Founded in 2012 by educators and technology professionals, Clever aims to revolutionize education by providing a single platform for digital learning programs. The core mission is to simplify access to educational technology for schools, teachers, and students. Clever offers single sign-on access to various educational resources and automates software management, making it easier for half of K-12 schools in the U.S. to integrate digital tools into their classrooms.

Notable affiliated individuals include co-founders Tyler Bosmeny, Dan Carroll, and Rafael Garcia. The company has attracted significant investment from prominent venture capital firms such as Sequoia Capital and Lightspeed Venture Partners. Clever's key achievements include widespread adoption across U.S. schools and a robust platform that supports millions of students and educators. Its impact lies in making educational technology more accessible and manageable, thereby enhancing the learning experience.