# Hakka Labs

Startup profile on Capital Atlas: https://capitalatlas.ai/startups/hakka-labs

- Industry: Internet
- Headquarters: New York, US
- Website: www.hakkalabs.co
- Total disclosed funding: $0.5M
- Latest round: Angel (Feb 19, 2015)
- Investors on record: 3

## About

Hakka Labs, Inc. provides advanced educational programs focusing on data science, machine learning, and data engineering to equip students with essential skills for the data-driven economy.Founded in 2011, Hakka Labs, Inc. is headquartered in New York, US. The company specializes in education and training in data-related fields. In February 2015, it raised USD 0.5 mn in an Angel round from investors including Angel Island, Azure Capital Partners, and Social Starts. The founder, Pete Soderling, has a history of innovation in technology-driven education.Hakka IT School specializes in advanced education and training programs focused on data science, machine learning, data engineering, and related disciplines. Their core offerings include comprehensive courses on optimization methods in machine learning, data science for calculating lifetime value (LTV), and the role of DataOps Engineers. These programs are designed to equip students with the necessary skills to process and analyze large datasets, build machine learning models, and engage in data-driven decision-making processes. The company targets a diverse client base, including aspiring data professionals, managers seeking to enhance their analytical capabilities, and organizations aiming to develop in-house technical expertise. Hakka IT School’s educational products are marketed to various geographical markets, including Europe, North America, and Asia, addressing the growing global demand for data literacy across sectors.Hakka IT School generates revenue primarily through its educational programs, with a structured transaction model that includes course fees from individual students as well as potential partnerships with businesses seeking tailored training solutions. Clients typically enroll in courses that may require upfront payments, followed by access to course content and resources. The courses offered range from foundational data engineering principles to advanced machine learning techniques, catering to both B2B partnerships and direct-to-consumer transactions. The company’s flagship offerings include specialized training in high-demand areas such as DataOps and Spark development, designed to meet the evolving needs of the data-driven workforce. Revenue is derived from these educational services, which align with industry demands for skilled data professionals.Hakka Labs, Inc. plans to utilize the USD 0.5 mn raised in February 2015 to enhance its educational offerings and expand into new markets. The company is focused on developing new courses that will address emerging trends in data science and machine learning. Targeted geographic expansions include Europe and Asia by the end of 2024, aimed at tapping into the increasing demand for data professionals in these regions.

## Funding rounds

- Angel, Feb 19, 2015, $0.5M — Azure Capital Partners, Social Starts, Angel Island

## Investors

- Azure Capital Partners (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/azure-capital-partners) — Angel
- Social Starts (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/social-starts) — Angel
- Angel Island — Angel