Firework Ventures is a venture capital firm that focuses on investing in early-stage technology startups. The firm aims to support entrepreneurs in building companies that can shape the future by leveraging technology to create scalable and impactful solutions.

Firework Ventures

Firework Ventures invests in the future of work. Firework defines the future of work as technology that creates opportunity, driving social and economic mobility.

Lead Series A investments: 
- TRANSFR
- TiLT
- Stride Funding

Strategic investments:
- Learn In
- Braintrust
- Hone
- Podium Education
- Praxis Labs
- edvo

Learn In

Over the past few years, the landscape of EdTech investment has experienced a dramatic transformation. Once considered a niche category in the venture capital world, the sector's resilience and importance have become clear in the wake of the pandemic.

Take a quick look at the numbers: 
🤑 2019: EdTech startups drew a total funding of $5.4 billion.
📈 2020: A remarkable leap to $14 billion, showcasing nearly a threefold increase.
💥 2021: Setting a new record with an impressive $17.2 billion in funding. (source: PitchBook Data) 

However, as with many industries, the post-pandemic era presented its challenges. Last year, global EdTech funding tapered off, totaling just short of $9 billion. The trend seemed more pronounced in the first half of 2023, accumulating only $2.6 billion, a noticeable decrease compared to the $6.4 billion during the same period in the previous year.

Yet, even in the face of these fluctuations, the passion and commitment of top VCs has remained. These are the individuals who, despite the odds, continue to see the transformative potential of EdTech, backing startups that are set to redefine our understanding of learning.

All Raisers leading the charge: 
➡️  Allison Baum Gates, SemperVirens Venture Capital 
➡️ Ashley Bittner, Firework Ventures
➡️ Ebony Brown, Rethink Education
➡️ Jennifer Carolan, Reach Capital
➡️ Wayee Chu, Reach Capital
➡️ Shauntel Garvey, Reach Capital 
➡️ Amit Patel, Owl Ventures

For those involved in EdTech or closely watching its progression, these names should be on your radar. Their insights, decisions, and contributions will likely shape the trajectory of EdTech in the coming years! 

Source: Business Insider 
https://lnkd.in/gE4Rw7tR

Just 3 years ago, we led Transfr's Series A. Today, we are beyond thrilled to share that the company has raised $40M in Series C funding. 

Transfr's virtual reality simulation and training platform helps students navigate middle-skill career paths, build the skills they need to succeed and, ultimately, land the job. Middle-skill jobs (those that require some post-secondary training, but not a 4-year degree) make up more than half of all jobs in the U.S. and are crucial drivers of economic mobility. 

https://lnkd.in/eRvD8qSj

Proud to share this exciting news! At Firework, we know that access to workplace leave is critical in ensuring people are set up to thrive in work and in life. Tilt is building the inclusive leave management solution for every-life changing moment and we couldn't be more excited to continue partnering with the Tilt team!

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