# Upskillist: E-learning, Dublin, Ireland

> Upskillist: Upskillist is a global online e-learning platform founded in 2012, originally known as Shaw Academy. Based in Dublin, Ireland. Founded 2013.

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# Upskillist

Upskillist is a global online e-learning platform founded in 2012, originally known as Shaw Academy.

Funding reported Last round: Venture (Round not Specified)

E-learning Dublin, Ireland

Company summary

- **Founded:** 2013 13 years old
- **Team:** 200 51 to 200 people
- **Funding reported:** 10.3M as listed, currency not stated
- **Last round:** Venture (Round not Specified) Apr 2019

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## About Upskillist

Upskillist is a global online e-learning platform founded in 2012, originally known as Shaw Academy.

Headquartered in Portsmouth, New Hampshire, with additional offices in Dublin, London, Sydney, and Bengaluru, Upskillist offers personalized, certified courses aimed at helping individuals develop professional skills and advance their careers. The company employs over 200 people and has raised $15.9 million in funding. The platform features over 90 certified programs covering a wide range of topics, including Business, Analytics, Soft Skills, Finance, Technology, Design, Marketing, Photography, Coding, and Interior Design. Key offerings include accredited courses with globally recognized certifications, interactive learning materials, skills gap analysis tools, and enterprise solutions for businesses. Upskillist also provides a 7-day free trial for first-time customers, allowing them to explore the courses before committing to a monthly subscription. The platform is designed for a diverse, global audience, ensuring accessibility through courses available in multiple languages.

## What company datasets say Upskillist raised

Funding, as reported

Reported in all **10.3M** in the source's currency

Last round **Venture (Round not Specified)**

Last round size **7.7M**

Last round date **Apr 2019**

## Founders and team

From Upskillist's own website: 7 on the team.

- **Scott Newton** CEO & Board Member
- **John White** Chief Strategy Officer
- **David Brown** Board Member
- **Niall Burke** Director of Finance
- **Nicholas Paine** Chairperson
- **Sean Tai** Chairperson
- **Sonali Gupta** Director of Engineering

## The company, in detail

What they build

Known for

soft skills development industry expert instructors user experience remote learning consumers professional courses microlearning modules project management employee skill development corporate e-learning self-directed learning real-world skills ai-driven personalized education corporate training solutions career development employee training

Built with from their website

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+8 more

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- **Sector:** E-learning
- **Industry code:** NAICS 61142, 611710, 611430, SIC 8299
- **Region:** County Dublin
- **Full record:** [Every detail in the company directory](https://millionrounds.com/directory/upskillist)

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