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We are proud of the moves our companies are making, and share select news stories about our current portfolio companies.  We also write about our thinking in the space, or often find ourselves in the news, or on podcasts.

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Apr 6, 2023

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Datapeople

Research Shows That Job Seekers Prefer a Pay Range Over “Competitive Salary”

For a long time now, hiring teams have tried to boost their job ads by stating they offer a competitive salary. But according to the...

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Mar 29, 2023

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Mantra Health

Mantra Health Announces New Solutions for Campus Mental Health Crisis, Supported by Series A Extension Funding

Innovative products include DBT self-guided content and emotional wellness coaching resources NEW YORK–( BUSINESS WIRE )– Mantra Health...

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Mar 28, 2023

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Climb Credit

Climb Credit Named one of the Americas’ Fastest Growing Companies of 2023 by The Financial Times

Climb—a leader in accessible career advancement—is again named one of the top 500 fastest growing companies. NEW YORK, March 28, 2023...

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Mar 17, 2023

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APDS

DC Corrections Pilots Cloud Certification Course

The Washington, D.C., Department of Corrections has implemented a pilot program to help individuals who are incarcerated gain access to...

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Mar 13, 2023

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Climb Credit

Climb Credit Launches Beta: ClimbTalent–New Skilled Talent Sourcing Platform to Help Employers Easily Hire Career-Switchers and Upskillers

The company, a pioneer of creating access to career-focused education through financing, is expanding to offer hiring solutions and...

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Feb 28, 2023

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Mantra Health

TOOLS FOR ADDRESSING MENTAL HEALTH CRISES

Trigger Warning: This article discusses topics related to mental health, sexual assault and religious trauma. College can be a...

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Feb 27, 2023

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BetterLesson

BetterLesson Partners with Kikori to Provide SEL Professional Learning Opportunities for Educators

Fri, February 24, 2023 at 8:20 PM GMT·3 min read Kikori, a social-emotional learning platform, and BetterLesson team up to implement new...

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Feb 27, 2023

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Nexford

Nexford University, announces completion of US national accrediation

Accreditation cements Nexford’s status as the 21st century challenger option – an alternative to traditional universities Proves...

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Feb 24, 2023

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Pairin

New Markets Venture Partners Join $2.1 Million Series B for Pairin

New Markets Venture Partners, a Fulton, Md. firm that specializes in social impact investments in education and workforce management,...

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Feb 3, 2023

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Pairin

PAIRIN Closes $2.1 Million Series B Funding and a $2M Line of Credit to Support Continued Expansion

Capital comes amid PAIRIN’s growing footprint of client success across the nation, supports PAIRIN’s growth plans by adding software...

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Jan 23, 2023

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Noodle Partners

Noodle Acquires South African Learning Design Firm Hubble Studios

The acquisition marks Noodle’s entry into the international market and underscores its commitment to building the highest-quality online...

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Jan 12, 2023

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Pairin

PAIRIN has been recognized by Built In as one of its 2023 Best Places To Work, the third nod since 2019 and a mark of PAIRIN’s continued commitment to its team and culture amid rapid growth.

Previously, PAIRIN was recognized by Built In as a Best Places to Work in 2022 and in 2019. Built In recognizes top employers of all...

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