# StudyPlaces

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

- Industry: Internet
- Headquarters: Lucerne Valley, US
- Website: www.studyplaces.com
- Total disclosed funding: $3M
- Latest round: Series A (Jan 7, 2008)
- Investors on record: 3

## About

StudyPlaces Inc. is an online platform that provides a wide array of educational resources aimed at enhancing personal and academic development for students and professionals alike.Founded in 2007 in Lucerne Valley, US, StudyPlaces Inc. focuses on facilitating learning opportunities through its digital platform. The company was involved in one notable deal in January 2010 when it was acquired by Educomp Solutions Ltd. The founder, Ashish Gupta, has a background in educational technology and entrepreneurship. StudyPlaces raised a total amount of USD 3.00 mn through its Series A funding round, which involved notable investors such as Info Edge (India) Limited, Kleiner Perkins, and Sherpalo Ventures.StudyPlaces is positioned as a comprehensive resource dedicated to individuals seeking to enhance their knowledge through various learning opportunities. The platform offers an array of services aimed at facilitating personal and academic development, including educational guides, budgeting tools, and lifestyle content that encompasses effective studying strategies. Primarily catering to students, lifelong learners, and professionals, StudyPlaces aims to empower users by providing valuable resources that foster a culture of continuous learning. The platform focuses on markets in North America and Europe, addressing the needs of users who are increasingly reliant on digital tools for education and self-improvement.StudyPlaces generates revenue through a subscription-based model that offers premium access to exclusive educational content and resources. Clients, including individual users and educational institutions, engage with the platform through a straightforward transaction structure, where users subscribe to gain enhanced features and services. The pricing plans are designed to cater to a wide range of users, ensuring accessibility while providing a tiered approach that allows for different levels of engagement. The revenue model also encompasses partnerships with educational entities, further diversifying the company's income streams through collaborative initiatives and targeted offerings tailored to institutional clients.Following the acquisition in January 2010, StudyPlaces Inc. plans to leverage its recent funding to enhance its platform with new products and services aimed at expanding its user base. The company is targeting growth in specific markets across North America and Europe, with an emphasis on improving digital tools for educational support. The funding from the recent Series A round will facilitate the development of innovative resources and support marketing efforts to reach a broader audience.

## Funding rounds

- Series A, Jan 7, 2008, $3M — Kleiner Perkins, Sherpalo Ventures, Info Edge (India) Limited

## Investors

- Kleiner Perkins (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/kleiner-perkins) — Series A
- Sherpalo Ventures (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/sherpalo-ventures) — Series A
- Info Edge (India) Limited — Series A