# Acrobatiq by VitalSource: Education management, Pittsburgh, United States

> Acrobatiq by VitalSource: Acrobatiq by VitalSource is an adaptive learning and data analytics platform that focuses on improving student outcomes in higher...

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# Acrobatiq by VitalSource

Acrobatiq by VitalSource is an adaptive learning and data analytics platform that focuses on improving student outcomes in higher education.

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Funding reported Last round: Series A

Education management Pittsburgh, United States

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Company summary

- **Founded:** 2013 13 years old
- **Team:** 8 1 to 10 people
- **Funding reported:** $9.8M in dollars
- **Last round:** Series A Jul 2015

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## About Acrobatiq by VitalSource

Acrobatiq by VitalSource is an adaptive learning and data analytics platform that focuses on improving student outcomes in higher education.

Founded as a spinout from Carnegie Mellon University's Open Learning Initiative, Acrobatiq leverages over 12 years of research to create cognitive science-based courseware. The company was acquired by VitalSource Technologies in 2018, allowing it to expand its reach through established publisher relationships and institutional networks. Acrobatiq offers interactive, adaptive courseware that includes a core platform for converting static content into engaging courses. This platform features real-time analytics, enabling instructors to gain insights into student performance for tailored instruction. The SmartStart AI Engine automates the conversion of content into topical lessons, making it easy for educators to create learning experiences quickly. Acrobatiq serves higher education faculty, institutions, and organizations aiming for measurable improvements in learning, supported by VitalSource's extensive ecosystem of digital content and training tools.

## What company datasets say Acrobatiq by VitalSource raised

Funding, as reported

Reported in all **$9.8M** in dollars

Rounds **1**

Last round **Series A**

Last round size **$9.8M**

Last round date **Jul 2015**

Investors listed **5**

## Founders and team

From Acrobatiq by VitalSource's own website: 11 on the team.

- **Alice Duijser** Vice President & General Manager for Intrepid
- **Jodi Budnick** Vice President & Managing Director International
- **Brian Hogue** Chief Strategy Officer
- **Irene McGuinness** Chief Product Officer
- **Jared Pearlman** Chief Technology Officer
- **Jenny Powers** Chief Learning Officer
- **Kent Freeman** Chief Financial Officer
- **Marcio Andrade** Chief Commercial Officer
- **William Chesser** Chief People Officer
- **Mark Bledsoe** General Counsel
- **Sam Herring** General Counsel

## The company, in detail

What they build

Known for

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- **Sector:** Education management
- **Industry code:** NAICS 61143, 611710, 513210, SIC 8299
- **Region:** Pennsylvania
- **Full record:** [Every detail in the company directory](https://millionrounds.com/directory/acrobatiq)

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