LearnLaunch Fund + Accelerator, a prominent edtech investor, has selected five startups for its 2023 Breakthrough to Scale program to develop innovative solutions that use cutting-edge technology and human-centered design to offer future-proof learning, earning, and collaboration opportunities.
Since 2013, LearnLaunch has invested in over 80 edtech companies worldwide, raising more than $250 million and reaching 40 million learners. It continues to back visionaries striving for accessibility, equity and improved outcomes across educational sectors.
The five participating startups in the program are:
- Academy Vision, based in Los Angeles, provides digital platforms for upskilling the eye care workforce. Its comprehensive solution helps train employees more efficiently and lighten senior staff workloads while promoting practice growth, higher patient satisfaction and professionalism among staff. Its scalable and cost-effective approach makes it an attractive option for businesses.
- In Tel Aviv, Ann is transforming the education publishing industry by leveraging AI and machine learning to transform static content into interactive digital materials with assessments and real-time reports for teachers. The goal is to modernize without compromising fundamental aspects of original publications.
- Kiddie Kredit, based in Miami, Florida, is closing the income gap by providing a mobile app that teaches children about credit and financial responsibility. Through chore completion, the app seeks to foster early literacy of the credit system. Already in partnerships with Equifax and other major financial institutions, Kiddie Kredit is addressing youth financial education on a larger scale.
- Lingco, a Lansing-based language learning platform for K-12 and higher ed, provides educators with data-driven insights and engaging content to help their students reach proficiency. Its adaptive system assesses language competencies and enables instructors to build better courses.
- UpBrainery, a company focused on career and technical education, provides exploration pathways for K-12 students. It uses AI and machine learning to create personalized learning paths, with built-in badging, micro-credentialing, and teacher tools designed for easy implementation in classrooms.
LearnLaunch Accelerator’s Breakthrough to Scale program will lead selected startups on a 12-week virtual journey. The goal is for companies to fortify their product-market fit, grow their customer base and build scalable operational frameworks. They’ll be supported by mentors, venture partners and funders in LearnLaunch’s network.
At EdTech Week in New York, October 2 to 7, participating startups will demonstrate the successes of a program aimed at preparing companies for funding, deployment and operations.
