What is ExecOnline?
Founded in 2012 and headquartered in New York City, ExecOnline is dedicated to making leadership development more accessible and impactful for organizations. The company partners with premier business schools to deliver high-quality leadership education online. ExecOnline's core mission is to democratize access to advanced leadership training, enabling a broader range of leaders to enhance their skills and drive organizational success. The company operates within the burgeoning EdTech and professional development market, leveraging online platforms to deliver scalable and effective learning experiences.
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 Osage Venture Partners, New Atlantic Ventures, Kaplan Ventures, and Militello Capital
Debt (2016): $1.8M, investors not publicly disclosed
Series B (2017): $16M with participation from Thomas Lehrman, Kaplan, Osage Venture Partners, New Atlantic Ventures, and NewSpring Growth Capital
Series C (2018): $18M led by NewSpring Capital, ABS Capital Partners, New Atlantic Ventures, Osage Partners, and Kaplan
Series D (2021): $45M supported by NewSpring Capital, OMERS Ventures, Osage Venture Partners, and ABS Capital Partners
Key Investors in ExecOnline
NewSpring Capital
NewSpring Capital is a private equity firm that partners with companies in dynamic industries to foster growth. They focus on identifying opportunities and building relationships to help management teams develop their businesses into market leaders.
Osage Venture Partners
Osage Venture Partners is a venture capital firm specializing in early-stage B2B software companies, with a focus on the future of work and education. They support entrepreneurs with deep domain expertise and high growth potential.
New Atlantic Ventures
New Atlantic Ventures is a venture capital firm focused on seed and early-stage technology investments, particularly at the intersection of emerging consumer trends and technological disruption. They support companies reshaping digital services and interactions.
What's next for ExecOnline?
With its latest major strategic investment, ExecOnline is poised for accelerated growth and innovation. The substantial capital infusion is expected to fuel further development of its online leadership programs, expansion into new markets, and enhancement of its technological infrastructure. This strategic financing will likely enable ExecOnline to deepen its partnerships with top-tier business schools and broaden its reach to a global audience of aspiring and established leaders. The company's continued focus on premium online leadership development positions it to capitalize on the increasing demand for flexible and effective professional education.
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