Owl Ventures

Are you currently an undergraduate student in the US? Some of our portfolio companies are looking for interns! The Owl Ventures Talent Network allows our portfolio companies to find YOU. Click here to join: https://lnkd.in/eH-nSisQ Complete your profile with your skills and interests. Don't forget to select 'Intern' as your level of seniority. ?? What is the Talent Network? The Talent Network is an exclusive community for professionals across all functions and seniority levels who are eager to connect with top EdTech companies: to discover and to be discovered for the next role. ?? Who is in the Owl Portfolio? We have 50+ portfolio companies that are hiring, including Preply, Degreed, Quizlet, Apna, Leap Finance, Masterclass, Newsela and more Join Today -- and a tag a friend who should join too! #CareerOpportunities #hiring #TalentNetwork

???Coming up next week Are you thinking about how districts are prioritizing budgets for sustainable edtech investments? Join Owl Ventures to explore how districts navigate key funding strategies, cost considerations, and long-term planning for sustainable EdTech investments. ? Patrick Gittisriboongul (Lynwood Unified School District) and Christopher Hoang, Ed.D. (Los Angeles County Office of Education)in a candid discussion moderated by Jacob Kantor (JK K12) to provide an on-the-ground perspective on budget cycles, Title I funding, school choice?administration, and how district leaders allocate resources for technology. Whether you're an edtech start up, administrator, or policymaker – join this session to gain key insights into how purchasing decisions are made—and how to align with district priorities to drive impact.? ? Date: 26th?March 2025 Time: 9-10am PT Registration link:?https://lnkd.in/eX_m9YvW Advance registration is required.? Malvika Bhagwat #k12funding #edtechsales

?? Join Our Talent Network: Hiring for 400+ open roles across 50+ EdTech companies ?? Whether you're actively looking for your next opportunity or open to exploring new possibilities, our talent network is your space to be discovered—and to discover exciting roles. ?? What is the Talent Network? The Talent Network is an exclusive community for professionals across all functions and seniority levels who are eager to connect with top EdTech companies: to discover and to be discovered for the next role. ? Why Join the Talent Network? 1?? Find roles aligned with your expertise and interests 2?? Get discovered by leading edtech companies for open roles and those in the pipeline ?? Who is in the Owl Portfolio? We have 50+ portfolio companies that are hiring, including Preply, Degreed, Quizlet, Apna, Leap Finance, Masterclass, Newsela and more ?? Actively Seeking: Mid to Senior Level Global Talent for On-site and Remote Positions ?? How to Join: - Click here: https://lnkd.in/eH-nSisQ - Complete your profile with your skills and interests Join Today -- and a tag a friend who should join too! #CareerOpportunities #hiring #TalentNetwork

To succeed in the market and stand out to major investors, you need solid proof of impact. At Owl Ventures, we have always prioritized educational outcomes, and now, together with International Centre for EdTech Impact; WiKIT we are making it easier for EdTech founders to do the same. Introducing Part 2 of the EdTech Evidence Playbook—your free guide to generating and calculating evidence effectively. Check it out here: https://lnkd.in/e7xmts9W Access the full playbook: https://lnkd.in/dyR7f6Jr David Dockterman Malvika Bhagwat Natalia Kucirkova #Education #Impact #Innovation #EdTech

In case you missed it -- Last week, we launched the the EdTech Evidence Playbook—the world’s first investor-backed resource designed specifically to help founders measure and showcase their educational impact, available in three parts. ?? Part 1: What is evidence and impact and why do they matter for edtech? Get the fundamentals from the largest EdTech VC fund and top academic researchers working with leading EdTech organizations on their evidence. This essential guide will help you prepare for measuring educational outcomes with confidence. Compiled and written by Professor Natalia Kucirkova, Professor and Director at the ICEI, David Dockterman, Lecturer at Harvard Graduate School of Education and Malvika Bhagwat, Partner and Head of Outcomes at Owl Ventures. ?? Download it here: https://lnkd.in/dyR7f6Jr Read, share and act on this step towards stronger, evidence-driven EdTech!? #Education #Impact #Innovation #EdTech

??Are you thinking about how districts are prioritizing budgets for sustainable edtech investments? Join Owl Ventures to explore how districts navigate key funding strategies, cost considerations, and long-term planning for sustainable EdTech investments. ? Patrick Gittisriboongul (Lynwood Unified School District) and Christopher Hoang, Ed.D.. (Los Angeles County Office of Education)in a candid discussion moderated by Jacob Kantor (JK K12) to provide an on-the-ground perspective on budget cycles, Title I funding, school choice?administration, and how district leaders allocate resources for technology. Whether you're an edtech start up, administrator, or policymaker – join this session to gain key insights into how purchasing decisions are made—and how to align with district priorities to drive impact.? ? Date: 26th?March 2025 Time: 9-10am PT Registration link:?https://lnkd.in/eX_m9YvW Advance registration is required.? Malvika Bhagwat #k12funding #edtechsales ?

Exciting news for #EdTech founders! Owl Ventures has partnered with International Centre for EdTech Impact; WiKIT to help edtech companies strengthen their evidence base and maximize their positive impact on learners. We are thrilled to launch the EdTech Evidence Playbook—the world’s first investor-backed resource designed specifically to help founders measure and showcase their educational impact. This milestone initiative equips companies with practical guidance on generating and leveraging evidence to drive outcomes for learners. Compiled and written by Professor Natalia Kucirkova, Professor and Director at the ICEI, David Dockterman, Lecturer at Harvard Graduate School of Education and Malvika Bhagwat, Partner and Head of Outcomes at Owl Ventures, the Playbook is available in three parts: ?? Part 1: What is evidence and impact and why do they matter for edtech? ?? Part 2: How can EdTech organizations create or get evidence? ?? Part 3: How to communicate impact? ?? Download it here: https://lnkd.in/dyR7f6Jr Read, share and act on this step towards stronger, evidence-driven EdTech!? #Education #Impact #Innovation #EdTech

We’re proud to support innovative technologies that use AI to positively impact learning. Our portfolio company Amira Learning was recognized by USA TODAY as an AI solution helping students grow and improve their English literacy skills. Check out the article on How AI is affecting the way kids learn to read and write. here: https://lnkd.in/etcBuQHG Mark Angel

If you'll be at SXSW, be sure to join Malvika Bhagwat, Partner and Head of Outcomes at Owl Ventures, Erin Mote (InnovateEDU), Katie Boody Adorno (Leanlab Education), and Cassie Crockett (LearnerStudio) for "How to Fund Your EdTech Evidence Effort" on March 5 at 11:30am CT. They'll discuss the challenges and opportunities in generating rigorous evidence of edtech effectiveness, as well as strategies for securing funding and resources to support this vital work. https://lnkd.in/gZZzw6cu

Dosage, the amount of time students engage meaningfully with tools, is a key component in understanding the efficacy of EdTech tools, to ensure desired student outcomes. Tools that are implemented with fidelity demonstrate stronger efficacy, leading to better student outcomes and the potential for higher district renewal rates. For EdTech partners, dosage is not just a metric, it’s a value proposition.? At Owl Ventures and The Center for Outcomes Based Contracting at SEF, we are committed to helping EdTech solutions maximize their potential, improve efficacy and strengthen trust and alignment with districts through intentional implementation. Read the new blog by Malvika Bhagwat, Partner and Head of Outcomes at Owl Ventures and Dr. Brittany Miller, PhD, Managing Director at Center for Outcomes Based Contracting to learn more: https://lnkd.in/esDSt8ky #EdTech #StudentSuccess