# Story2

Startup profile on Capital Atlas: https://capitalatlas.ai/startups/story2

- Industry: Education/Training
- Headquarters: New York, US
- Website: www.story2.com
- Total disclosed funding: $0.6M
- Latest round: Seed (Jul 1, 2015)
- Investors on record: 5

## About

Story2 provides innovative digital storytelling tools that empower individuals to articulate personal narratives effectively, enhancing their chances in college admissions and professional settings.Founded in 2011 by Carol Barash, Story2 is a New York-based company that specializes in digital storytelling solutions. The company focuses on helping users create strong narratives for various applications. In July 2015, Story2 secured USD 0.50 million in SEED funding from investors including Carol Barash, TWJ Capital, Edovate Capital, and Collaborative Seed & Growth Partners. The company has completed two funding deals to date, with the most recent occurring in mid-2015.Story2 offers a suite of digital storytelling tools designed to assist users in crafting compelling narratives for college admissions and professional applications. The platform enables individuals to create, edit, and refine personal stories, focusing on the unique experiences that resonate with audiences. Targeting students and job seekers, Story2's products are recognized in markets across North America and Europe, particularly in educational institutions and career services.Story2 operates on a subscription-based revenue model, providing users access to its storytelling tools through monthly or annual subscriptions. The company also collaborates with educational institutions for bulk subscription agreements, enabling groups to utilize its services. This approach caters to both individual consumers and institutional clients, ensuring a broad revenue base for the company.Looking ahead, Story2 plans to expand its product offerings and enhance its storytelling tools. The recent SEED funding of USD 0.50 million raised in July 2015 will support these initiatives, alongside the company's strategy to penetrate additional geographic markets in North America and Europe. By focusing on the growing need for effective narrative skills, Story2 aims to broaden its reach and impact in the educational and professional sectors.

## Funding rounds

- Seed, Jul 1, 2015, $0.5M — TWJ Capital LLC, Collaborative Seed and Growth Partners, Edovate Capital
- Seed, Jul 24, 2014, $0.1M — Techstars, Kaplan EdTech

## Investors

- Techstars (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/techstars) — Seed
- Kaplan EdTech — Seed
- TWJ Capital LLC — Seed
- Collaborative Seed and Growth Partners — Seed
- Edovate Capital (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/edovate-capital) — Seed