictive analytics, Prep Intel's platform helps college admissions and financial aid institutions streamline their processes. By analyzing data, the platform generates personalized recommendations that align with each student's strengths, interests, and goals, facilitating a tailored search for educational institutions. This service not only assists students in researching and selecting schools but also encourages connections with peers, enhancing the overall college decision-making experience.

Cadena is a global education and community platform focused on web3 and blockchain technologies. It offers AI-based training and career development courses, fostering a supportive community for students to upgrade their IT skills and advance in the web3 space.

EDUrain is a platform designed to connect college students with off-campus housing options. It offers tools such as a roommate search feature and partnerships with renters' insurance services, aiming to streamline the rental process for both students and landlords.

Gabu is a developer of a gaming platform focused on providing a secure and enjoyable online experience for children. The platform allows kids to engage in games within private sessions on Zoom, ensuring that they interact only with verified peers of similar age under the supervision of an adult. By prioritizing safety, Gabu aims to address parental concerns about online gaming by fostering a controlled environment where children can play and socialize. The company also plans to expand its offerings by developing additional products that help children enhance their skills and enjoy their gaming experiences.

Founded in 2022 by Chad Wilson, immersionED specializes in creating educational video game modules powered by Artificial Intelligence. These modules focus on teaching transferable skills through active learning experiences, initially centered around history but planned to expand across various subjects.

HigherU is a technology company that specializes in developing artificial intelligence platforms for the education sector. Their core product is an AI platform designed to transform educational experiences by employing deep learning models tailored for educational and training applications. This platform aims to provide users with an engaging and enhanced learning experience.

Edifii is a technology company that provides a digital guidance platform, powered by AI and neuroscience, to support high school students, counselors, and school leaders. The platform helps students identify their interests, set personalized goals, and track their progress, fostering autonomy and long-term confidence. It offers interactive self-discovery tools and individualized goal-setting features, enabling teenagers, parents, and counselors to support student growth.

College Contact is a Software as a Service (SaaS) company that facilitates connections between high school students applying to college and currently enrolled undergraduate students for admissions guidance. The platform uses proprietary technology to match high school students with near-peer mentors, providing personalized support throughout the college application process. This includes assistance with college list building, essay writing, financial aid navigation, and overall post-secondary advising, aiming to make the application process less stressful and more successful for students.

Hiveclass develops a sports training platform focused on youth physical education and skill development. Its platform offers instructional videos, structured lesson plans, and resources for both in-class and out-of-class settings, enabling users to access comprehensive training materials and promote physical wellness through engaging content.

Scaffold Ed is a technology company that specializes in providing schools with a safe and reliable platform to gather, analyze, and interpret feedback from students, families, and staff. This platform helps educational institutions identify underlying issues, such as absenteeism, and offers data-driven recommendations to improve communication and address school-related challenges.

Be Human(e) helps in development and assessment of students' soft skills by developing a game-based learning platform.

Edifii is a technology company that provides a digital guidance platform, powered by AI and neuroscience, to support high school students, counselors, and school leaders. The platform helps students identify their interests, set personalized goals, and track their progress, fostering autonomy and long-term confidence. It offers interactive self-discovery tools and individualized goal-setting features, enabling teenagers, parents, and counselors to support student growth.

