Thinkful
Latest round
- Series A
Last raised
- Jan 2018
Total raised
- $11M
Investors
- 5
About Thinkful
Thinkful, Inc.Founded in 2012 in New York, US, Thinkful, Inc. focuses on providing online education solutions. The company was acquired by Chegg, Inc.00 mn, which was finalized on September 4, 2019.Thinkful offers a comprehensive suite of online educational programs aimed at equipping individuals with essential skills for the modern workforce. The core product offerings include full-time and part-time bootcamp courses in a variety of fields such as software engineering, data science, cybersecurity, and digital marketing. These programs are designed to address the skills gap in the labor market by providing hands-on, project-based learning experiences tailored to the needs of students and prospective employers. Thinkful’s target audience includes individuals seeking to transition into tech careers, career changers, and recent graduates.Thinkful generates revenue primarily through its educational programs, which are structured around a flexible subscription model and upfront payment options for its bootcamp courses. The company typically engages in direct-to-consumer transactions, allowing students to enroll in specific programs that align with their career goals. Pricing plans for these offerings vary based on the course format and duration, with specific fees applied to both full-time and part-time bootcamps. These programs often include access to mentorship, career services, and job placement support, thereby enhancing the value proposition for students.With the recent acquisition by Chegg, Inc. set to close in the fourth quarter of 2019, Thinkful plans to leverage this partnership to enhance its educational offerings and expand its market reach. Upcoming product launches will focus on new bootcamp courses that address emerging industry needs, targeting release dates in early 2020. The company is also exploring expansion into additional markets in Europe and Asia by 2021, aiming to increase access to its high-demand programming.00 mn from the Trade Sale will be utilized to support these initiatives, further enhancing Thinkful's ability to deliver relevant and timely educational experiences.
Who invested in Thinkful
5 investors across 2 rounds
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Who invested in Thinkful?
Thinkful has 5 investors on record across 2 venture rounds. Sign up free to see every VC on the cap table and the rounds they joined.
How much funding has Thinkful raised?
Thinkful has raised 2 venture rounds. Sign up free to see how much each round raised and the total.
When did Thinkful last raise money?
Thinkful's most recent round on record is a Series A, in Jan 2018.
What does Thinkful do?
Thinkful is a education/training company.
Where is Thinkful headquartered?
Thinkful is headquartered in New York, US.
Which VCs invest in companies like Thinkful?
Among active investors with capital left to deploy, Andreessen Horowitz, Founders Fund, Accel and Thrive Capital back education/training companies at Thinkful's stage. Their profiles are linked below.
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