SOSV

Founded in 1995, SOSV is a global venture capital firm headquartered in New Jersey. It focuses on seed-to-growth stage investments in deep tech innovations, primarily in bio-tech/life sciences and hardware/robotics sectors, with a commitment to human and planetary health.

Michael Aberman

Partner

William Bao Bean

General Partner

Hugh Bowen

Associate

Shawn Broderick

Venture Partner

Stephen Chambers

General Partner

Past deals in Education

XD Academy

Seed Round in 2023
XD Academy is a e-learning platform specializing in crypto, trading, and blockchain education. It offers interactive video courses and a comprehensive educational database, taught by renowned crypto experts, to help students enhance their understanding of Web3 technology.

Snapask

Venture Round in 2023
Snapask is an education technology company founded in 2015 that aims to enhance the effectiveness, personalization, and accessibility of education. Utilizing machine learning and mobile cloud services, Snapask developed a mobile application that features a "Question & Answer" service, connecting students with qualified tutors in real-time. In 2018, the company introduced the "Learning Planner," which provides personalized content recommendations based on individual students' revision habits and learning progress. Currently, Snapask supports over 2.5 million students across ten regions in the Asia-Pacific, striving to become the leading Q&A service for educational assistance. By offering a variety of learning content and methods, Snapask empowers students to take control of their own educational journeys.

Ubanku

Pre Seed Round in 2022
Ubanku is a modern banking institution focused on promoting social and financial inclusion for Generation Z in Latin America. The company operates an online marketplace designed to connect allies and financial entities, offering various products and services aimed at transforming the university ecosystem. Ubanku emphasizes financial education as a catalyst for change, helping young people develop a healthier relationship with money and make informed financial decisions.

Nearpeer.org

Seed Round in 2022
Nearpeer is an Ed-tech platform that aims to provide high-quality education at a low price through technology in Pakistan and the Middle East. Having started with the vision of improving the educational landscape of Pakistan, Nearpeer has already been expanding globally within the first few years of its journey. Students get highly customized and engaging video lectures, a lot of practice material, 24/7 community access, and assignments to solve, once they enroll in the online courses. With 90% students from Pakistan, Nearpeer has crafted a distinguished brand in the test prep market by offering full preparation program of MCAT, CSS, SAT, CA, ACCA, and others - and then it expanded into other domains like Intermediate and high-school secondary tuition market, skill-based courses, and B2B partnership. After Pakistan, the company aims to expand into middle eastern countries with similar opportunity and market dynamics in place. It is a BYJUS from Pakistan with even better content production speed and Blitzscale in its core DNA.

Majormap

Seed Round in 2022
Applying to university is stressful. Students dont know how! None knows what they want to major in at university when they are just 16 years old! Parents cant help. Teachers cant help. And education consultants are too expensive for most families. We are Major Map and our data driven AI technology platform helps teachers and parents guide high school students to the right major based on their personality and interests. Since we launched Major Map three years ago over twenty percent of the high school students in South Korea have used our service. The massive amount of data from our user base gives our AI models a huge advantage. Lets connect and I can introduce how we are revolutionizing education counseling with technology.

Qwasar Silicon Valley

Convertible Note in 2022
Qwasar Silicon Valley is a software engineering school and apprenticeship platform that trains backend software engineering, low-level programming, embedded engineering, and artificial intelligence and machine learning. It operates an experiential learning platform backed by automation and data to help students develop practical technical skills and pursue professional roles. The program collaborates with leading tech companies to provide real-world training and aims to expand diversity in the tech workforce.

Vidyakul

Seed Round in 2021
Vidyakul is an online education platform that enables teachers to create and deliver online courses while giving students access to a range of courses across secondary and higher secondary education and entrance exam preparation. The platform offers free live classes, structured courses aligned with exam syllabi, and practice tests, along with e-books in local languages to support accessible learning. It aims to bridge the gap between students and teachers across India through integrated, interactive learning and continues to expand resources for students, parents, and teachers. Founded in 2017 and based in Gurugram, India.