FullyFunded.info, your premier companion in navigating the intricate landscape of fully funded opportunities. Our AI/ML based platform stands as a beacon for international students, offering a comprehensive array of scholarships tailored to meet your diverse needs. At the core of our mission is a commitment to simplifying your journey, and we are excited to introduce innovative services that elevate your experience. 1. Scholarships Unveiled - Embark on a seamless exploration of a vast spectrum of scholarships, each meticulously curated to align with your academic and professional ambitions. Our user-friendly interface ensures that you effortlessly unearth opportunities that resonate with your goals. 2. Innovative AI Chatbot Integration - FullyFunded.info is proud to announce the integration of an AI chatbot on our homepage. This intelligent assistant serves as your virtual guide, facilitating an intuitive and user-friendly search experience. Say goodbye to cumbersome searches and welcome a streamlined process that empowers you with quick, accurate, and personalized results. 3. Diverse Offerings - Explore a range of fully funded options beyond scholarships, including internships, fellowships, conferences, and exchange programs. Our platform is designed to be your one-stop destination for all your educational and professional aspirations. 4. Tailored Internship Opportunities - Discover internship programs that seamlessly integrate with your academic journey, providing hands-on experience and a springboard for future career success. Our AI chatbot ensures that you find opportunities that align with your skills and interests. 5. Dynamic Fellowship Opportunities - Navigate fellowship opportunities that match your unique profile and aspirations. The AI chatbot optimizes the search process, presenting you with fellowships that resonate with your academic and professional trajectory. 6. Conference and Exchange Program Excellence - Immerse yourself in a world of conferences and exchange programs that broaden your horizons. The AI chatbot acts as your personalized guide, presenting events and programs that align with your academic pursuits and cultural exploration. FullyFunded.info empowers you, not only with financial support but also with the confidence to chart your course towards future success. Make well-informed decisions, harnessing the combined power of our expansive database and cutting-edge AI technology. With us, you are not just accessing opportunities; you are unlocking your full potential and realizing your dreams with ease.

Outread uses AI to summarize key academic publications. (Blinkist is useful for academic study.

Her Skill Academy is a community subscription platform designed to empower early-career women by providing them with essential tools, strategies, and a supportive network. It offers a range of multi-category courses enhanced by artificial intelligence, aimed at helping women enhance their skills and accelerate their professional growth. Through its comprehensive offerings, the platform fosters motivation and facilitates a productive learning environment, enabling users to unlock their full potential in their careers.

Admit Offer is an AI-powered online exchange designed for international students and student recruiters.

Pico’s unique approach on coding education combines gamified learning experience with original tutorial contents, delivered through our web-based learning environment.

AltSchool Africa democratizes access to quality education by offering certified high-demand tech skills programs. It upskills non-technical individuals with technical and soft skills, partnering with higher institutions for diploma certificates.

MeetYourClass is a social networking platform focused on enhancing the college experience by facilitating connections among incoming students. The company enables users to quickly find potential roommates, study partners, and friends through interactive social media communities. By fostering a sense of belonging and community on campus, MeetYourClass aims to improve student retention rates for universities. Through its innovative approach, the platform not only helps students navigate their new environments but also contributes to a more engaging and supportive academic atmosphere.

Wryte is a digital platform designed to streamline educational activities by connecting various stakeholders, including students and teachers, within a centralized application. The platform automates the creation of timetables for subjects and ensures that these schedules are accessible at the appropriate times. Additionally, Wryte organizes and stores relevant documents, helping students manage their educational materials effectively. With its focus on enhancing efficiency and saving time, Wryte aims to be a comprehensive solution for managing all aspects of the educational experience.

Tutornow is an edtech company offering a virtual classroom with audio/video streaming, dedicated teaching tools like equation and code editors. It provides customised study paths for students of all grades, focusing on those with learning disorders. The platform uses AI-driven matching algorithms to personalise instruction.

Penny Finance is an innovative online platform offering personalized financial mentorship tailored specifically for women. It provides comprehensive real-world financial education, empowering users with practical knowledge on money management, debt handling, and investing.

TARA is a SaaS assistant platform for teacher development. It offers services to support individual teachers. They track growth with auto-generated graphs.

TechRow is an AI-powered company focused on educational media, providing a platform that converts video content into contextual learning experiences. It enables access to award-winning films, series, documentaries, and VR experiences to engage learners, and offers media guidance tools that analyze videos without manual tagging, support mobile and web access, embed widgets into existing systems, and tailor guidance by role and context for educators, enterprises, and families to deliver scalable, personalized, and actionable learning across settings.

