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KYRON LEARNING OPENS ITS AI-BASED LEARNING PLATFORM TO ALL LEARNING SOLUTION PROVIDERS, FUELED BY A $14.6 MILLION SERIES A RAISE

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Tuesday, December 5, 2023
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LOS ALTOS, Calif., Dec. 5, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Kyron Learning, a startup focused on providing learners equitable access to great instructors, today announced that it will use its recent Series A funding to make its AI-based learning platform available to all learning solution providers. The platform uses interactive video in its lessons, powered by AI, to turn what has traditionally been a one-way monologue into a vibrant two-way conversation– just like a live tutoring session. In addition, Kyron Learning announces that it has received a $850,000 grant from the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, to further build out its K-12 math curriculum and to study the efficacy of interactive video as a mechanism in learning environments– all in support of both organizations' goals of bringing quality educational opportunities to underserved learner populations.

Key Points: 
  • "With this announcement, we're opening the Kyron Learning platform up to other learning solution providers so that they can leverage the same cutting-edge AI technology that we've developed for ourselves.
  • We're bullish on what they and their customers are doing with the Kyron Learning platform, and can't wait to see these learning solutions in the market."
  • The Kyron Learning platform is available immediately to learning solution providers and educational institutions.
  • To explore leveraging the Kyron Learning platform for your own use case, go to http://www.kyronlearning.com .

Mukuru Talent Wins Second Annual Growth Fund Grant from Leila Janah Foundation

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Tuesday, September 12, 2023
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The Leila Janah Foundation (LJF), a non-profit organization supporting entrepreneurs in East Africa, today announced the winner of its second annual Growth Fund grant: Mukuru Talent Share, an organization training marginalized individuals in Nairobi’s Mukuru slum to craft high-quality leather association footballs from locally-sourced materials.

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  • The Leila Janah Foundation (LJF), a non-profit organization supporting entrepreneurs in East Africa, today announced the winner of its second annual Growth Fund grant: Mukuru Talent Share, an organization training marginalized individuals in Nairobi’s Mukuru slum to craft high-quality leather association footballs from locally-sourced materials.
  • Mukuru Talent will receive $10,000 in additional grant funding as well as startup accelerator training and mentorship from the LJF.
  • The Growth Fund grant provides Mukuru Talent with a firm foundation to continue growing, thriving and causing a ripple effect in their home community,” said Liliosa Mbirimi, Program Director at the Leila Janah Foundation.
  • The Growth Fund helps ensure that critical companies like Mukuru Talent can continue their success.

TPG Appoints Anilu Vazquez-Ubarri as Chief Operating Officer

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Tuesday, September 5, 2023
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TPG (NASDAQ: TPG), a global alternative asset management firm, announced that effective today, Partner and Board Member Anilu Vazquez-Ubarri has been named Chief Operating Officer of the firm.

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  • TPG (NASDAQ: TPG), a global alternative asset management firm, announced that effective today, Partner and Board Member Anilu Vazquez-Ubarri has been named Chief Operating Officer of the firm.
  • Anilu has been at the forefront of several milestones at the firm, including our IPO in 2022 and our recent acquisition of Angelo Gordon.
  • “Since joining the firm in 2015, Ken has been instrumental in developing our infrastructure and expanding our operating capabilities.
  • We thank him for his leadership, partnership, and significant contributions over many years.”
    Vazquez-Ubarri joined TPG in 2018 and most recently served as Partner and Chief Human Resources Officer of the firm.

Urban Egg Receives Significant Investment from L Catterton to Accelerate Growth and Expansion

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Thursday, April 27, 2023
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COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. and GREENWICH, Conn., April 27, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Urban Egg, an award-winning, Colorado-based restaurant concept, today announced that it has received a significant investment from the Growth Fund of L Catterton, a leading global consumer-focused investment firm.

Key Points: 
  • COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. and GREENWICH, Conn., April 27, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Urban Egg, an award-winning, Colorado-based restaurant concept, today announced that it has received a significant investment from the Growth Fund of L Catterton, a leading global consumer-focused investment firm.
  • This investment will enable Urban Egg to continue its growth and expansion in existing and new markets.
  • Founded in 2012 by Randy and Liz Price, Urban Egg is known for its award-winning, scratch-made breakfast, brunch, and lunch.
  • We look forward to working with the entire Urban Egg team to further enhance the customer experience and accelerate growth."

OnYourMark Awarded $250,000 to Develop and Scale High-Impact Tutoring Models to Boost Academic Achievement for All Students

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Tuesday, November 8, 2022
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Following a competitive process, OnYourMark was selected to join the National Community of Practice, Build Evidence Base for Cost-Effective, Sustainable Learning Solutions

Key Points: 
  • OnYourMark is serving 1,200 students across multiple schools at Uplift Education in the Dallas/Fort Worth region.
  • The award, presented by the nonprofit organization Accelerate , is part of a broader national effort to develop and scale sustainable, cost-effective models for high-impact tutoring that boost academic achievement for all students.
  • "We know that good tutoring programs work - partly because well-off families have used them to boost student success for generations.
  • OnYourMark is currently serving 1,500 K-2 students in Texas and New York with a network of 175 virtual tutors.

