Weld North

Weld North is a private equity firm based in Stamford, Connecticut, founded in 2010. The firm specializes in digital and SaaS educational solutions, focusing on high-potential businesses within the education sector. In partnership with KKR, Weld North makes control investments aimed at accelerating growth through a commitment to enhancing customer experience, operational excellence, marketing strategies, and disciplined financial management. The firm prioritizes attracting talented professionals and recognizes the expertise needed to develop successful technology-enabled education initiatives. With a longer investment horizon, Weld North remains open to both organic growth and new investments, striving to achieve optimal outcomes for students, educators, and stakeholders in the education industry.

Waseem Alam

Managing Director

Waseem Alam

Managing Director

Zack Cohen

Senior Associate

Jonathan Grayer

Founder and CEO

Adam Klaber

Vice Chairman and CAO

15 past transactions

Purpose Prep

Acquisition in 2020
Purpose Prep, Inc., based in Clawson, Michigan, specializes in online social-emotional learning (SEL) programs and courses for K-12 educational institutions. Established in 2014 and formerly known as Everest Studios Inc., the company rebranded in July 2017 and now operates as a subsidiary of Weld North Education, LLC. Purpose Prep provides innovative and engaging curriculum designed to enhance students' personal, character, and leadership development, as well as their mental health and wellness. The company's offerings aim to improve communication and academic performance while addressing stress and anxiety, ultimately preparing students for life beyond school. Purpose Prep's resources are adaptable to the unique needs of school districts, fostering a purposeful learning experience that supports students' success both during and after their educational journey.

LearnZillion

Acquisition in 2020
LearnZillion, Inc. is an educational technology company based in Washington, D.C., that provides open and cloud-based curriculum resources to schools, particularly focusing on mathematics and English literacy. Founded in 2011, the company offers a platform that includes video lessons, practice problems, and instructional materials tailored to new educational standards. Its solutions are designed to support teachers in their instruction, allowing them to track student performance and address individual learning needs. Additionally, LearnZillion provides task-implementation guides that facilitate interactive learning between students and educators. The company also offers a mobile application to enhance accessibility and engagement. As of January 2020, LearnZillion operates as a subsidiary of Weld North Education, LLC.

Assesssment Technology

Acquisition in 2019
ATI was founded in 1986 by educators with expertise in child development, the psychology of learning, and in educational measurement. Those founders are part of today’s ATI team which is nationally known as an energized and dedicated group of professionals focused on carrying forth the long-standing mission of creating technology to promote learning. The concept behind the promotion of learning is the preparation of today’s youth to meet the opportunities and challenges of today and of tomorrow. As partners with our clients, we make sure that educators receive cutting-edge technology and guidance offered promptly and through clear communications so that they and those they teach can benefit from all that Galileo has to offer.

Glynlyon

Acquisition in 2019
Glynlyon, Inc. is an educational company based in Chandler, Arizona, that offers a variety of curriculum and learning solutions for pre K-12 students. Founded in 1998, Glynlyon provides online and self-paced academic curricula tailored for public, virtual, charter, and alternative schools. The company focuses on empowering educators by enabling them to create lessons from a standards-aligned curriculum, enhancing the capacity for blended learning. Additionally, Glynlyon offers diverse family and faith-based entertainment products, including dramas, children's videos, and educational content. Its programs support online distance learning for students across all grades, promoting the effective use of technology in education at home and in school.

Voxy

Series C in 2017
Voxy, Inc. operates a language learning platform specializing in personalized English language instruction for non-native speakers. Founded in 2009 and based in New York City, the company provides tailored curricula that adapt to learners' interests, routines, and goals. Voxy's platform integrates web and mobile access, offering real-time lesson adjustments and live instruction, which enhances the learning experience. The content is designed to engage learners through current events, pop culture, and sports, while also incorporating tools for reading comprehension and vocabulary development. Additionally, Voxy serves corporations, educational institutions, and governments worldwide, offering analytics and reporting tools to help organizations assess their English learning programs. With a presence in over 50 countries, Voxy has been recognized by major media outlets for its innovative approach to language education.

Performance Matters

Acquisition in 2016
Performance Matters LLC develops professional development tools for educators. It offers a Performance Matters Growth Platform that allows districts to identify trends from student and educator data and make insightful decisions to improve student outcomes and increase the impact of educators. The company was founded in 2000 and is based in Sandy, Utah with a customer support center in Winter Park, Florida; and a research and development office in Roswell, Georgia. Performance Matters LLC operates as a subsidiary of Weld North LLC. As of February 1, 2018, Performance Matters LLC operates as a subsidiary of PeopleAdmin, Inc.

Intellify Learning

Acquisition in 2016
Intellify Learning is an emerging company specializing in learning data management and analytics solutions for the education sector. It offers a cloud-based Platform as a Service (PaaS) that enables educational institutions to collect, store, manage, and analyze learning data efficiently. This platform provides advanced capabilities for measuring and enhancing the teaching and learning experience, as well as managing digital curriculum content. By delivering comprehensive analytics, Intellify Learning helps its clients and partners make informed decisions to improve educational outcomes and optimize the overall learning environment.