Assemble

Pre Seed Round in 2020
Founded in 2020, Assemble's mission is to showcase unique stories and career paths – exposing audiences to an increasingly diverse set of options. Our mission is to make knowledge accessible to anyone looking to learn and connect directly with a community of diverse experts across industries.

Qwasar Silicon Valley

Convertible Note in 2020
Qwasar Silicon Valley is a software engineering school and apprenticeship platform that trains backend software engineering, low-level programming, embedded engineering, and artificial intelligence and machine learning. It operates an experiential learning platform backed by automation and data to help students develop practical technical skills and pursue professional roles. The program collaborates with leading tech companies to provide real-world training and aims to expand diversity in the tech workforce.

Rocketship

Seed Round in 2020
Rocketship is an organization that develops an accelerator education program aimed at supporting coaches in delivering curriculum and mentorship. The company's platform facilitates the setting of goals, assigning of tasks, and management of events, content, and progress. Additionally, it provides a dashboard that enables coaches to track progress and identify obstacles towards achieving their goals. By fostering connections between startups, mentors, and investors, Rocketship aims to build a supportive community and drive transformative outcomes for individuals involved in the program.

Arkademi

Seed Round in 2020
Arkademi operates an online platform that enables teaching and learning of certified vocational skills through a MOOC framework, supporting continuous learning to enhance personal competitiveness. The company offers online software development courses and a broad range of hard and soft skills, with content from partner providers, delivered via mobile and web applications, and designed for affordability and accessibility from anywhere.

Diwala

Seed Round in 2019
Diwala is a software-as-a-service platform that stores, verifies, and distributes digital credentials globally. It provides a digital identity wallet to create a verifiable record of educational and work history and other essential documents. Built on self-sovereign identity principles, the platform ensures data integrity and interoperability, enabling seamless data sharing and reducing digital infrastructure barriers. The company focuses on solutions for emerging markets, helping institutions and employers issue and verify digitally verifiable credentials to graduates and employees, thereby mitigating fraud and improving trust in credentialing.

Vidyakul

Seed Round in 2019
Vidyakul is an online education platform that enables teachers to create and deliver online courses while giving students access to a range of courses across secondary and higher secondary education and entrance exam preparation. The platform offers free live classes, structured courses aligned with exam syllabi, and practice tests, along with e-books in local languages to support accessible learning. It aims to bridge the gap between students and teachers across India through integrated, interactive learning and continues to expand resources for students, parents, and teachers. Founded in 2017 and based in Gurugram, India.

NewCampus

Seed Round in 2019
NewCampus is an online business school specializing in frontier markets. It serves growing organizations by providing change management solutions, upskilling programs, and education technology services.

Snapask

Venture Round in 2019
Snapask is an education technology company founded in 2015 that aims to enhance the effectiveness, personalization, and accessibility of education. Utilizing machine learning and mobile cloud services, Snapask developed a mobile application that features a "Question & Answer" service, connecting students with qualified tutors in real-time. In 2018, the company introduced the "Learning Planner," which provides personalized content recommendations based on individual students' revision habits and learning progress. Currently, Snapask supports over 2.5 million students across ten regions in the Asia-Pacific, striving to become the leading Q&A service for educational assistance. By offering a variety of learning content and methods, Snapask empowers students to take control of their own educational journeys.

Tinkamo

Seed Round in 2019
Tinkamo, headquartered in Shanghai, China, specializes in designing and manufacturing modular STEM toys for young children. Their primary product is connected smart blocks that simplify learning electronics and coding, making education engaging and entertaining for kids. The company caters primarily to the Chinese playschool market.

