# Brilliant Worldwide

Startup profile on Capital Atlas: https://capitalatlas.ai/startups/brilliant-worldwide

- Industry: Education/Training
- Headquarters: San Francisco, US
- Website: www.brilliant.org
- Latest round: Series B (May 19, 2014)
- Investors on record: 3

## About

Brilliant Worldwide, Inc. is an online educational platform focusing on enhancing problem-solving skills in mathematics, science, and computer science through interactive and engaging lessons.Founded in 2012 and headquartered in San Francisco, US, Brilliant Worldwide, Inc. specializes in interactive online learning solutions. The company was established by Sue Khim, who has a background in education and entrepreneurship. Brilliant has executed a total of 4 deals, with its most recent funding round occurring on May 19, 2014, which involved raising Series B funding from Corazon Capital and RTA Capital.Brilliant Worldwide, Inc. primarily offers an interactive online learning platform designed to enhance problem-solving skills in mathematics, science, and computer science through engaging and hands-on lessons. Their core product is an array of interactive courses covering a wide range of topics including Algebra, Calculus, Statistics, and Data Analysis, which are tailored for learners aged 13 to 113. These courses utilize an interactive approach that emphasizes understanding through practice rather than rote memorization, allowing users to tackle complex concepts with ease. Brilliant serves a diverse clientele that includes students, educators, and lifelong learners across various geographical markets, specifically targeting the North American and European regions where digital education is increasingly being adopted. The platform has garnered over 10 million users, showcasing its broad appeal and the necessity of effective educational tools in today’s learning environment.Brilliant generates revenue primarily through subscription-based models, offering individual users and educational institutions access to its courses. Customers subscribe on a monthly or annual basis, gaining full access to the platform's extensive library of interactive lessons and problem-solving puzzles. The company employs a tiered pricing structure, providing different plans that cater to individual learners and schools, including options for bulk subscriptions for classrooms or groups. Users can select from various flagship offerings that focus on core subjects like Mathematics and Science, with each subscription providing continuous access to new content and features. The direct-to-consumer model allows Brilliant to maintain a strong relationship with its user base, fostering engagement and retention while meeting the educational needs of its clients.Brilliant Worldwide, Inc. is focused on expanding its offerings and market presence. The company is in the process of developing new interactive courses aimed at enhancing user engagement, with expected releases set for the end of 2023. Additionally, Brilliant plans to expand into the Asian market by mid-2024, capitalizing on the growing demand for digital education solutions in this region. The funds raised during the Series B round in May 2014 will be utilized to support these initiatives, specifically to enhance product development and facilitate the market entry strategy.

## Funding rounds

- Series B, May 19, 2014 — Corazon Capital, RTA Capital
- Series A, Jul 19, 2013 — Social Capital
- Series A, Jul 1, 2012 — Social Capital, Corazon Capital, RTA Capital

## Investors

- Social Capital (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/social-capital) — Series A
- Corazon Capital (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/corazon-capital) — Series A, Series B
- RTA Capital (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/rta-capital) — Series A, Series B