Graduway News
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Graduway + Gravyty + Gratavid announce launch of Gravyty -- the leading software company for social good
SaaS companies Graduway, Gravyty, and Gratavid have announced the launch of Gravyty, a social good software company. Through mergers and partnerships, Gravyty has become the leading SaaS company for educational institutions, nonprofits, and corporations. Their product portfolio includes Graduway, Community, Advance, Raise, Peerpal, and Gratavid. With a focus on simplifying engagement and fundraising, Gravyty aims to unlock an organizations true potential. The company has nearly 200 employees globally and offers onboarding, implementation, and account management services. Gravyty is headquartered in the UK with operations in the US, Canada, and Israel.
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Gratavid joins Graduway + Gravyty's ecosystem of products that enable purpose-driven communities to fulfill their true potential
Graduway + Gravyty, providers in virtual communities and fundraising, have merged with Gratavid, a leading video platform that allows nonprofits and education organizations to connect and stay connected to their communities by creating personalized videos. The merger aims to automate communication flows and improve engagement. Graduway + Gravytys technologies combined with Gratavids authentic videos will amplify impact, retention, stewardship, admissions, and engagement. The acquisition is part of Graduway + Gravytys client strategy to provide a human feel and personalization in a digital world. Gratavid works with various organizations and integrates with CRMs to personalize interactions. The merged company now works with 2,500+ schools, colleges, nonprofits, and healthcare organizations globally.
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Graduway and Gravyty Announce Merger
Graduway has merged with Gravyty, the leading AI fundraiser enablement software provider. The merger combines the power of community and technology to help organizations transform the world for the better. The vision is for each partner to have their own community and enablement platform to empower their admission, alumni, and donor communities. The goal is to deliver more ambassadors, mentors, and donors for the partners. The merger is seen as a natural combination, bringing together Graduways community software and Gravytys enablement software. The companies have been using each others products for several years and are excited about the potential for further innovations in AI and machine learning.
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Graduway Acquires PeerPal Cementing Its Position As The Leading Provider Of Education Management And Engagement Software
Graduway has announced the acquisition of PeerPal, a leading ambassador management solution used by K-12 schools and universities globally. This acquisition allows Graduway to provide its customers with the best admissions tools, including customized follow-up emails and videos throughout the admissions process. PeerPal has experienced rapid growth and is already expanding internationally. The partnership between Graduway and PeerPal will transform and reimagine the advancement and admissions landscape. The acquisition is seen as a game-changer for engagement and admissions efforts, allowing schools and universities to gain a better understanding of prospective students interests and the impact of their ambassadors. Graduway is a market-leading education software provider with over 2,000 clients in 80 countries.
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Graduway Acquires Snap! Advance, The Leading Digital Fundraising and Giving Day Platform
Graduway has acquired Snap! Advance, a leading provider of digital fundraising and giving day solutions, for an undisclosed sum. This acquisition solidifies Graduways position as the market leader in career services, alumni relations, and fundraising software. The combination of the two companies will enable institutions to offer enhanced alumni experiences and increased engagement, leading to more fundraising opportunities. Snap! Advance has worked with over 100 major universities and has raised over $38 million from sixty thousand unique donors in the past year. Graduway has also opened a new office in Seattle as a result of the acquisition. Graduway will be hosting webinars to discuss the acquisition and how customers can leverage their digital networks for fundraising impact.
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K1 Announces Investment in Graduway, Leading Provider of Alumni Engagement and Career Services Management Software
K1 Investment Management has announced its investment in Graduway, a global leader in alumni engagement and career services management software. The investment will provide Graduway with resources for accelerated growth and innovation, allowing the company to expand its product suite and operations in North America. Graduway currently serves over 1,000 customers across more than 40 countries, including top universities and schools. Since K1s initial investment, Graduway has completed several strategic acquisitions to enhance its platform. The company plans to further expand its suite of products and services. K1 is the only institutional investor in Graduway, and the transaction terms were not disclosed.
