What is AceUp?
AceUp is a technology-enabled platform dedicated to maximizing employee engagement, increasing retention, and fostering performance through a culture of continuous learning. The company delivers personalized executive coaching, connecting employees with their full potential via an impactful, scalable, and measurable framework. Informed by insights from leaders at Harvard, MIT, and Yale, AceUp provides a unique executive coaching service supported by a community of vetted coaches certified by leading institutions such as ICF, iPEC, CTI, Hudson Institute, and Harvard University.
How much funding has AceUp raised?
AceUp has raised a total of $22.9M across 3 funding rounds:
Debt
$150K
Debt
$270K
Series A
$22.5M
Debt (2020): $150K with participation from PPP
Debt (2021): $270K led by PPP
Series A (2024): $22.5M supported by Gaingels, Techstars, and Point Judith Capital
Key Investors in AceUp
Gaingels
Gaingels is a leading investment syndicate supporting the LGBTQ community and allies in venture capital, investing in companies with LGBT founders and C-suite leaders, as well as those focused on building inclusive teams. They invest across various sectors from Seed to Growth/pre-IPO stages.
Techstars
Techstars is a global ecosystem that empowers entrepreneurs to build great businesses. They operate accelerator programs and venture capital funds, connecting startups, investors, and corporations to foster thriving startup communities worldwide.
Point Judith Capital
PJC is an early-stage venture capital firm founded in 2001, focused on investing in, supporting, and building relationships with entrepreneurs. They are based in Boston, Massachusetts.
What's next for AceUp?
With the recent Series A financing, AceUp is poised for significant expansion. The substantial capital infusion, coupled with the strategic backing from prominent investors, will likely fuel advancements in its tech-enabled coaching framework and broaden its reach to more organizations seeking to cultivate a high-performance culture. This investment is expected to accelerate product development, enhance coach network capabilities, and drive market penetration, solidifying AceUp's role as a leader in personalized executive development and employee retention solutions.
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