Oyalabs

Seed Round in 2018
Our mission is to translate ground-breaking science into innovative products that empower families to raise lifelong learners. Founded by a Stanford neuroscientist and a father of 2 young boys, our first product is Wunder, which is the first personalized, science-based platform to help new parents lead their little ones learning journey through play, imagination, and collaborative curiosity. The first idea for Oyalabs came about when our founder's first son was born with a congenital medical condition and he was looking for a science-based resource for parents to ensure they are stimulating not just physical but also cognitive development of their child - knowing 0-3 is the most critical period for intervention as 90% of the brain grows then. After positive results from a clinical study, in Summer 2017, we created Wunder to help harness predictive technologies to build tools to nurture not only Lamont’s own sons, as well as something meaningful and impactful for all families. Our technology has been shown to improve a child's language and cognitive outcomes in a research trial and has won the Best of BabyTech Learn & Play award at CES 2018. Based on the data and interactive curriculum in the Wunder app, the platform recommends parents age-appropriate activities, books and toys to teach and motivate parents to provide the most stimulating learning experience for their everyday bonding. Wunder is currently in Beta and parents with children between 0-24 months can apply to get access here: www.hellowunder.com/beta

HITCH Tech

Seed Round in 2018
Founded in 2018 and based in Kitchener, Canada, HITCH Tech Inc. develops an educational video platform tailored for African schools. It creates battery-powered video hotspots that store educational videos offline, allowing students to access them regardless of power or internet connectivity.

BuzzKID

Seed Round in 2018
BuzzKID is an education service provider based in Shanghai, China, specializing in language training for teens in China and English-speaking countries. Founded in 2017, the company operates an internet-based platform that connects students and tutors through video chats, facilitating language practice and enhancing teaching and communication skills. Users can join the platform either as students seeking language training or as tutors offering their expertise. BuzzKID also offers certifications and rewards to encourage engagement and achievement among its users, making it a comprehensive resource for language learning and mentorship.

NewCampus

Seed Round in 2018
NewCampus is an online business school specializing in frontier markets. It serves growing organizations by providing change management solutions, upskilling programs, and education technology services.

Tinkamo

Seed Round in 2017
Tinkamo, headquartered in Shanghai, China, specializes in designing and manufacturing modular STEM toys for young children. Their primary product is connected smart blocks that simplify learning electronics and coding, making education engaging and entertaining for kids. The company caters primarily to the Chinese playschool market.

Oyalabs

Seed Round in 2017
Our mission is to translate ground-breaking science into innovative products that empower families to raise lifelong learners. Founded by a Stanford neuroscientist and a father of 2 young boys, our first product is Wunder, which is the first personalized, science-based platform to help new parents lead their little ones learning journey through play, imagination, and collaborative curiosity. The first idea for Oyalabs came about when our founder's first son was born with a congenital medical condition and he was looking for a science-based resource for parents to ensure they are stimulating not just physical but also cognitive development of their child - knowing 0-3 is the most critical period for intervention as 90% of the brain grows then. After positive results from a clinical study, in Summer 2017, we created Wunder to help harness predictive technologies to build tools to nurture not only Lamont’s own sons, as well as something meaningful and impactful for all families. Our technology has been shown to improve a child's language and cognitive outcomes in a research trial and has won the Best of BabyTech Learn & Play award at CES 2018. Based on the data and interactive curriculum in the Wunder app, the platform recommends parents age-appropriate activities, books and toys to teach and motivate parents to provide the most stimulating learning experience for their everyday bonding. Wunder is currently in Beta and parents with children between 0-24 months can apply to get access here: www.hellowunder.com/beta

Hi-in

Seed Round in 2017
Hi-in is an AI-driven platform dedicated to assisting Chinese students studying abroad in securing employment with prominent companies in China, particularly in the finance and technology sectors. By utilizing machine learning, Hi-in delivers a tailored service that matches students with potential employers, facilitating effective job placements. The company also offers career preparation workshops and personalized mentorship sessions, equipping students with the necessary skills and insights to navigate their professional journeys successfully. Through these services, Hi-in aims to bridge the gap between overseas education and career opportunities in China.

Snapask

Seed Round in 2017
Snapask is an education technology company founded in 2015 that aims to enhance the effectiveness, personalization, and accessibility of education. Utilizing machine learning and mobile cloud services, Snapask developed a mobile application that features a "Question & Answer" service, connecting students with qualified tutors in real-time. In 2018, the company introduced the "Learning Planner," which provides personalized content recommendations based on individual students' revision habits and learning progress. Currently, Snapask supports over 2.5 million students across ten regions in the Asia-Pacific, striving to become the leading Q&A service for educational assistance. By offering a variety of learning content and methods, Snapask empowers students to take control of their own educational journeys.