Software Guild

Acquisition in 2015
The Software Guild is an intensive, fast-paced apprenticeship program where you learn to be a software developer. In this full-time, 12-week course, you will learn either .NET/C# or Java and acquire the skills needed for entry-level developer positions. The course, which includes face-to-face lectures, hands-on experience and labs, enables you to build a strong portfolio to aid in your job search. What is important to our apprentices looking for their first job is having a skill set that is widely attractive to employers. For this reason, we offer learning programs in both .NET/C# and Java. These two stacks are stable, proven, and in the highest demand in the enterprise.

Truenorthlogic

Acquisition in 2014
Truenorthlogic specializes in K-12 talent management by offering web-based software solutions designed to support the professional growth of educators. The company’s K-12 Talent Management Platform includes various modules for managing induction, licensure and certification tracking, career development, coaching, observation, evaluation, and professional learning. This platform is uniquely positioned as it integrates all processes and data related to educator effectiveness into a single system. Truenorthlogic serves numerous school districts, including those in major cities like New York, Chicago, and Los Angeles. Additionally, the company provides customizable assessment tools that allow teachers to evaluate their technology teaching skills and receive tailored professional growth recommendations, further enhancing their educational effectiveness.

Imagine Learning

Acquisition in 2014
Imagine Learning, Inc. specializes in developing language and literacy solutions for elementary students in the United States and internationally. Founded in 2004 and based in Provo, Utah, the company offers a range of educational software programs designed to enhance literacy skills. Its flagship product, Imagine Learning, features interactive activities, videos, and games to engage students. Additionally, Imagine Learning v14 provides interoperability across devices, while Imagine Learning Cloud offers a web-based platform for teachers and administrators equipped with interactive data tools. The company also provides Imagine Learning Español, which focuses on building literacy and language proficiency in Spanish for early learners. With a commitment to supporting diverse learners, including English language learners, struggling readers, and students with disabilities, Imagine Learning aims to deliver differentiated instruction and comprehensive digital curriculum services to enhance educational outcomes.

Voxy

Series B in 2013
Voxy, Inc. operates a language learning platform specializing in personalized English language instruction for non-native speakers. Founded in 2009 and based in New York City, the company provides tailored curricula that adapt to learners' interests, routines, and goals. Voxy's platform integrates web and mobile access, offering real-time lesson adjustments and live instruction, which enhances the learning experience. The content is designed to engage learners through current events, pop culture, and sports, while also incorporating tools for reading comprehension and vocabulary development. Additionally, Voxy serves corporations, educational institutions, and governments worldwide, offering analytics and reporting tools to help organizations assess their English learning programs. With a presence in over 50 countries, Voxy has been recognized by major media outlets for its innovative approach to language education.

Organic Avenue

Private Equity Round in 2013
Organic Avenue, LLC manufactures organic plant based products for breakfast, lunch, and light dinner. The company's products include salads, soup, entrees, snacks, wraps, fruit and vegetable juices, mylks, smoothies, iced tea, and kombucha. The company offers its products through stores and provides online services. The company was founded in 2000 and is based in New York, New York. On October 15, 2015, Organic Avenue, LLC filed for liquidation under Chapter 7 in the U.S. Bankruptcy Court for the Southern District of New York.

JBHM Education Group

Acquisition in 2012
JBHM is recognized as a leader in transformative education services. Located in Jackson, Mississippi, JBHM seeks to assist schools in developing their professional capacities and culture in order to sustain continuous improvement in student learning. The Company’s School Improvement Process reaches from state education agencies through school district personnel school boards, superintendents, district administrators, principals and teachers. JBHM was recently cited in a state of Arkansas study of school improvement providers as the only company achieving statistically significant results in both ELA and Math.

Voxy

Series A in 2012
Voxy, Inc. operates a language learning platform specializing in personalized English language instruction for non-native speakers. Founded in 2009 and based in New York City, the company provides tailored curricula that adapt to learners' interests, routines, and goals. Voxy's platform integrates web and mobile access, offering real-time lesson adjustments and live instruction, which enhances the learning experience. The content is designed to engage learners through current events, pop culture, and sports, while also incorporating tools for reading comprehension and vocabulary development. Additionally, Voxy serves corporations, educational institutions, and governments worldwide, offering analytics and reporting tools to help organizations assess their English learning programs. With a presence in over 50 countries, Voxy has been recognized by major media outlets for its innovative approach to language education.

The Learning House

Acquisition in 2011
The Learning House, established in 2001, specializes in assisting small independent schools in developing distance learning programs tailored for non-traditional students. The company operates on a "no upfront cost" model, allowing smaller institutions to effectively compete with larger state universities' distance learning offerings. It provides a range of educational services, including online program management, enterprise learning systems, and expertise in research, marketing, enrollment, retention, and instructional design. Additionally, The Learning House delivers technology-enabled graduate and undergraduate programs, short courses, bootcamps, and professional development services. Its focus on data-driven decision-making helps colleges and universities attract more students while ensuring improved outcomes.
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