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Blackboard is a learning management system (LMS) platform built for educators and institutions to support teaching and learning at scale across higher education, government, and K-12. The company provides AI-powered tools and learner-centered technology designed to improve instructional outcomes and student engagement.
Founders & leadership
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Matthew PittinskyCo-founder & Incoming CEO
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Michael ChasenCo-founderMichael Chasen co-founded Blackboard, a learning management system used by thousands of institutions globally, which he led as CEO before taking the company public and overseeing its sale. He currently serves as CEO of Class Technologies, a virtual classroom platform, and works as an advisor and angel investor.
Investors · 5
Nexus Capital Management✓ confirmed by Blackboard, Inc.Los Angeles
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Oaktree✓ confirmed by Blackboard, Inc.Los Angeles
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Founder mafia
5 people who came through Blackboard, Inc. went on to found or lead other companies.
Tim ChiCo-FounderFounded The Knot Worldwide +1Max LytvynDirector, Product Strategy, NAHEFounded Superhuman +1Michael ChasenCo-founderFounded Class Technologies +1Andrew RosenChief Corporate Office; President, International; Co-FounderFounded Interfolio +1Marc RubnerSenior Director, MarketingFounded Building Intelligence
Frequently asked questions
- What does Blackboard, Inc. do?
- Blackboard is a learning management system (LMS) platform built for educators and institutions to support teaching and learning at scale across higher education, government, and K-12. The company provides AI-powered tools and learner-centered technology designed to improve instructional outcomes and student engagement.
- Who founded Blackboard, Inc.?
- Blackboard, Inc. was founded by Matthew Pittinsky, Michael Chasen.
- Who are Blackboard, Inc.'s investors?
- Blackboard, Inc.'s investors include Nexus Capital Management, Oaktree, Novak Biddle Venture Partners, Reverence Capital Partners, W Capital Partners.