Walkies Lab

Seed Round in 2017
Walkies Lab Inc is a company focused on developing innovative smart wearable toys for toddlers that facilitate motor and intellectual development through engaging, screen-free active games. In addition to creating enjoyable play experiences, Walkies Lab provides parents with valuable statistics regarding their children's activity levels and critical physical milestones. The company also offers prototyping services that assist designers and startups in transforming their concepts into tangible products, utilizing advanced technologies such as 3D printing and PCB printing. By combining playful learning with practical support for product development, Walkies Lab aims to enhance early childhood growth and foster creativity in the toy industry.

Maijin

Seed Round in 2017
Maijin is a platform that connects brands with a closed ecosystem of universities in China, leveraging a network of influencers across more than 1,000 campuses. With over 200,000 university students engaged in 20 cities, Maijin facilitates the collection of real-time data through its mobile app. This data provides valuable insights that help brands refine their strategies and enhance sales within the Chinese market. Additionally, the platform supports students and teachers in promoting environmental initiatives at their universities and allows students to participate as content creators, further enriching the engagement between brands and the university community.

NewCampus

Pre Seed Round in 2017
NewCampus is an online business school specializing in frontier markets. It serves growing organizations by providing change management solutions, upskilling programs, and education technology services.

Robolink

Seed Round in 2016
Robolink, Inc. is an educational company based in San Diego, California, that specializes in robotics and programming education. Founded in 2012 by Hansol Hong, Robolink develops and markets a range of robotics education kits, including CoDrone Lite, CoDrone Pro, and Rokit Smart. These products are designed to help students learn to build and program drones and robots, fostering an understanding of coding, robotics, and artificial intelligence. The company also operates a robotics and programming learning center and collaborates with local schools to provide after-school programs that enhance access to robotics education for students. Through its innovative approach, Robolink aims to inspire the next generation of engineers and programmers.

China Admissions

Seed Round in 2016
China Admissions is a company based in Beijing, China, founded in 2010. It specializes in assisting foreign students in studying at various Chinese universities. The company operates an online platform that provides information about admissions, educational programs, and application procedures, making the process smoother for international students. Additionally, China Admissions supports Chinese universities by offering international marketing services and helping them recruit foreign students.

Neo Networks

Convertible Note in 2016
Neo Networks, Inc. is a youth enrichment organization based in Decatur, Georgia, primarily serving Dekalb County and surrounding areas. The company focuses on providing computer literacy and educational programs designed to foster development and enhance self-esteem among young people. Its initiatives include computer-based learning activities that aim to equip youth with essential computer skills and knowledge of various software programs relevant in modern workplaces. The program encompasses a variety of modules, including peer support, parent participation, mentoring, and educational activities, all intended to create a supportive and engaging learning environment. Additionally, Neo Networks emphasizes the importance of homework completion and participation in extracurricular activities, while offering tutorial and mentoring services to guide students in their academic and personal growth. By involving parents and community members as active role models and mentors, Neo Networks seeks to promote responsible behavior and a commitment to lifelong learning among youth.

China Admissions

Convertible Note in 2016
China Admissions is a company based in Beijing, China, founded in 2010. It specializes in assisting foreign students in studying at various Chinese universities. The company operates an online platform that provides information about admissions, educational programs, and application procedures, making the process smoother for international students. Additionally, China Admissions supports Chinese universities by offering international marketing services and helping them recruit foreign students.

SmarTots

Convertible Note in 2016
SmarTots is a Chinese mobile internet education platform designed for children aged 2 to 7 years. Launched in November 2010, it facilitates the connection between families and educational resources through a mobile application. The platform offers parents insights through learning reports and reviews from educators, allowing them to monitor and understand their children's learning progress. SmarTots aims to create a comprehensive recommendation and analysis platform that serves not only parents and educators but also mobile application developers worldwide. Recognized as the largest children's education application platform globally, SmarTots features a variety of educational applications that have received endorsements from child education experts.

