Desire2Learn

IPO

D2L | Online Learning Platform | Creators of the Brightspace LMS Software

Public · Kitchener, Canada · Founded 1999 · $315.0M raised

Headquarters
Kitchener
Employees
1001–5000
Founded
1999
Business Model
B2B
Website
d2l.com
Total Funding
$315.0M
Last Round
$150.0M Growth EquityJan 2021
Rounds
3
Type
Public

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About

D2L is a global learning innovation company that develops the Brightspace LMS, serving K-12, higher education, and corporate learners worldwide. Founded in 1999 by John Baker, the company partners with institutions to deliver personalized, cloud-based learning experiences at scale. Its platform supports AI-driven tools, outcomes tracking, and course authoring for over 15 million learners.

Summary

Desire2Learn is an Artificial Intelligence company based in Kitchener, Canada, founded in 1999. It has raised $315.0M in total across 3 rounds, most recently a $150.0M Growth Equity round in Jan 2021. Investors include Columbus Nova Technology Partners, New Enterprise Associates and OMERS Ventures.

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Funding History

Growth EquityStrategic Equity2021 (est.)
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