WPBeginner Growth Fund Invests in WooFunnels, the Leading Sales Funnel & Marketing Automation Platform for WooCommerce

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Tuesday, April 5, 2022
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WEST PALM BEACH, Fla., April 5, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- WPBeginner Growth Fund , the leading investment fund focused on WordPress businesses, is pleased to announce that it has acquired an investment stake in India-based WooFunnels , a popular sales funnel builder & marketing automation platform for WooCommerce.

Key Points: 
  • WEST PALM BEACH, Fla., April 5, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- WPBeginner Growth Fund , the leading investment fund focused on WordPress businesses, is pleased to announce that it has acquired an investment stake in India-based WooFunnels , a popular sales funnel builder & marketing automation platform for WooCommerce.
  • "We're excited to be a part of WPBeginner Growth Fund family and to work with Syed as he joins our board," said Daman Jeet Singh, co-founder and CEO of WooFunnels.
  • WPBeginner Growth Fund is a leading investment fund focused on WordPress businesses.
  • Learn more about WPBeginner Growth Fund at wpbeginner.com
    WooFunnels was launched in 2018 to help store owners easily create high-converting checkouts, add order bumps, and one-click upsells.

One City Schools of Madison, Wisconsin to Receive $1.75 Million to Support the Opening of its New Middle/High School in September 2022

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Wednesday, March 23, 2022
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MADISON, Wis., March 23, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- One year ago today, One City Schools announced that it was purchasing a 157,000 square foot facility from a national insurance company, WPS Health Solutions, based in Monona, Wisconsin. Today, One City announced it will receive $1.75 million in multi-year grants from the Charter School Growth Fund of Broomfield, Colorado and the Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction. These funds will support the planning, startup and implementation of its new groundbreaking early college and career high school: One City Preparatory Academy.

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  • Today, One City announced it will receive $1.75 million in multi-year grants from the Charter School Growth Fund of Broomfield, Colorado and the Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction.
  • These funds will support the planning, startup and implementation of its new groundbreaking early college and career high school: One City Preparatory Academy.
  • One City joined the Growth Fund's portfolio of high quality public charter schools in 2019, after successfully completing a comprehensive due diligence process.
  • Additionally, One City was awarded a $900,000 federally-funded Charter School Startup and Implementation Grant from the Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction.

SEMCAP Launches Education Sector Investment Strategy, Announces Exclusive Partnership With Arizona State University’s Enterprise Partners

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Thursday, February 24, 2022
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The two organizations will collaborate on private investments in education and education technology companies with strong use-cases for the university.

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  • The two organizations will collaborate on private investments in education and education technology companies with strong use-cases for the university.
  • SEMCAP Education is already backing world-class companies such as Noodle Partners and McGraw Hill.
  • Partnering with knowledgeable capital allocators such as SEMCAP Education enables Edtech companies in our portfolio growth opportunities, ASU Enterprise Partners CEO Dan Dillon said.
  • Bradley stated, ASU Enterprise Partners and SEMCAP Education are teaming up to provide the best-positioned growth companies access to value added capital.

Coyote Clean Power Begins WAPA Interconnection

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Wednesday, February 9, 2022
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SOUTHERN UTE INDIAN RESERVATION, Colo., and DURHAM, N.C., Feb. 9, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- An affiliate of Coyote Clean Power, LLC partner, the Southern Ute Growth Fund, filed an interconnection application with the Western Area Power Administration (WAPA), marking a critical milestone for Coyote in achieving its goal of delivering a 280-MW NET Power plant on tribal land .

Key Points: 
  • SOUTHERN UTE INDIAN RESERVATION, Colo., and DURHAM, N.C., Feb. 9, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- An affiliate of Coyote Clean Power, LLC partner, the Southern Ute Growth Fund, filed an interconnection application with the Western Area Power Administration (WAPA), marking a critical milestone for Coyote in achieving its goal of delivering a 280-MW NET Power plant on tribal land .
  • Coyote would play a critical role in decarbonizing the regional power grid and filling gaps in firm clean power supply.
  • Coyote Clean Power, LLC: Coyote Clean Power is a joint venture between 8 Rivers Capital, LLC and The Southern Ute Indian Tribe Growth Fund (SUGF) established to build, own, and operate a NET Power plant.
  • NET Power, LLC: The mission of NET Power is to provide advanced clean energy to consumers worldwide by generating lower-cost power with zero emissions.

Equitable Facilities Fund Commits $500 Million to Public Charter Schools Led by People of Color

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Thursday, December 9, 2021
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NEW YORK, Dec. 9, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --In a major step towards advancing educational equity for all students, Equitable Facilities Fund (EFF), a nonprofit social impact fund specializing in facilities financing for high-performing public charter schools, announced today that it is committing $500 million to public charter schools run by people of color.

Key Points: 
  • NEW YORK, Dec. 9, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --In a major step towards advancing educational equity for all students, Equitable Facilities Fund (EFF), a nonprofit social impact fund specializing in facilities financing for high-performing public charter schools, announced today that it is committing $500 million to public charter schools run by people of color.
  • This new commitment will support approximately 30 leaders of color and 50,000 students in public charter school networks across the country.
  • Equitable Facilities Fund is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit social impact fund created to provide long-term, low-cost facility loans that allow high-performing public charter schools to maximize the resources they dedicate to students.
  • High-quality public charter schools promote bright futures for children across America, and EFF believes these schools should borrow under terms comparable to traditional public school districts.