What is ExecOnline?
Founded in 2012 and headquartered in New York City, ExecOnline operates at the intersection of professional education and enterprise software. By partnering with the world's most prestigious business schools, the company provides high-impact, accessible leadership development programs designed to meet the complex needs of modern corporations. ExecOnline effectively bridges the gap between traditional academic rigor and the agility required by today's digital-first business environment, positioning itself as a critical partner for organizations seeking to cultivate internal talent and drive leadership excellence at scale.
How much funding has ExecOnline raised?
ExecOnline has raised a total of $88.4M across 8 funding rounds:
Private Equity
$720K
Private Equity
$1.2M
Private Equity
$710K
Series A
$5M
Debt
$1.8M
Series B
$16M
Series C
$18M
Series D
$45M
Private Equity (2012): $720K, investors not publicly disclosed
Private Equity (2013): $1.2M, investors not publicly disclosed
Private Equity (2014): $710K, investors not publicly disclosed
Series A (2014): $5M featuring New Atlantic Ventures, Militello Capital, Osage Venture Partners, and Kaplan Ventures
Debt (2016): $1.8M, investors not publicly disclosed
Series B (2017): $16M with participation from Kaplan, New Atlantic Ventures, NewSpring Growth Capital, Osage Venture Partners, and Thomas Lehrman
Series C (2018): $18M led by Osage Partners, NewSpring Capital, ABS Capital Partners, Kaplan, and New Atlantic Ventures
Series D (2021): $45M supported by NewSpring Capital, Osage Venture Partners, OMERS Ventures, and ABS Capital Partners
Key Investors in ExecOnline
New Atlantic Ventures
A venture capital firm specializing in seed and early-stage technology investments, focusing on companies that reshape how people interact with digital services.
Osage Venture Partners
A Philadelphia-based venture capital firm that specializes in investing in early-stage B2B software companies, particularly those involved in the future of work and education.
Kaplan Ventures
A global education and training leader providing comprehensive learning solutions, test preparation, and professional certification programs across multiple international markets.
What's next for ExecOnline?
Following its latest major strategic investment, ExecOnline is well-positioned to accelerate its product roadmap and expand its global footprint. The company's focus remains on enhancing its digital delivery infrastructure and deepening its partnerships with top-tier academic institutions. As the demand for remote and hybrid leadership training continues to rise, ExecOnline is expected to leverage its robust capital base to innovate its curriculum and broaden its reach within the enterprise software market, ensuring it remains a leader in the evolving landscape of professional development and corporate training.
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