Interplay Learning names former Coursera CMO Kim Caldbeck to board and announces the addition of ECMC Group and Masco Ventures as new strategic investors
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"As someone committed to creating positive change and expanding economic opportunity for all, I am excited about supporting Interplay in executing its vision," Caldbeck said. I look forward to advancing Interplays growth and impact by sharing my past experience building Coursera into a global brand that now delivers learning to millions. Before that, she was a marketing leader at Facebook.In addition to Caldbecks appointment, ECMC Group and Masco Ventures recent investments in Interplay Learning demonstrates their strong commitment to supporting the further advancement of trades education and tackling the growing labor shortage. Interplays intuitive platform enables organizations to effectively recruit, train, and retain top talent in order to combat chronic labor shortages, enhance productivity and gain a competitive edge.ECMC Groups Education Impact Fund is a mission-driven venture fund that invests in companies focused on improving access and outcomes within postsecondary education and employment, with the goal of supporting entrepreneurs to think innovatively, scale their impact and generate competitive returns.Masco Ventures, a subsidiary of Masco Corporation, invests in companies that will further Mascos commitment to innovation by targeting investments in products and services that augment water management, create a connected in-home experience, enhance customer service, and provide different ways to reach new and existing customers of Masco products.For more information about Interplay Learning, visit .About Interplay LearningAustin-based Interplay Learning offers scalable and effective training for the essential skilled trades that helps business leaders, educators and their teams build better companies, better careers and better lives. Interplay Learnings immersive online and VR training platform for HVAC, plumbing, electrical, solar, hospitality, multifamily maintenance and facilities maintenance workforces includes expert-led video courses, hands-on 3D simulations, knowledge checks and custom learning paths to upskill advanced technicians and help new technicians be job-ready in weeks, not years.Interplay Learning was named to the 2022 Inc. 5000 and Inc. Best in Business lists and earned three honorable mentions in Fast Companys 2021 World Changing Ideas Awards.
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