Hearst Ventures
Series A–Series C
What they invest in
from 4 of 4 portfolio companiesEdTech ×2HR Tech ×2SaaS ×2AI & Machine Learning ×1Consumer ×1Creator Economy ×1Future of Work ×1Healthtech ×1
HQs:United States×2
Investments · 4 tracked
founders shown can be your intro pathJoytunes offers mobile apps that teach music and drawing through interactive, adaptive lessons with real-time feedback. The platform serves learners of all ages across 180 countries who want to learn creative skills like piano, guitar, voice, and drawing.
AI & Machine LearningConsumerCreator EconomyEdTech
Stepful provides affordable, online healthcare education programs with live instruction and personalized coaching to train students for healthcare careers. The company targets individuals seeking to enter the healthcare workforce and aims to address systemic shortages in medical staffing.
EdTechHealthtechNew York City, US
Trakstar builds talent development and people management software for HR leaders and companies, offering hiring, performance communication, and employee development tools.
HR TechSaaS
Frequently asked questions
- What stage does Hearst Ventures invest at?
- Hearst Ventures invests at the Series A, Series B, Series C stages.
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