BOSTON, MA--(Marketwired - Aug 16, 2016) - LearnLaunch Accelerator, a startup program at the forefront of education technology, announced today that it is now accepting applications for its second Breakthrough Program designed for companies that have achieved market entry and revenue, but need help creating and implementing scaling and funding strategies to support rapid growth.
The Breakthrough Program is designed to help Pre-Series A and International education technology companies by providing investment, guidance and access to strategic partners and financing entities.
After a highly selective process, up to six edtech startups will be chosen to participate in Breakthrough's blended remote and on-site program. Each startup can receive up to $120k in investment and will have access to over 120 LearnLaunch mentors as well as the investment community. Structured to provide guidance specific to the needs of participating companies, Breakthrough is designed to accomplish its goals in a condensed and intensive timeframe compared to LearnLaunch's traditional Boost accelerator program.
"The program gives our companies a perfect opportunity to get catapulted into the Boston edtech scene and establish long lasting relationships with investors and partners," said Jean Hammond, LearnLaunch Partner. "After the program ends, we will help the companies leverage those relationships and achieve success in the years to come."
"Our program provides startups with a very personalized experience focused on creating company partnerships, investment planning and targeted mentorship," said Asad Butt, LearnLaunch Accelerator Partner. "We are looking for companies and entrepreneurs that are ready to hit the ground running on day one."
The Breakthrough program will start in November 2016 and continue through the beginning of February 2017. LearnLaunch Accelerator is inviting companies with unique, disruptive, scalable businesses with a high potential for growth, a large impact on education, and an experienced founding team. The application deadline is September 15, 2016. To learn more or to apply, please visit www.learnlaunch.com/x.
The LearnLaunch Accelerator program is now in its fourth year and has attracted edtech startups from across the globe. The LearnLaunch Accelerator program has invested in 31 companies in the education technology sector; today over one million students, teachers and alumni are using their products. Alumni include Zulama, Riipen, Listenwise, Playposit, Hstry, uConnect, Authess and Knowledge to Practice. The companies range from identity management to authentic assessment, medical recertification to 3D toys, grammar apps to tools for special education, and much more. You can find out additional information about the LearnLaunch Accelerator portfolio of startups here.
About LearnLaunch Accelerator
LearnLaunch Accelerator is a leading edtech startup program, personalized for each entrepreneur. After a highly selective application process, LearnLaunch Accelerator provides the most promising edtech startups worldwide with seed funding, an unmatched team of mentors, intensive coaching and all the tools needed to grow a successful edtech startup. LearnLaunch Accelerator fund provides a diversified platform for early stage edtech investors.
About LearnLaunch
LearnLaunch is dedicated to connecting, supporting, and growing the education technology ecosystem to drive innovation and transform learning. We are a vibrant community, delivering educational events, a selective accelerator program and a collaborative co-working space. We are based in Boston, a world education hub. For more information, visit www.learnlaunch.com and follow LearnLaunch on Twitter at @learnlaunch.
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EdTech180