# BookClub

Startup profile on Capital Atlas: https://capitalatlas.ai/startups/bookclub

- Industry: Internet
- Headquarters: Alpine, US
- Website: www.bookclub.com
- Total disclosed funding: $24M
- Latest round: Series A (Jun 4, 2021)
- Investors on record: 8

## About

BookClub, Inc. is an innovative platform that enhances leadership development through curated book-based learning experiences, fostering team engagement and alignment across diverse organizations.BookClub, Inc. is a company that focuses on leadership development by providing a platform for curated learning experiences. Founded in 2020, the company is headquartered in Alpine, US. The founders include David Blake, Eric Sharp, and Sarah Sharp, with David Blake serving as CEO. The company raised USD 18.56 mn in Series A funding on June 4, 2021, led by Signal Peak Ventures, with participation from Pellion Technologies, GSV Ventures, Maveron Capital, and new investor Backstage Capital. To date, BookClub has closed 2 deals.BookClub, Inc. offers a comprehensive platform designed to enhance leadership development through curated book-based learning experiences. Their core product enables teams to access curated micro-lessons derived from acclaimed business literature, allowing for tailored learning experiences that align with specific organizational needs. The platform emphasizes creating a shared language within teams to facilitate insightful discussions and drive team cohesion. The company serves a diverse clientele, including enterprise organizations and small businesses across North America, Europe, and Asia-Pacific, focusing on human resources and talent development initiatives.BookClub, Inc. generates revenue through a subscription-based model that allows organizations to access their leadership development tools and resources. Clients engage in partnerships where they pay for access to the platform, which includes curated content, tracking tools, and community discussion forums. This revenue structure accommodates both B2B partnerships and direct-to-consumer engagements, providing flexibility for businesses of different sizes. The company's flagship service centers on leveraging books as a foundational resource for leadership training, ensuring ongoing development for organizations.BookClub, Inc. plans to utilize the recent USD 18.56 mn Series A funding to enhance its platform and expand its offerings. The company is working on new products that will further integrate leadership development with technology, aiming for a release in the coming year. Additionally, BookClub is targeting expansion into new geographic markets, specifically focusing on Europe and Asia-Pacific by the end of 2023, to increase its global footprint and impact in leadership training.

## Funding rounds

- Series A, Jun 4, 2021, $19M — Signal Peak Ventures, Maveron, Pellion Technologies, Backstage Capital, GSV Ventures
- Seed, Jul 31, 2020, $5.8M — Pelion Venture Partners, Signal Peak Ventures, Maveron, Album VC, GSV Ventures, Firework Ventures

## Investors

- Pelion Venture Partners (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/pelion-venture-partners) — Seed
- Signal Peak Ventures (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/signal-peak-ventures) — Seed, Series A
- Maveron (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/maveron) — Seed, Series A
- Album VC (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/album-vc) — Seed
- GSV Ventures (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/gsv-ventures) — Seed, Series A
- Firework Ventures (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/firework-ventures) — Seed
- Pellion Technologies — Series A
- Backstage Capital (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/backstage-capital) — Series A