Ride iQ is a New York-based membership app founded in 2021 that focuses on enhancing equestrian training through structured audio lessons. The platform connects users with professional coaches, offering guidance and support for horse riding. By providing a range of audio files, Ride iQ enables riders to follow specific patterns and directions from their coaches, facilitating a more effective and engaging training experience. The app is designed to improve horse riding skills and make professional coaching more accessible to riders of varying levels.

Skilbi operates an online platform that connects students with professionals and enterprises. Based in Chicago, USA, the platform organizes student information and facilitates career exploration, skill-building opportunities, and networking.

SWYE360 is a comprehensive e-learning platform designed for school districts to facilitate teaching and learning across various environments, both synchronous and asynchronous. The platform emphasizes a learner-centered approach, enabling educators to create content that considers diverse student backgrounds and cognitive differences. By integrating data analytics and predictive tools, SWYE360 helps teachers tailor instruction for different groups, including personalized learning plans and interventions for students with specific needs. Additionally, the platform streamlines communication between teachers and parents through a unified login system, supporting two-way engagement. Beyond instructional capabilities, SWYE360 employs machine learning and AI to analyze software usage, identify gaps in student learning outcomes, and assess teacher development needs, all while ensuring compliance with federal standards. This data-driven approach aids educational institutions in enhancing student retention and maximizing their return on investment in educational technologies.

EmpiricaLab develops an online learning platform tailored for healthcare teams. It facilitates peer learning through collaborative authoring, sharing of work-relevant content, and a work-integrated learning curriculum.

Everprep is a professional exam preparation platform that supports educators in authoring, designing, and delivering exam materials and offers learners worldwide opportunities for career advancement. The platform combines up-to-date technology with scalable capabilities to manage question sets, study sessions, and performance tracking. It enables educators to share knowledge effectively and provides students with structured preparation materials and analytics to monitor progress. By facilitating collaboration between instructors and learners, Everprep aims to enhance exam readiness and professional development through accessible, technology-driven resources.

A'govest is a mobile app that allows women to build wealth through personalized financial education and workshops.

YearOne facilitates job placements for graduates of coding bootcamps into tech companies, providing six months of career support. It offers vetted diverse talent pipeline access to businesses, along with resources for onboarding entry-level engineers.

Lendorse is a social impact fintech company that facilitates 'study now, pay later' agreements for students from developing countries in Europe. It uses a proprietary underwriting model to assess creditworthiness without traditional credit scores or collateral. Upon graduation, students repay a portion of their income through Income Share Agreements. Lendorse also provides career assistance to help graduates secure jobs.

Watson Institute is an accelerator and incubator based in Boulder, Colorado, founded in 2013, that supports local entrepreneurs and leaders through fellowships, mentorship, and an extensive alumni network. It partners with corporations and foundations to run free programs delivering entrepreneurship and leadership training, stipends, and long-term alumni support, enabling participants to launch ventures, hire teams, and scale impact. Alumni have raised meaningful funding, created thousands of jobs, and reached millions through their initiatives, with many pursuing further studies or earning places in prominent programs such as Y Combinator and Echoing Green; graduates repeatedly apply skills learned years after completion. The institute emphasizes practical skill development and ongoing community access, connecting fellows to a global network of peers and mentors while prioritizing local impact via its accelerator and incubator model.

Clusiv is an accessible e-learning platform designed for blind and visually impaired learners. The platform provides vocational training and upskilling to help job seekers secure remote work opportunities and improve employment outcomes. It focuses on practical skills for the modern workforce, including virtual interviews, cloud file management, email usage, and collaboration in remote teams. The offering is self-paced and accessible, enabling learners to train from home. The company serves individuals and organizations, including state agencies, trainers, and students, aiming to help blind and visually impaired people obtain technical roles. Founded in 2021 and headquartered in Austin, Texas, Clusiv emphasizes creating inclusive pathways to hiring and professional development through accessible online training.

