What is Guild?
Founded in 2015, Guild operates on the principle that equitable distribution of opportunity alongside talent fosters individual advancement, business expansion, and economic prosperity. In an era of accelerating technological disruption and evolving work landscapes, Guild's mission to create opportunity is more critical than ever. The company is positioned to address the increasing need for accessible pathways to success in the modern economy.
How much funding has Guild raised?
Guild has raised a total of $553.5M across 7 funding rounds:
Other Financing Round
$2M
Series A
$8.5M
Series B
$21M
Series C
$40M
Series D
$157M
Series E
$150M
Series F
$175M
Other Financing Round (2015): $2M with participation from Brigette Lau, Cowboy Ventures, Fern Mandelbaum, and 1776 Ventures
Series A (2016): $8.5M led by Redpoint Ventures, Harrison Metal, Social Capital, and Cowboy Ventures
Series B (2017): $21M supported by Cowboy Ventures, Bessemer Ventures, Redpoint Ventures, and Harrison Metal
Series C (2018): $40M featuring Salesforce Ventures, Workday Ventures, Rethink Impact & Education, Felicis Ventures, Silicon Valley Bank, Redpoint Ventures, Bessemer Venture Partners, Harrison Metal, and Cowboy Ventures
Series D (2019): $157M backed by Emerson Collective, Iconiq Capital, Lead Edge Capital Management, Workday Ventures, Felicis Ventures, Bessemer Ventures, Salesforce Ventures, General Catalyst, Redpoint Ventures, Harrison Metal, Silicon Valley Bank, and Next Play Capital
Series E (2021): $150M with participation from Cowboy Ventures and Bessemer Venture Partners
Series F (2022): $175M led by ICONIQ Capital, Oprah Winfrey, PNC Financial Services Group Inc, Citi Impact Fund, General Catalyst, and Wellington Management
Key Investors in Guild
ICONIQ Capital
ICONIQ Capital is a privately-held investment firm focused on technology growth equity and venture capital, providing financial advisory and family office services.
General Catalyst
General Catalyst is a venture capital firm that supports transformational business opportunities and entrepreneurs across various sectors, focusing on building enduring enterprises.
Bessemer Venture Partners
Bessemer Venture Partners is a long-standing venture capital firm with a global presence, investing in early-stage and growth-stage technology companies.
What's next for Guild?
The recent major strategic investment in Guild signals a pivotal phase for the company, likely enabling accelerated expansion of its platform and services. This capital infusion is expected to fuel further innovation, broaden market reach, and solidify its position as a leader in democratizing opportunity. Guild is poised to leverage this financial backing to enhance its impact on individuals and the broader economy.
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