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Talespin

Culver City, US · Founded 2015 · 10 known investors

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Cornerstone Immerse is an AI-powered immersive learning platform that uses virtual reality and desktop simulations to train employees on soft skills like communication and leadership. The platform serves enterprises across industries seeking to reduce training costs and accelerate skill development.

Founders & leadership

Talespin was founded in 2015 by Kyle Jackson.

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Kyle JacksonFounder · Chief Executive Officer2015–2024Kyle Jackson founded multiple technology companies over two decades, with prior ventures in GPU-accelerated post-production, digital media infrastructure for Disney, storage hardware, and an AI-based simulation platform acquired by Cornerstone OnDemand in 2024. He currently leads Being Human, an AI-native venture studio operating across Singapore, Los Angeles, Toronto, and Sydney.

Investors · 10

Also in the syndicate · 3

Allomer CapitalleadGo1Sony Innovation Fund

Funding

SEC filings, press & company announcements

$25.2M disclosed across 2 of 5 rounds · 2018–2022

▶$5.2MraisedOct 2018 · 11 investors · Other
Rule 506(b)
Officers, directors & promoters on the filing
  • Kyle JacksonExecutive Officer
Offering amount
$5.5M
Amount sold
$5.2M
First sale
Apr 2018
Incorporated
Limited Liability Company, California, 2015
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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2 people who came through Talespin went on to found or lead other companies.

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Frequently asked questions

What does Talespin do?
Cornerstone Immerse is an AI-powered immersive learning platform that uses virtual reality and desktop simulations to train employees on soft skills like communication and leadership. The platform serves enterprises across industries seeking to reduce training costs and accelerate skill development.
Who founded Talespin?
Talespin was founded by Kyle Jackson in 2015.
Who are Talespin's investors?
Talespin's investors include GOAL Ventures, Khosla Ventures, Sony Ventures Corporation, WestRiver Group, Accenture Ventures, Pearson Ventures, SEEK Investments.
How much funding has Talespin raised?
Talespin has disclosed $25.2M raised across 2 of its 5 known rounds.
Where is Talespin headquartered?
Talespin is headquartered in Culver City, US.