Pay4Me App facilitates cross-border payments for international students and immigrants. Its platform enables users to pay tuition fees and other expenses worldwide, offering banking services and credit-building opportunities.

BāKIT Box is a specialty baking kit service that makes baking accessible to all levels. It offers a rotating selection of culturally diverse recipes and delivers pre-measured ingredients directly to customers' doors.

Edvisor.io is a developer of student recruitment software that enhances access to global educational opportunities by connecting schools and educational travel agencies through integrated web tools. Its platform features a comprehensive catalog of schools worldwide, providing real-time information on courses and promotions. By automating enrollment management tasks, Edvisor.io enables schools to effectively manage their agent networks and share their educational offerings globally. This streamlined approach facilitates better communication and collaboration between educational institutions and recruitment agents, ultimately supporting students in finding suitable study options.

Neon Wild is an innovative digital platform that combines education with entertainment for children. It offers interactive stories that can be personalized using the user's own picture, fostering imagination and learning in a safe environment.

She Matters is a digital health platform dedicated to supporting Black mothers experiencing postpartum comorbidities. It offers access to a supportive community, culturally competent healthcare providers, and relevant resources. Additionally, it educates healthcare professionals on culturally competent care through its coaching program.

PopPD provides an online professional development platform for educators, offering self-paced on-demand courses, peer-to-peer collaboration, and coaching opportunities in an interactive hybrid coaching space. The platform supports continuous learning and professional growth while connecting educators from diverse racial backgrounds, generations, geographic locations, gender identities, the broader community, and people with disabilities to emphasize that isolated professional development is insufficient for systemic change in education.

Finli develops software that simplifies payments for family-centric businesses. It offers invoicing, tuition collection, enrollment tracking, and payment-related communication tools. Finli serves daycare centers, preschools, afterschool programs, neighborhood businesses, families, and corporations.

AceUp is a global provider of human-centered leadership development solutions for individuals and teams. The company helps innovative, purpose-driven organizations build high-performing teams at scale by upskilling leaders at all levels to lead transformation in a VUCA environment. Its approach combines one-on-one and team coaching with AI-powered micro-learning and prescriptive analytics to maximize team alignment, engagement, and performance. AceUp supports employers in unlocking full potential across their workforce by delivering personalized coaching from renowned experts to address the employee development gap and improve engagement, alignment, and performance at scale.

Transfer Thought develops and customizes web-based VR training solutions that run in the browser and provides a no-code, open-source tool for building and sharing three-dimensional interactive environments. The platform enables organizations to create and deploy web-based virtual simulations without programming, facilitating customizable training experiences such as fire safety and equipment operation directly in the browser. The company was founded in 2019 and is headquartered in Chicago, Illinois.

LegacyShift is a comprehensive software platform designed to assist organizations in cultivating talent networks focused on skills training, mentorship, and career development. By employing an artificial intelligence-powered algorithm and advanced analytics, the platform effectively matches members with internal experts for personalized support. LegacyShift facilitates integrated scheduling and communication, allowing senior leaders to mentor employees at scale through on-demand video courses. The platform also identifies emerging skills and potential gaps within the workforce, enabling members to engage in targeted training that helps them develop their capabilities early in their careers.

She Matters is a digital health platform dedicated to supporting Black mothers experiencing postpartum comorbidities. It offers access to a supportive community, culturally competent healthcare providers, and relevant resources. Additionally, it educates healthcare professionals on culturally competent care through its coaching program.

