Educapital
VC
2017
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Paris, France
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Profile
Educapital is a venture capital firm based in Paris, France, founded in 2017 by Marie-Christine Levet and Litzie Maarek. The firm is known for its focus on the education and future of work sectors, investing in entrepreneurs who are shaping these fields. With a team of seven professionals, Educapital stands out as the largest European fund dedicated to Edtech and the future of work, emphasizing impact and quality education.
Educapital invests primarily in early-stage Edtech companies across Europe, with check sizes ranging from $1M to $6M. The firm manages $200 million in assets and has launched its second fund in 2022. Their investment strategy focuses on K12, higher education, lifelong learning, skills and training, and talent and career development. Educapital's geographical focus includes countries like France, Germany, and the UK.
Notable investments include Knowunity - an AI learning companion, Preply - a language learning platform, and Cyber Guru - cybersecurity awareness training. These investments highlight Educapital's commitment to innovative solutions that enhance educational outcomes and workforce readiness.
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Educapital Funds
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Size | AUM | Launch date |
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Educapital Fund II
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Venture Capital (VC)
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Education
Edtech
Media and Entertainment
Software
Gaming
Healthcare Services
MedTech
HealthTech
HRTech
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Seed
Series A
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Europe
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$5-10 m
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$200 M
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January 2022
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