Tech Company Financing Transactions

WeSpeke Funding Round

WeSpeke closed a $3 million Series B funding round on 7/11/2014. Backers included private investors.

Transaction Overview

Company Name
Announced On
7/11/2014
Transaction Type
Venture Equity
Amount
$3,000,000
Round
Series B
Investors
Proceeds Purpose
The funding will allow WeSpeke to hire more employees, expand its global footprint, and offer new and innovative features to enhance its online language learning and cultural experience.

Company Information

Company Status
Private & Independent
Industry
Internet & IoT
Mailing Address
381 Mansfield Ave. 115
Pittsburgh, PA 15220
USA
Email Address
Overview
WeSpeke is a growing global social network for practicing languages, sharing cultures, and making connections. Whether for language learning, upcoming travel, career opportunities, or international friendships, WeSpeke is your digital communication bridge that crosses countries and cultural boundaries.
Profile
WeSpeke LinkedIn Company Profile
Social Media
WeSpeke Company Twitter Account
Company News
WeSpeke News
Facebook
WeSpeke on Facebook
YouTube
WeSpeke on YouTube

Management Team

Title
Name
Email & Social
Chief Executive Officer
Mike Elchik
  Mike Elchik LinkedIn Profile  Mike Elchik Twitter Account  Mike Elchik News  Mike Elchik on Facebook
Chief Technical Officer
Jaime Carbonell
  Jaime Carbonell LinkedIn Profile  Jaime Carbonell Twitter Account  Jaime Carbonell News  Jaime Carbonell on Facebook
VP - Engineering
Bob Pawlowski
  Bob Pawlowski LinkedIn Profile  Bob Pawlowski Twitter Account  Bob Pawlowski News  Bob Pawlowski on Facebook
VP - Marketing
Cathy Wilson
  Cathy Wilson LinkedIn Profile  Cathy Wilson Twitter Account  Cathy Wilson News  Cathy Wilson on Facebook


 

 

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