LegacyShift is a comprehensive software platform designed to assist organizations in cultivating talent networks focused on skills training, mentorship, and career development. By employing an artificial intelligence-powered algorithm and advanced analytics, the platform effectively matches members with internal experts for personalized support. LegacyShift facilitates integrated scheduling and communication, allowing senior leaders to mentor employees at scale through on-demand video courses. The platform also identifies emerging skills and potential gaps within the workforce, enabling members to engage in targeted training that helps them develop their capabilities early in their careers.

iBrainy is a B2B SaaS company specializing in gamified employee training solutions. Its platform enables enterprises to create, deliver, and manage micro-learning materials using AI-driven tools, improving productivity for deskless workers such as frontline employees, sales teams on-the-go, and field technicians.

Dodo Smart is an interactive learning platform focused on providing engaging educational experiences for preschool children. The company's application enhances cognitive skills through certified entertainment activities, specifically designed to foster essential abilities such as communication, critical thinking, innovation, and leadership. Catering to a young audience, Dodo Smart aims to create a playful and enjoyable approach to learning, making education both fun and effective. The platform's emphasis on entertaining content allows children to develop crucial life skills in an engaging and accessible manner.

Dreami empowers Nonprofits, Higher Education institutions, and Governments by providing scalable software for career development programs. Its platform automates and tracks mentorship, internship, and coaching programs, enabling organizations to customize experiences at scale while saving time and improving outcomes.

Sunlight is an employee learning and development platform that enables companies to foster a culture of continuous learning and professional growth. The company offers a cloud-based solution that provides access to a wide range of resources, including courses, books, and events from around the globe. By facilitating this access, Sunlight empowers employees to take charge of their own development, helping organizations create highly engaging learning environments that promote individual and collective advancement.

StudyFree Inc. is an online education platform founded in 2020 and based in Delaware City, Delaware. It operates as a SaaS platform that connects students with international educational opportunities across 34 countries. StudyFree aims to simplify the admission process for students, potentially saving them up to $100,000 in tuition fees while offering flexible financing options such as scholarships, bank loans, or income-sharing agreements. The platform features a scoring algorithm that assesses applicants' profiles, recommends improvements, and matches them with programs that have the highest admission probabilities. Additionally, StudyFree assists users in preparing the necessary documentation, provides access to a marketplace of learning centers and financial partners, and connects students with mentors who can help them navigate the local education system and community. The automated admission platform minimizes manual involvement, streamlining the overall experience for its customers.

PeduL Inc. is a Newark, New Jersey-based company founded in 2016 that operates an online crowdfunding platform specifically designed for students seeking financial assistance for higher education. By providing a marketplace for scholarships, PeduL enables users to raise funds through campaigns that can be shared with friends, family, and potential donors. The platform simplifies the fundraising process while also allowing students to apply for numerous local and national scholarships through a single universal application. PeduL's mission is to alleviate the financial burdens associated with higher education, making it more accessible for students.

ion Learning is a woman-owned early-stage software-as-a-service (SaaS) company that specializes in social learning platforms aimed at fostering cultural change within large enterprises. The company collaborates with notable organizations such as Walmart and Ancestry.com, providing programs that focus on leadership development, emotional intelligence, inclusion, and purpose. By employing a proprietary diversity-biased algorithm and methodology, ion Learning claims to achieve results that are seven times greater than industry standards, thereby enhancing workplace cultures to be more inclusive and effective. The platform uniquely combines traditional e-learning with small-group mentoring, facilitating impactful learning experiences for corporate employees across various business sizes.

Switch_Up offers training in computer hardware, the internet, computer software, troubleshooting, and customer service. It provides a thorough introduction to computer networking. They study modern networking technologies and protocols, as well as practical applications and network troubleshooting. Learn how to manage software and users, and configure hardware, along with the main components of an operating system.

Breakthru is a company focused on connecting organizations with youth through a digital earning platform. It empowers students by providing them with opportunities to learn about various companies and skills while earning money in the process. The platform utilizes gamification and incentives to engage young users, fostering deeper relationships between brands and the youth demographic. Students can withdraw their earnings through partnerships with digital wallet services such as PayPal, Coinbase, Uber, Amazon, and Dunkin. By combining education and financial tools, Breakthru aims to support the academic and professional pursuits of young individuals.

