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Poliglota

YC W21

Santiago, CL · Founded 2012 · Delaware corporation · 170 employees · 3 known investors

Poliglota offers conversational language learning programs for English and other languages, combining group coaching sessions, practice clubs, and AI-powered practice through a method validated by Harvard research. The platform serves individual learners and small groups seeking to develop practical speaking skills rather than grammar memorization.

AI & Machine LearningEdTechEducationeLearningChileLatin AmericaPartly Remote

Founders & leadership· Y Combinator alumni (W21)

Poliglota was founded in 2012 by Nicolas Fuenzalida, Carlos Aravena, and Jose Sanchez.

NFNicolas Fuenzalida
Nicolas Fuenzalidain𝕏FounderHe holds a philosophy degree from Universidad Alberto Hurtado and a master's degree in organizational psychology from Universidad Adolfo Ibañez, both in Santiago, and has studied at Saint Joseph's University in Philadelphia and completed innovation training at MIT.
CACarlos Aravena
Carlos Aravenain𝕏FounderCarlos Aravena is co-founder and CEO of Poliglota.org, an education-focused platform.
JSJose Sanchez
Jose SanchezinFounderHe previously founded two startups and was recognized as a Young Leader of Latin America through the Obama YLAI program in 2015 and as a Young Leader of Chile in 2012.
CV
Carlos Vicente Aravena EspinozaNamed on SEC filing

Investors · 3

Reported raises · per SEC filings

Form D private placements

$725K disclosed across 1 round · 2021

$725KraisedApr 2021 · 9 investors · Other Technology
Rule 506(b)
Officers, directors & promoters on the filing
  • Carlos Vicente Aravena EspinozaExecutive Officer, Director
Offering amount
$5M
Amount sold
$725K
Minimum investment
$10K
First sale
Mar 2021
Incorporated
Corporation, Delaware, 2021
Federal exemptions
06b
Full filing on SEC EDGAR ↗

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

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Frequently asked questions

What does Poliglota do?
Poliglota offers conversational language learning programs for English and other languages, combining group coaching sessions, practice clubs, and AI-powered practice through a method validated by Harvard research. The platform serves individual learners and small groups seeking to develop practical speaking skills rather than grammar memorization.
Who founded Poliglota?
Poliglota was founded by Nicolas Fuenzalida, Carlos Aravena, Jose Sanchez in 2012.
Who are Poliglota's investors?
Poliglota's investors include Capria Ventures, Invexor Venture Partners, Y Combinator.
How much funding has Poliglota raised?
Poliglota has disclosed $725K raised across 1 round.
Where is Poliglota headquartered?
Poliglota is headquartered in Santiago, CL.