GSV AcceleraTE

About The Fund

GSV AcceleraTE is a venture capital firm focusing on seed, early-stage, and later-stage investments. They primarily target companies in the technology sector, including edtech, mobile, and big data. Established in 2016 and operating from Chicago, Illinois, they have carved out a specialization in identifying and nurturing companies that transform the global education market. GSV AcceleraTE, with a consistent investment size of $2,750,000, is equipped to support startups through various stages of their life cycle. They pride themselves on being an integral player in the educational technology landscape, engaging with businesses that drive significant digital disruption across the "Pre-K to Gray" digital learning sector. As the venture capital arm of GSV Ventures, they focus on the $7+ trillion education and workforce skills sector worldwide. Understanding that megatrends create tailwinds for investments, they follow a repeatable system backed by a proprietary lens to analyze and pursue potential opportunities. In alignment with their mission, they aim to enable equal access to quality education, empowering people to participate in the future. Their initiatives and strategic activities, such as the ASU+GSV Summit, which is considered a significant event for education technology investors, provide the team with unparalleled access to impactful relationships and opportunities. The firm also emphasizes the importance of being located in the 'Global Silicon Valley', drawing inspiration and energy from the region's innovative spirit to fuel growth and empower communities, societies, and beyond. Through its portfolio, team insights, and programming, GSV AcceleraTE aspires to bend the arc of human potential and contribute meaningfully to society's shift from 'Before Coronavirus to After Disease', emphasizing the accelerated transition to online learning.