EQL Finance is a fintech lender that specializes in providing an online lending platform for small loans without interest or fees. The company focuses on offering interest-free loans that can be repaid over a few months, making it accessible for working families and individuals. In addition to its lending services, EQL Finance provides training and insights into financial management and purchase behavior, helping users enhance their financial literacy and build credit. This comprehensive approach aims to empower individuals to improve their financial management skills and achieve greater financial stability.

She Matters is a digital health platform dedicated to supporting Black mothers experiencing postpartum comorbidities. It offers access to a supportive community, culturally competent healthcare providers, and relevant resources. Additionally, it educates healthcare professionals on culturally competent care through its coaching program.

BeAKid is a cloud-based platform focused on enhancing the parenting experience by providing a comprehensive management system for community centers and childcare organizations. The platform facilitates direct access for parents to a variety of after-school programs, activities, and events tailored for children, sourced from local providers. By consolidating these offerings in one location, BeAKid simplifies the process for parents to discover and book activities, thereby fostering a more organized and engaging environment for both children and their families.

Adaptively Education is a technology-driven learning provider that specializes in delivering live, interactive virtual classroom experiences for K-12 students. Its platform combines human instruction with advanced technology, offering an engaging and gamified digital learning environment designed to support both children and parents effectively.

AlGooru is a Saudi-based educational platform that connects students with private tutors for over 200 subjects via personalized long-term subscriptions.

DevNation is an online tech accelerator focused on training individuals in Pakistan who lack digital technology skills. The company provides a comprehensive educational program that encompasses technical and soft skills necessary for a career in software engineering. Through live classes, real-life projects, and mentorship, DevNation offers hands-on training designed to prepare students for full-time employment in just one month, all at no upfront cost. By connecting under-skilled and under-educated individuals with career opportunities, DevNation aims to empower its students and facilitate their entry into the tech workforce.

Robyn operates a digital platform offering integrative maternal wellness tools, resources, and specialists for women throughout their parental journey. Established in 2019, the company connects aspiring, expecting, and new parents with virtual providers across various service categories, including birth education, nutrition, mental health, doula support, lactation assistance, physical therapy, and more.

Founded in 2017, Tribe XR specializes in real-world skill training via virtual reality (VR) and augmented reality (AR). Its platform enables users to learn DJ skills through interactive lessons and live performances with renowned DJs like Kryoman. Beyond music, Tribe XR is developing a self-serve immersive learning platform for various organizations.

Slingshot is a Techstars portfolio company (read about it here) and we place high school prodigies with paid work opportunities at startups out of Y-Combinator, Techstars, CMU, MIT and Stanford. Think about what a college basketball scout is to high school basketball. We’re that for high school coders, hackers, and hustlers. We’re helping companies identify talent early for both short-term needs and getting ahead of the curve on recruiting the future Lebrons of Computer Science before they get a bit off the market going into the t-20 Computer Science schools. We currently work with 50+ startups & companies, and over 2500 high schoolers from around the world with a 100% success rate (all of our placed students have received follow-on offers/increase in pay, etc).

PlaBook is a developer of a reading application aimed at enhancing the reading, learning, and entertainment experiences for the next generation. The company's innovative platform leverages artificial intelligence, natural language processing, and speech recognition to support children in mastering reading fundamentals. By providing tools that assist both students and teachers, PlaBook addresses the evolving educational needs, making the process of learning to read more engaging and effective.

BāKIT Box is a specialty baking kit service that makes baking accessible to all levels. It offers a rotating selection of culturally diverse recipes and delivers pre-measured ingredients directly to customers' doors.

Cuantix develops a cloud-based platform that automates the process of measuring social impacts. It enables organizations to evaluate and monitor the effectiveness of their programs using polls, comparisons, and professional reports.