Specifiko

Venture Round in 2016
Specifiko is a video news and English-learning platform tailored for healthcare and pharmaceutical professionals and students in Japan and China. It provides access to over 2,000 free industry-specific news videos, complete with transcripts and translations, making content accessible to non-native English speakers. Additionally, Specifiko operates on a subscription model, offering a comprehensive language-learning tool that features an interactive database of more than 50,000 translated healthcare and pharmaceutical terms and idiomatic expressions. This service is designed to enhance targeted language acquisition through various educational modules. The team at Specifiko comprises professionals with extensive experience in the pharmaceutical and language sectors, having collaborated with multinational pharmaceutical companies in both China and Japan.

Uparenting

Seed Round in 2016
Uparenting is a mobile platform that connects Chinese parents with professional parenting practitioners to provide tailored and reliable advice for daily parenting challenges. Recognizing that many parents often turn to Baidu for solutions, Uparenting addresses the need for trustworthy information that is specifically customized to individual circumstances. By facilitating real-time interactions between parents and experts, Uparenting empowers families to navigate the complexities of child-rearing more effectively. The platform aims to enhance the parenting experience by ensuring that parents receive the support they need in a timely and accessible manner.

Cookmood

Convertible Note in 2015
CookMood is a Brazilian company that operates an online platform for live culinary classes, enabling users to learn and teach cooking from the comfort of their own kitchens. The platform facilitates live streaming sessions where participants can interact in real-time, ask questions, and gain insights from experienced cooks, whether they are home cooks or professional chefs. With just a mobile device or computer, anyone can join or lead a class, making culinary education accessible and engaging. CookMood aims to leverage the sharing economy by transforming ordinary kitchens into dynamic classrooms, fostering a community of cooking enthusiasts eager to share skills and knowledge.

Neo Networks

Venture Round in 2015
Neo Networks, Inc. is a youth enrichment organization based in Decatur, Georgia, primarily serving Dekalb County and surrounding areas. The company focuses on providing computer literacy and educational programs designed to foster development and enhance self-esteem among young people. Its initiatives include computer-based learning activities that aim to equip youth with essential computer skills and knowledge of various software programs relevant in modern workplaces. The program encompasses a variety of modules, including peer support, parent participation, mentoring, and educational activities, all intended to create a supportive and engaging learning environment. Additionally, Neo Networks emphasizes the importance of homework completion and participation in extracurricular activities, while offering tutorial and mentoring services to guide students in their academic and personal growth. By involving parents and community members as active role models and mentors, Neo Networks seeks to promote responsible behavior and a commitment to lifelong learning among youth.

Snapask

Seed Round in 2015
Snapask is an education technology company founded in 2015 that aims to enhance the effectiveness, personalization, and accessibility of education. Utilizing machine learning and mobile cloud services, Snapask developed a mobile application that features a "Question & Answer" service, connecting students with qualified tutors in real-time. In 2018, the company introduced the "Learning Planner," which provides personalized content recommendations based on individual students' revision habits and learning progress. Currently, Snapask supports over 2.5 million students across ten regions in the Asia-Pacific, striving to become the leading Q&A service for educational assistance. By offering a variety of learning content and methods, Snapask empowers students to take control of their own educational journeys.

Makeblock

Venture Round in 2015
Makeblock, established in 2013 by Jasen Wang and headquartered in Shenzhen, China, specializes in a do-it-yourself robotics construction and programming learning platform. This platform provides mechanical parts, electronic modules, and graphical programming software, empowering STEM learners, educators, and hobbyists to build and customize robots with versatile functionalities like hovercrafts or cars.

Cookmood

Seed Round in 2015
CookMood is a Brazilian company that operates an online platform for live culinary classes, enabling users to learn and teach cooking from the comfort of their own kitchens. The platform facilitates live streaming sessions where participants can interact in real-time, ask questions, and gain insights from experienced cooks, whether they are home cooks or professional chefs. With just a mobile device or computer, anyone can join or lead a class, making culinary education accessible and engaging. CookMood aims to leverage the sharing economy by transforming ordinary kitchens into dynamic classrooms, fostering a community of cooking enthusiasts eager to share skills and knowledge.

