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Kenzie

Manchester, US · Founded 2017 · Delaware corporation · 4 known investors

Southern New Hampshire University is a nonprofit accredited institution offering over 200 online and on-campus degree programs across multiple disciplines, designed for working adults seeking affordable, flexible education with career focus.

EdTech

Founders & leadership

Kenzie was founded in 2017 by Chok Ooi.

CO
Chok OoiFounder
LX
Ling XiaoNamed on SEC filing
DG
Doug GalenNamed on SEC filing
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Rehan HasanNamed on SEC filing

Board

MGMatt Greenfield
Matt Greenfieldin𝕏Board directorManaging Partner at Rethink Capital Partners

Investors · 4

EPIC VENTURESSalt Lake City
Juvo VenturesSalt Lake City · $10K – $300K
Rethink Capital PartnersreportedNew York · $1M – $3M
Rethink EducationreportedWhite Plains

Reported raises · per SEC filings

Form D private placements

$9.4M disclosed across 2 rounds · 2018–2019

▶$5.3MraisedJun 2019 · 7 investors · Other
Rule 506(b)
Officers, directors & promoters on the filing
  • Matt GreenfieldDirector
  • Emily Wattman-TurnerExecutive Officer
  • Doug GalenDirector
  • Rehan HasanExecutive Officer, Director
  • Chok OoiExecutive Officer, Director
  • Ling XiaoDirector
Offering amount
$10M
Amount sold
$5.3M
First sale
Jun 2019
Incorporated
Corporation, Delaware, 2017
Federal exemptions
06b
Full filing on SEC EDGAR ↗
▶$4.1MraisedAug 2018 · 12 investors · Investing
Rule 506(b)
Officers, directors & promoters on the filing
  • Matt GreenfieldExecutive Officer, Director
  • Ling XiaoExecutive Officer, Director
  • Doug GalenExecutive Officer, Director
  • Rehan HasanExecutive Officer, Director
  • Chok OoiExecutive Officer, Director
Amount sold
$4.1M
Minimum investment
$1
First sale
Jul 2018
Incorporated
Corporation, Delaware, 2017
Federal exemptions
06b
Full filing on SEC EDGAR ↗

Source: SEC EDGAR Form D. Amounts as filed; amended filings shown once at their latest values.

In the news

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Frequently asked questions

What does Kenzie do?
Southern New Hampshire University is a nonprofit accredited institution offering over 200 online and on-campus degree programs across multiple disciplines, designed for working adults seeking affordable, flexible education with career focus.
Who founded Kenzie?
Kenzie was founded by Chok Ooi in 2017.
Who are Kenzie's investors?
Kenzie's investors include EPIC VENTURES, Juvo Ventures, Rethink Capital Partners, Rethink Education.
How much funding has Kenzie raised?
Kenzie has disclosed $9.4M raised across 2 rounds.
Where is Kenzie headquartered?
Kenzie is headquartered in Manchester, US.