Escalate

Escalate is an EdTech startup founded in 2022 with the aim to address the challenge of frontline employee retention in the United States. The company's slogan, "Unlocking frontline retention for employers and a path for entry-level talent to advance," underscores its mission. A significant milestone for Escalate was its recent $1.26M Pre Seed Round investment on 11 October 2023, which attracted a range of notable investors including Techstars, TEDCO, Potencia Ventures, Future State Ventures, Blue Zone Partners, Gurtin Ventures, ECMC Foundation, Brad Collins, and Rock Creek. The company's approach involves providing frontline workers with weekly high-support asynchronous online training leading to industry-recognized certifications and upward mobility, thereby enhancing employee retention. With a strong value proposition and backing from influential investors, Escalate appears well-positioned to make an impact in the EdTech industry.