Specifiko

Venture Round in 2015
Specifiko is a video news and English-learning platform tailored for healthcare and pharmaceutical professionals and students in Japan and China. It provides access to over 2,000 free industry-specific news videos, complete with transcripts and translations, making content accessible to non-native English speakers. Additionally, Specifiko operates on a subscription model, offering a comprehensive language-learning tool that features an interactive database of more than 50,000 translated healthcare and pharmaceutical terms and idiomatic expressions. This service is designed to enhance targeted language acquisition through various educational modules. The team at Specifiko comprises professionals with extensive experience in the pharmaceutical and language sectors, having collaborated with multinational pharmaceutical companies in both China and Japan.

Snapask

Seed Round in 2015
Snapask is an education technology company founded in 2015 that aims to enhance the effectiveness, personalization, and accessibility of education. Utilizing machine learning and mobile cloud services, Snapask developed a mobile application that features a "Question & Answer" service, connecting students with qualified tutors in real-time. In 2018, the company introduced the "Learning Planner," which provides personalized content recommendations based on individual students' revision habits and learning progress. Currently, Snapask supports over 2.5 million students across ten regions in the Asia-Pacific, striving to become the leading Q&A service for educational assistance. By offering a variety of learning content and methods, Snapask empowers students to take control of their own educational journeys.

LearnLode

Venture Round in 2015
LearnLode is an Ireland-based company focused on developing a next-generation knowledge management and online learning platform. The platform is designed to help businesses optimize their knowledge assets by capturing, retaining, and sharing valuable information across the organization. Utilizing proprietary technology and algorithms, LearnLode's solution enables contact centers and other industries to streamline the information access process for their agents, ensuring they receive relevant information efficiently. By enhancing knowledge management, LearnLode assists companies in maximizing the value derived from their employees' expertise, ultimately reducing the costs associated with training and recruitment.

Uparenting

Pre Seed Round in 2015
Uparenting is a mobile platform that connects Chinese parents with professional parenting practitioners to provide tailored and reliable advice for daily parenting challenges. Recognizing that many parents often turn to Baidu for solutions, Uparenting addresses the need for trustworthy information that is specifically customized to individual circumstances. By facilitating real-time interactions between parents and experts, Uparenting empowers families to navigate the complexities of child-rearing more effectively. The platform aims to enhance the parenting experience by ensuring that parents receive the support they need in a timely and accessible manner.

Dyad.com

Seed Round in 2015
Dyad is a digital platform based in Shanghai, China, that assists high school students in studying abroad at universities. Founded in 2012, the company offers a range of services aimed at navigating the university application process. These services include mentorship in university applications, time management skills development, effective study techniques, extracurricular planning, and internship application support. Additionally, Dyad provides guidance on creating target school lists, managing application timelines, and preparing personal statements and CVs. The platform also facilitates interview preparation and offers structured feedback, scholarship support, and assistance in comparing university acceptances. Through its mentorship model, Dyad has helped students secure over $27 million in scholarships to prestigious institutions, utilizing a comprehensive online library of resources and tools for face-to-face interaction.

LightUp

Venture Round in 2015
LightUp develops an educational technology platform that combines an electronics construction kit with a digital tutor application to teach kids the fundamentals of technology through hands-on projects using real components. The platform features mobile-based augmented reality labs designed to engage students in new ways and to help them understand electronics, circuits, and coding. The company is based in the United States.

SmarTots

Venture Round in 2015
SmarTots is a Chinese mobile internet education platform designed for children aged 2 to 7 years. Launched in November 2010, it facilitates the connection between families and educational resources through a mobile application. The platform offers parents insights through learning reports and reviews from educators, allowing them to monitor and understand their children's learning progress. SmarTots aims to create a comprehensive recommendation and analysis platform that serves not only parents and educators but also mobile application developers worldwide. Recognized as the largest children's education application platform globally, SmarTots features a variety of educational applications that have received endorsements from child education experts.

SchoolMatch

Seed Round in 2015
SchoolMatch is an educational technology company.

