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Labster's UbiSim has been named in TIME's Best Invention of 2024! “The need for expert, compassionate care is more critical than ever. UbiSim’s VR platform empowers nurse educators to build confidence, empathy, and hands-on skills safely, ensuring nurses are prepared to deliver quality care from day one.” - Shawn Boom, CEO of Labster, the parent company of UbiSim, the world’s first immersive virtual reality (VR) education platform built specifically for nurses. Congratulations to the Labster and UbiSim teams, we are incredibly proud of you, and grateful to have the front seat to your success. #TIMEBestInventions

Exciting to see Malvika Bhagwat, Partner and Head of Outcomes at Owl Ventures, return to her alma mater Harvard Graduate School of Education as a guest speaker in David Dockterman’s class! At Owl Ventures, we are deeply committed to the impact and efficacy of our portfolio companies, and Malvika’s role underscores that focus. During her session, she shared insights with students on how we drive impact change and our annual Education Outcomes Report.

What a fantastic morning of learning and networking with EdTech entrepreneurs yesterday in San Francisco! #SFTechWeek. A special thank you to all those who came, and our co-hosts, AI Fund. Ian Chiu, Managing Director and Partner at Owl Ventures, moderated a thought-provoking discussion on the future of EdTech and innovation in AI between Gene Wade (AI Fund Venture Advisor & serial entrepreneur) and Rajen Sheth (CEO and Founder at Kyron Learning, an Owl portfolio company). We're excited about the energy and ideas coming out of this event and look forward to more opportunities to connect and collaborate with leaders in the space! #EdTech #AI #SFTechWeek

🎙️ Tune in to the VatorNews Innovation Podcast to hear Ian Chiu, MD & Partner at Owl Ventures, discuss all things #EdTech with Bambi Francisco and Steven Loeb! In this episode, they cover: • The evolution of EdTech • The critical role of training, engagement, and adoption for product efficacy • The importance of building teams with complementary skills and experiences • Exciting emerging trends in the EdTech market 🚀 Don't miss this insightful conversation! Listen here: https://lnkd.in/gQsVBFMQ Owl Ventures portfolio companies discussed in this conversation: Amira Learning, BetterLesson, Degreed, DreamBox Learning, Hazel Health, LingoAce, MasterClass, Newsela, Swing Education, and Workera. #Innovation #Education #Technology #Startups #OwlVentures

We’re excited to share that Interplay Learning, an Owl portfolio company, has secured funding from Goldman Sachs Alternatives and has acquired Industrial Training International. This strategic move strengthens Interplay's leadership in immersive workforce training and expands its reach into the industrial sector. Congratulations to Doug Donovan and the Interplay team on this milestone. We look forward to continuing our support as you address the skilled labor shortage and drive innovation in workforce development. Read More: https://lnkd.in/eR9N4--R Charlie Plauche (S3 Ventures) Richard Waitumbi and Greg Shell (Goldman Sachs) Sam Decker Kim Caldbeck Arrun Kapoor (SJF Ventures) Craig Harris and Rosa L. McCormick (Wild Basin Investments) Joseph Watt (ECMC Group) Tyler Swanson Ian Chiu Joseph Vukel #investmentupdate #workforcedevelopment

A warm welcome to Brisk Teaching to the Owl Portfolio. Brisk Teaching is an AI-powered Chrome extension that helps teachers automate their workload and giving them time for themselves and their students without compromising quality. Brisk is now used by 1 in 10 teachers in the US to save time across tasks like grading, lesson planning, and more. Congratulations to Arman Jaffer and the Brisk Teaching team. It's an honor to be a part of this journey with you. Read More: https://lnkd.in/eD72ng2X #fundingannouncement #edtech #venturecapital Tory Patterson Amit Patel Ian Chiu Tom Costin Kate Chhabra Jessie Woolley-Wilson Jenny Wang Malvika Bhagwat Emily Bennett

🚀 Unlock the Future of Education at the Owl Ventures and AI Fund Exclusive EdTech #SFTechWeek Breakfast! 🚀 Are you passionate about #EdTech and #AI? Ready to explore how these innovations are transforming education, from classrooms to careers? Join us for an exclusive breakfast on October 8th in Jackson Square, San Francisco with the brightest minds in tech and education as we uncover how AI is reshaping learning and driving global change. 🌍✨ Whether you're developing cutting-edge solutions or simply eager to learn, this is your chance to network, collaborate, and get inspired by the latest trends. 📢 Limited spots available—register now to secure your seat and be part of the conversation! Link: https://lnkd.in/g_2U_gKw? #EdTech #AI #Innovation #Networking #FutureOfLearning #SFTW2024 Amit Patel Ian Chiu Tom Costin Tory Patterson Emily Bennett Hailey Carter Seder Malvika Bhagwat Jenny Wang

Excited to share that smalt, the talent-supply and labor productivity engine for the energy transition, has successfully raised €8M in a pre-emptive seed funding round! Congratulations to Marius Westhoff, Khurram Masood and the Smalt team! We are incredibly proud of the impact you’re making and can’t wait to see how you continue transforming talent supply and productivity in this industry. We're also excited to keep collaborating with noa (formerly A/O), General Catalyst, and HEARTFELT_ as we continue this journey together. Read more here: https://lnkd.in/eHgYS9Sx Ian Chiu Jenny Wang #greenenergytransition #talentdevelopment

The HP Futures Report 2024 is now available for all to read! It offers recommendations to modernize #globaleducation systems, close #learninggaps, and prepare students for an #AIdrivenfutureeconomy. Malvika Bhagwat, Partner and Head of Outcomes at Owl Ventures, contributed to this report as a part of the HP Council, alongside industry leaders like Soulaymane Kachani, Giulia Buttini, Chaula Gupta, Ana Ligia Scachetti, Lia Glaz, Osama Obeidat, Basuti Gerty Bolo, Eliud Chemweno, Rishabh Khanna, Mark Sparvell, Alex Gray, Louisa Rosenheck, Dr. Jody Britten, Kenneth Bagarukayo, Francis Jim T., Pierre Dillenbourg, Guilherme Cintra ad Yukabeth Kidenda. Thank you HP and T4 Education (Vikas Pota) for this opportunity. Link to the report in the comments! #education #futureofeducation

We are honored to have Tom Costin, Managing Director and Partner at Owl Ventures, and Rajen Sheth, Founder and CEO at Kyron Learning (an Owl portfolio company), recognized as two of the 10 EdTech Influencers to Watch in 2025 by NU Advisory Partners. A big thank you to NU Advisory Partners for this recognition! We extend our congratulations to everyone on this list —  we are proud to collaborate with you all and are excited to continue pushing the boundaries of EdTech to create meaningful impact for learners around the world. Read More here: https://lnkd.in/eAK2dqfe #EdTech #Innovation