Neolth is a digital platform dedicated to supporting mental well-being among teens and young adults. It provides a self-guided program that combines neuroscience-based techniques with personalized stress management plans, including relaxation practices and live-stream events. The company aims to foster a compassionate community while reducing stigma around mental health issues through its on-demand, self-guided care approach.

Aplic.io is a global platform facilitating college admissions. It offers a comprehensive database of over 50,000 post-secondary programs in 34 countries, along with $22 billion in listed scholarships. The platform streamlines the application process, enabling students to apply to multiple institutions and scholarships with just two clicks, potentially saving thousands on agent fees and tuition.

Avenify Corporation is a peer-to-peer lending platform based in Reston, Virginia, that focuses on income share agreements (ISAs) to finance education. Founded in 2018, Avenify simplifies the financing process for nursing students by offering them ISAs, which allow them to pay a percentage of their future income in exchange for funding their education. The platform also connects investors with students, facilitating access to both federal and private loan options to cover tuition fees. By providing transparent and straightforward financing terms, Avenify aims to support students in their educational pursuits and help them secure employment after graduation.

Circletime is a children's live online learning platform designed to facilitate cohort-based classes that enhance educational experiences for young learners. By leveraging a proprietary learning management system, Circletime enables educators to scale their programs effectively while alleviating the burden on parents to manage their children's learning closely. The platform is grounded in guidelines from the American Academy of Pediatrics, promoting video chat from early childhood and capitalizing on the advantages of interactive live learning. This approach allows children to engage in shared learning experiences tailored to their individual capabilities and learning styles, rather than adhering to generic developmental milestones. Circletime aims to empower parents in supporting their children’s optimal development through meaningful and engaging educational interactions.

Edith Labs operates an education management platform that connects students with mentors, aiming to foster long-term relationships through income share agreements. The company provides support in preparing for interviews and offers job referrals, ultimately assisting students in developing high earning potential and clear career trajectories. By facilitating these connections and resources, Edith Labs enhances students' prospects in the job market.

Founded by teachers, Floop is the feedback literacy company that empowers learners with the lifelong skills of seeking, giving, and using feedback to learn. Our web app helps teachers give feedback 4x faster and teaches students to engage with feedback.

Brite is an educational platform focused on empowering communities to teach coding to children. It offers a comprehensive curriculum, tools, and resources, incorporating interactive gaming elements to engage young learners and enhance their coding skills. By supporting educators, academies, and community organizations, Brite aims to make computer science education accessible and enjoyable, enabling users to teach coding in an effective and entertaining manner.

Pax Credit is a financial services company that specializes in facilitating education payments for international students. By offering a digital platform, it enables students to pay their university tuition, examination fees, and other educational expenses in their local currencies. This service not only simplifies the process of cross-border payments but also provides significant savings, ranging from $500 to $1200 in program fees compared to traditional local banking options. Pax Credit aims to address the financial challenges faced by international students by making education financing more accessible and affordable.

Enlightapp is an educational platform that uses AI-driven surveys and dynamic data science to help teachers and administrators build deep, authentic connections with diverse student communities, foster inclusive classrooms, and tailor instruction to individual needs. By collecting and analyzing student data, the platform enables educators to understand each student's strengths and challenges, inform personalized learning approaches, and monitor progress over time.

Grasshopper Kids facilitates convenient booking of children's enrichment activities, sending specialized educators directly to students' homes for personalized learning experiences.

AdvanceEDU is an innovative educational organization that partners with nonprofit universities to offer affordable digital degree programs. By streamlining the college experience, AdvanceEDU supports students through every stage of their education, from admissions and financial aid to coursework completion and career placement. The organization emphasizes personalized coaching and provides access to co-learning spaces and a supportive community, ensuring that students receive the guidance they need. Most students engaged with AdvanceEDU can pursue their studies without incurring debt, making higher education more accessible, particularly for individuals in Colorado who are balancing work, family obligations, or are first-generation college attendees. Through its unique model, AdvanceEDU aims to equip students with relevant degrees while simultaneously fostering their professional development.