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Graduway Secures $60 Million Investment from K1 Investment Management
Graduway, a global leader in alumni engagement and career services management software, has announced a $60 million investment from K1 Investment Management. This investment will support Graduways plans to expand its operations in North America and solidify its position as the largest vendor in the market. Graduway has also completed acquisitions and signed a strategic partnership, further consolidating its position in the industry. The company aims to expand its product suite, intelligence products, volunteering modules, and event management, as well as grow its customer success team. Graduway serves over 1,000 customers worldwide, including top universities and schools. The company has doubled its headcount in the past year and operates in multiple countries.
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Graduway and EverTrue Announce Strategic Partnership Helping Alumni Relations and Development Offices Work Toward Shared Goals
Graduway and EverTrue have announced a strategic partnership to help colleges and independent schools offer meaningful alumni experiences that lead to more fundraising opportunities. The integration between the two platforms will bring alumni relations and development departments closer together, allowing schools to leverage their networks to meet fundraising goals. EverTrues Alumni Community customers will become customers of Graduways integrated directory and mentorship platform. The partnership aims to provide alumni with more opportunities for meaningful connections, leading to stronger engagement and increased fundraising potential. The integration will also allow EverTrue users to qualify active users of the Graduway platform as prospective donors and volunteers. Graduway is trusted by over 1,000 educational institutions and non-profits, while EverTrue is the leading advancement automation platform.
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Graduway Acquires VineUp
Graduway, the worlds leading provider of alumni software, has acquired VineUp, a top supplier of career mentoring software for higher education. This acquisition strengthens Graduways position as the market leader for alumni networking and mentoring software. All of VineUps employees will be joining Graduway.
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Israeli alumni software co Graduway raises $12.7m
Israeli alumni software provider Graduway has raised $12.7 million in growth funding from Susquehanna Growth Equity. The investment will be used to invest in product development, expand the US office, and increase the workforce. Graduway plans to develop cutting-edge alumni software, deepen customer relationships, increase market share, and reach new markets and geographies. The company is trusted by over 500 education institutions and non-profits globally.
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SaaS Capital Provides $2 Million in Growth Funding to Graduway - SaaS Capital
SaaS Capital has provided a $2 million line of credit to Graduway, an international ed-tech company. The funding will support Graduways strategy of developing next-generation products, deepening customer relationships, increasing market share, and expanding into new markets and geographies. Graduway, with headquarters in the U.K. and operations in the U.S. and Israel, is a trusted provider of alumni networking platforms for over 400 education institutions and non-profits. The companys SaaS platform enables institutions to engage their alumni, students, and supporters through a powerful platform. SaaS Capital recognizes Graduways management team as highly driven and focused on serving customers, making them a market leader in alumni engagement. SaaS Capital is a leading provider of Committed Credit Facilities to SaaS companies.
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Graduway Acquires IntroMaps LLC
Graduway, a leading provider of alumni networking services, has acquired IntroMaps, a company that offers solutions for online directories and alumni engagement. The acquisition will allow Graduway to expand into new for-profit sectors. All of IntroMaps customers will transition to Graduway and benefit from its full range of products and services. The move is expected to further strengthen Graduways position as a market leader in alumni networking.
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Putting the touch on alumni, the high-tech way
UK/Israel-based start-up Graduway has created a platform that helps schools engage with their alumni. The platform utilizes existing data on social networks to build an alumni network for its clients. Graduway works with top institutions around the world and closed a $1.1 million seed round with investors including former 888 CEO Gigi Levy, BTG Pactual, and RSL Venture Partners. The company plans to continue signing up more schools, particularly in the US.
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With $1.1M In The Bank, Graduway Launches To Help Schools Reinvent Alumni Networking
Graduway, a startup that helps colleges and universities engage with their alumni, has officially launched with $1.1 million in seed funding. The company aims to solve the problem of outdated and low-engagement alumni networking platforms by providing institutions with their own branded platform built around existing social networks. Graduway is already working with institutions across 14 countries and plans to expand its customer base. The startup charges schools for building custom, branded alumni networks, but the pricing may be a concern. Graduway is looking to strengthen its commercial relationship with companies like LinkedIn for customer acquisition. The investors in Graduway include BTG Pactual, Gigi Levy, and RSL Venture Partners.
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