DataCamp

Data science learning platform

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1001+ employees
  • B2B
  • Education
  • Big data
  • Training
Midtown South, New York, NY

Company mission

To democratize data and AI education for all.

Top investors

76% employee growth in 12 months

Our take

While platforms like Codecademy and Khan Academy offer broad course in Phython and web development, DataCamp carves out a more targeted path, offering career-focused learning rtacks built for toda's data-driven job market. In a world where tech talent is in high demand, specialized programs like "R for Finance" and "Quantitative ANalyst" help learners stand out in competitive fields.

DataCamp generates much of its revenue working with businesses, with clients from Deloitte to PayPal. Industries around the world are desperate to up-skill their talent with the latest analytics tools: this product is quickly becoming key to the on-boarding and training regimes of many firms. The company has also worked to develop its fraud and regulatory risk analytics courses. Financial services firms are keen to automate their compliance systems as AML becomes increasingly a process of data mining.

The company is also evolving how it delivers content. With innovations including mobile-friendly, bite-sized lessons that echo the addictive, gamified style of Duolingo (ideal for busy professionals squeezing learning into spare moments). This mobile-first approach, backed by a subscription model, could be a key engine for more future growth.

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Steph

Company Specialist at Welcome to the Jungle

Benefits

  • Stock options
  • Generous healthcare benefits
  • Fully paid parental leave
  • Personal development budget
  • Personal office equipment budget
  • International company trips and trainings
  • Free lunch and healthy snacks

Funding (last 2 of 6 rounds)

Dec 2018

$25m

EARLY VC

Jul 2017

$4m

EARLY VC

Total funding: $31.2m

This company has top investors

Leadership

Dieter De Mesmaeker

(Co-Founder & Board Member)

Previously took part in Techstars. Recently co-founded Conveo where they act as the CEO.

Jonathan Cornelissen

(Co-Founder & CEO)

Wrote much of the original course material for DataCamp, particularly R and its econometrics applications.

Martijn Theuwissen

(Co-Founder & COO)

Previously gained experience in sales & marketing experience in brands such as Coca-Cola.