# CWK Networks

Startup profile on Capital Atlas: https://capitalatlas.ai/startups/cwk-networks

- Industry: Media
- Headquarters: Atlanta, US
- Website: www.cwknetwork.com
- Total disclosed funding: $4.5M
- Latest round: Series B (Sep 20, 2004)
- Investors on record: 4

## About

CWK Networks is an organization focused on creating and distributing engaging media content aimed at social and emotional development, mental health, and education through innovative unscripted programs.CWK Networks, founded in 1997 in Atlanta, US, specializes in media content that enhances social and emotional learning. The company was co-founded by Rachel Colburn and Stacey DeWitt, with Stacey DeWitt currently serving as the CEO. CWK Networks has raised a total of USD 4.5 mn, including a Series B funding round in September 2004 co-led by Chrysalis Ventures and Goldman Sachs, with both existing investors also participating.CWK Network specializes in the creation and distribution of engaging media content that addresses social and emotional development, mental health, and educational issues through their unscripted programs. Their core offerings include the Emmy-winning "Connect with Kids" docuseries, which addresses pressing cultural issues and is disseminated to an audience of approximately 55 million households annually. Additionally, CWK provides educational resources online, designed for parents and educators, enabling them to download discussion materials for students. The company's initiatives are aimed primarily at schools, community organizations, and families, facilitating lifelong learning and engagement across various market segments. CWK Network’s content and resources are accessible throughout the United States, with an emphasis on promoting inclusivity and addressing the needs of underserved communities.CWK Network generates revenue through partnerships with educational institutions, media distributors, and community organizations, as well as through the distribution of their educational content. The firm operates on a model that includes both B2B and direct-to-consumer transactions, offering educational programs and resources for a fee. Their flagship docuseries and associated educational materials may be bundled into subscription models for schools and organizations seeking comprehensive social-emotional learning resources. The company's revenue structure is supported by national grants and funding aimed at developing social impact films and educational content, reinforcing their commitment to creating positive change within educational communities.CWK Networks plans to leverage its recent funding of USD 4.5 mn from the Series B round to expand its product offerings and market reach. The company aims to develop new educational programs and enhance existing content, targeting availability in more schools and community organizations across the United States by 2025. This strategic funding will also support the enhancement of their online educational resources, ensuring they meet the evolving needs of parents and educators.

## Funding rounds

- Series B, Sep 20, 2004, $4.5M — Diamond State Ventures, Chrysalis Ventures, Cox Communications, Inc., Goldman Sachs Asset Management

## Investors

- Diamond State Ventures (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/diamond-state-ventures) — Series B
- Chrysalis Ventures (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/chrysalis-ventures) — Series B
- Cox Communications, Inc. — Series B
- Goldman Sachs Asset Management (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/goldman-sachs-asset-management) — Series B