Specifiko

Seed Round in 2015
Specifiko is a video news and English-learning platform tailored for healthcare and pharmaceutical professionals and students in Japan and China. It provides access to over 2,000 free industry-specific news videos, complete with transcripts and translations, making content accessible to non-native English speakers. Additionally, Specifiko operates on a subscription model, offering a comprehensive language-learning tool that features an interactive database of more than 50,000 translated healthcare and pharmaceutical terms and idiomatic expressions. This service is designed to enhance targeted language acquisition through various educational modules. The team at Specifiko comprises professionals with extensive experience in the pharmaceutical and language sectors, having collaborated with multinational pharmaceutical companies in both China and Japan.

Cabeasy

Seed Round in 2015
CabEasy is a ride-sharing service and application tailored specifically for university students. It facilitates the sharing of cab rides among students from the same institution, promoting convenience and cost-efficiency. By partnering with local taxi providers, CabEasy offers both on-demand and scheduled trip options, ensuring that students have reliable transportation solutions that cater to their academic schedules and social activities. The service aims to enhance mobility within university communities while fostering connections among students.

KEYi Tech

Pre Seed Round in 2014
KEYi Tech specializes in developing human-machine interaction platforms, focusing on the creation of customizable and reconfigurable modular robots for the entertainment and education sectors. The company integrates artificial intelligence with innovative product design to engage individuals in the imaginative process of crafting robotic companions that facilitate meaningful interactions and educational experiences. By emphasizing the importance of consumer robotics in family life, KEYi Tech aims to inspire users of all ages to learn from and grow with their robotic creations. The company's mission centers on fostering connections and delivering enriching moments through advanced robotic technology.

Local Food Lab

Seed Round in 2014
Local Food Lab, Inc. is a venture builder and startup academy based in Stanford, California, founded in 2012. The company specializes in providing online classes that focus on business plan development and investor pitch preparation specifically for food and agricultural startups. Additionally, Local Food Lab offers a one-day boot camp program designed for food entrepreneurs, catering to a diverse range of clients including artisan food makers, urban agriculturists, food tech innovators, food photographers, food truck operators, farmers, restaurateurs, food bloggers, package designers, and recipe box creators. The company's mission is to foster a healthier, more equitable, and resilient food system through education and community support for aspiring food entrepreneurs.

Linkitz

Seed Round in 2014
Linkitz is a manufacturer of innovative wearable electronic kits designed for children to explore technology. The kit features a collection of unique electronic links that snap together and can be rearranged to create various configurations, allowing children to engage in hands-on learning. Each link has customizable functionalities, which can be programmed using a simple, picture-based interface. This interactive approach helps children grasp fundamental programming concepts while fostering creativity and problem-solving skills. By combining hardware and software in an engaging format, Linkitz empowers young users to build and experiment with their own creations, enhancing their understanding of technology in a playful manner.

Neo Networks

Seed Round in 2013
Neo Networks, Inc. is a youth enrichment organization based in Decatur, Georgia, primarily serving Dekalb County and surrounding areas. The company focuses on providing computer literacy and educational programs designed to foster development and enhance self-esteem among young people. Its initiatives include computer-based learning activities that aim to equip youth with essential computer skills and knowledge of various software programs relevant in modern workplaces. The program encompasses a variety of modules, including peer support, parent participation, mentoring, and educational activities, all intended to create a supportive and engaging learning environment. Additionally, Neo Networks emphasizes the importance of homework completion and participation in extracurricular activities, while offering tutorial and mentoring services to guide students in their academic and personal growth. By involving parents and community members as active role models and mentors, Neo Networks seeks to promote responsible behavior and a commitment to lifelong learning among youth.

Makeblock

Seed Round in 2013
Makeblock, established in 2013 by Jasen Wang and headquartered in Shenzhen, China, specializes in a do-it-yourself robotics construction and programming learning platform. This platform provides mechanical parts, electronic modules, and graphical programming software, empowering STEM learners, educators, and hobbyists to build and customize robots with versatile functionalities like hovercrafts or cars.

eProf Education

Seed Round in 2013
eProf is an education technology consultancy and software provider. We work with education businesses, schoolboards, colleges and universities to help them select technology platforms, and develop and sell their online courses. Check us out here - http://eprof.com

LightUp

Pre Seed Round in 2013
LightUp develops an educational technology platform that combines an electronics construction kit with a digital tutor application to teach kids the fundamentals of technology through hands-on projects using real components. The platform features mobile-based augmented reality labs designed to engage students in new ways and to help them understand electronics, circuits, and coding. The company is based in the United States.

