Service Scout

InternetSeries CSan Diego, UStakelessons.com

Latest round

Series C

Last raised

Mar 2014

Total raised

$17M

Investors

8

About Service Scout

Service Scout, Inc.Founded in 2006 and headquartered in San Diego, US, Service Scout, Inc. has focused on facilitating online and in-person lessons through its platform, TakeLessons. The company has undergone a significant transition with its acquisition by Microsoft Corporation in September 2021. The founder, Steven Cox, has a history of entrepreneurial ventures, although details of other companies are not specified.TakeLessons is a technology-enabled platform connecting students with qualified instructors for music, arts, and academic subjects. Users can find and book tailored lessons, which may be conducted in-person or virtually, ensuring accessibility across the United States, Canada, and select international markets.TakeLessons generates revenue through a structured transaction model involving direct-to-consumer and B2B elements. Customers book lessons through the platform, where instructors receive a portion of the fee, while the company retains a service charge. Subscription plans may be available for ongoing lessons or bundled packages, catering to various budgets.Following the acquisition by Microsoft in September 2021, Service Scout, Inc. is expected to leverage new resources and technologies to enhance its offerings. The company plans to explore new product developments and expand into international markets, although specific regions and product details have not been disclosed.

Who invested in Service Scout

8 investors across 3 rounds

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Funding rounds

  1. Series C

    Mar 25, 2014

    Amount

    $7M

    Investors

    Locked

  2. Series B

    Jan 1, 2013

    Amount

    $4M

    Investors

    Locked

  3. Series A

    Aug 3, 2011

    Amount

    $6M

    Investors

    Locked

Questions about Service Scout

Who invested in Service Scout?

Service Scout has 8 investors on record across 3 venture rounds. Sign up free to see every VC on the cap table and the rounds they joined.

How much funding has Service Scout raised?

Service Scout has raised 3 venture rounds. Sign up free to see how much each round raised and the total.

When did Service Scout last raise money?

Service Scout's most recent round on record is a Series C, in Mar 2014.

What does Service Scout do?

Service Scout is a internet company.

Where is Service Scout headquartered?

Service Scout is headquartered in San Diego, US.

Which VCs invest in companies like Service Scout?

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