Who founded The Social Institute?

The Social Institute was founded by Laura Tierney.

Who are The Social Institute's investors?

The Social Institute's investors include Avalanche VC.

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The Social Institute provides a gamified peer-to-peer learning platform called #WinAtSocial that teaches K-12 students social media literacy, digital citizenship, and high-character decision-making skills. The company works with schools, families, and educators to help students navigate social media and technology in healthy ways.

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Laura Tierney FounderLaura Tierney founded The Social Institute, which offers a gamified peer-to-peer learning platform teaching K-12 students digital citizenship and social media literacy. She previously held roles as Social Media Director at McKinsey advertising agency and Social Media Manager at ESPN, where she developed strategies for major brands including Duke Men's Basketball, Samsung, and Disney.

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Frequently asked questions

What does The Social Institute do?: The Social Institute provides a gamified peer-to-peer learning platform called #WinAtSocial that teaches K-12 students social media literacy, digital citizenship, and high-character decision-making skills. The company works with schools, families, and educators to help students navigate social media and technology in healthy ways.
Who founded The Social Institute?: The Social Institute was founded by Laura Tierney.
Who are The Social Institute's investors?: The Social Institute's investors include Avalanche VC.