# Akimbo: E-learning, Chattanooga, United States

> Akimbo: Akimbo is an online learning studio and network founded in 2015 by Seth Godin. Based in Chattanooga, United States. Founded 1995.

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# Akimbo

Akimbo is an online learning studio and network founded in 2015 by Seth Godin.

Funding reported Last round: Undisclosed round

E-learning Chattanooga, United States

Company summary

- **Founded:** 1995 31 years old
- **Team:** 27 11 to 50 people
- **Funding reported:** $40M in dollars
- **Last round:** Undisclosed round May 2013

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- 2 **Funding reported** A company dataset reports a raise
- 3 **Observed** A filing or a dated announcement confirms a round

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## About Akimbo

Akimbo is an online learning studio and network founded in 2015 by Seth Godin.

The organization focuses on creating transformative online workshops and experiences that promote new ways of working and being in the world. Akimbo aims to reshape education through peer-to-peer driven, community-based learning grounded in practical action. As a Public Benefit Corporation since 2020, Akimbo emphasizes social impact alongside its business goals. Led by founding team member Marie Schacht, the company has served over 25,000 individuals across 90 countries, equipping them with skills and knowledge to drive change. Akimbo's core offering is its interactive online workshop program, which includes live sessions on Zoom, allowing participants to engage actively in their learning. One of its featured workshops, "Decisive By Design," focuses on helping participants improve their decision-making through practical exercises.

## What company datasets say Akimbo raised

Funding, as reported

Reported in all **$40M** in dollars

Rounds **6**

Last round **Undisclosed round**

Last round size **$450K**

Last round date **May 2013**

Investors listed **6**

## The company, in detail

What they build

Known for

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Built with from their website

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- **Sector:** E-learning
- **Industry code:** NAICS 611430, SIC 8299
- **Region:** Tennessee
- **Full record:** [Every detail in the company directory](https://millionrounds.com/directory/akimbo)

## E-learning in United States

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