SmarTots

Series A in 2013
SmarTots is a Chinese mobile internet education platform designed for children aged 2 to 7 years. Launched in November 2010, it facilitates the connection between families and educational resources through a mobile application. The platform offers parents insights through learning reports and reviews from educators, allowing them to monitor and understand their children's learning progress. SmarTots aims to create a comprehensive recommendation and analysis platform that serves not only parents and educators but also mobile application developers worldwide. Recognized as the largest children's education application platform globally, SmarTots features a variety of educational applications that have received endorsements from child education experts.

Click 4 Classes

Seed Round in 2013
Click 4 Classes operates a comprehensive website that serves as a resource for individuals seeking information on classes and training providers across various business sectors. The platform offers guidance on nearly every aspect of planning or enrolling in classes, making it easier for users to find suitable educational opportunities. By aggregating data on a range of training programs, Click 4 Classes aims to facilitate the decision-making process for prospective students and professionals looking to enhance their skills and knowledge.

LightUp

Venture Round in 2013
LightUp develops an educational technology platform that combines an electronics construction kit with a digital tutor application to teach kids the fundamentals of technology through hands-on projects using real components. The platform features mobile-based augmented reality labs designed to engage students in new ways and to help them understand electronics, circuits, and coding. The company is based in the United States.

Kidpad

Seed Round in 2012
KidPad is a tool designed for children to collaboratively create non-linear stories, allowing them to visually express their thoughts.

LGO

Seed Round in 2012
LGO is a dual degree program that includes coursework for a master of science from the school of engineering and a master of business administration from the school of management. Their courses include aeronautics, astronautics, chemical engineering, civil engineering and environmental engineering, electrical engineering, computer science, mechanical engineering, nuclear science and engineering, and operations research.

Makeblock

Pre Seed Round in 2012
Makeblock, established in 2013 by Jasen Wang and headquartered in Shenzhen, China, specializes in a do-it-yourself robotics construction and programming learning platform. This platform provides mechanical parts, electronic modules, and graphical programming software, empowering STEM learners, educators, and hobbyists to build and customize robots with versatile functionalities like hovercrafts or cars.

SmarTots

Seed Round in 2011
SmarTots is a Chinese mobile internet education platform designed for children aged 2 to 7 years. Launched in November 2010, it facilitates the connection between families and educational resources through a mobile application. The platform offers parents insights through learning reports and reviews from educators, allowing them to monitor and understand their children's learning progress. SmarTots aims to create a comprehensive recommendation and analysis platform that serves not only parents and educators but also mobile application developers worldwide. Recognized as the largest children's education application platform globally, SmarTots features a variety of educational applications that have received endorsements from child education experts.

Hangzhou Xiubo Network Technology

Seed Round in 2011
Hangzhou Xiubo Network Technology is a developer of an online educational platform aimed at children in China. Founded in 2008 and based in Hangzhou, the company provides a range of interactive e-learning courses designed to enhance student engagement and improve learning outcomes. By addressing the limitations of traditional education, Xiubo Network Technology offers real-time education services that include interactive lectures and immediate feedback, creating a dynamic learning environment that makes education both enjoyable and effective. The platform focuses on delivering engaging content that captivates students, ultimately fostering a love for learning.

SocialSci

Angel Round in 2010
SocialSci is an online platform tailored for academic researchers to conduct scientific surveys and in-lab studies. Founded in 2009 and based in Cambridge, Massachusetts, the platform facilitates the design of surveys through an intuitive drag-and-drop interface, allowing users to create and manage unlimited surveys and responses. It also features a built-in recruitment system that incentivizes participation through a point system while effectively screening out repeat participants. SocialSci is utilized by colleges and universities across the United States, bridging the gap between traditional research methods and modern technological practices in participant recruitment and data collection.
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