Grit is an equitable funding platform for technical re-skilling powered by the community.

Turing School of Software & Design offers programs that enable prospective software developers to enhance their skills and network. During the course of a twenty-seven week web application development program, partakers will run across Ruby fundamentals, object-oriented programming, test-driven development, security, agile methodologies, client-side JavaScript, and more. Turing School of Software & Design was founded in 2014 and is based in San Francisco, California.

Tassel Software specializes in developing intuitive software solutions that enhance the collaboration between college advisors and their students. Their flagship product, Tassel Solution, is a comprehensive student management system designed to facilitate academic planning and career exploration. By providing a suite of tools tailored for education planning, professional networking, and career guidance, Tassel Solution aims to address the diverse needs of both students and advisors. The company's focus is on creating user-friendly platforms that promote effective engagement and support successful outcomes in academic and career paths.

Finli develops software that simplifies payments for family-centric businesses. It offers invoicing, tuition collection, enrollment tracking, and payment-related communication tools. Finli serves daycare centers, preschools, afterschool programs, neighborhood businesses, families, and corporations.

Beelinguapp is a language learning software that functions as a Karaoke Audiobook. It displays text in two languages side by side while playing audio, allowing users to read along in the language they're learning with reference to their native language.

Mellow is an innovative platform designed to help parents teach their children, aged 6 to 18, essential financial skills such as saving, spending, and earning. The service is integrated with a prepaid card, allowing children to engage in real-world financial activities while parents have access to control features and real-time spending records through a dedicated app. Mellow aims to create a habitual and educational experience that enables children to understand budgeting and personal finance, empowering them to manage their money effectively and achieve their financial goals.

Trala, Inc. is a company that has developed a music education application specifically designed for teaching users to play the violin. Founded in 2016 and based in Chicago, Illinois, Trala's application provides a comprehensive learning experience, offering tutorials, daily lessons, and real-time feedback on mistakes through advanced signal processing technology. This innovative feature allows the app to recognize notes and chords, enhancing the learning process. Users have access to thousands of video tutorials from renowned violinists, making it a convenient and effective tool for both students and teachers. The application also includes functionalities for teachers to track student progress, provide feedback, and manage practice activities.

StudyFree Inc. is an online education platform founded in 2020 and based in Delaware City, Delaware. It operates as a SaaS platform that connects students with international educational opportunities across 34 countries. StudyFree aims to simplify the admission process for students, potentially saving them up to $100,000 in tuition fees while offering flexible financing options such as scholarships, bank loans, or income-sharing agreements. The platform features a scoring algorithm that assesses applicants' profiles, recommends improvements, and matches them with programs that have the highest admission probabilities. Additionally, StudyFree assists users in preparing the necessary documentation, provides access to a marketplace of learning centers and financial partners, and connects students with mentors who can help them navigate the local education system and community. The automated admission platform minimizes manual involvement, streamlining the overall experience for its customers.

CLLCTVE is a portfolio platform designed to empower creators by providing them with essential tools, resources, and a supportive network to pursue their aspirations. The platform facilitates a community-driven experience, enabling freelancers to showcase their creative talents without needing to build websites or resumes. By connecting brands with a diverse pool of creators, CLLCTVE matches opportunities based on brand requirements and the skills and interests of its members. Additionally, the platform focuses on engaging college students, allowing them to create transmedia content for brands while connecting with a freelance community on campuses nationwide. Through this innovative approach, CLLCTVE fosters collaboration and provides valuable opportunities for both creators and brands.

Neolth is a digital platform dedicated to supporting mental well-being among teens and young adults. It provides a self-guided program that combines neuroscience-based techniques with personalized stress management plans, including relaxation practices and live-stream events. The company aims to foster a compassionate community while reducing stigma around mental health issues through its on-demand, self-guided care approach.