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SharpestMinds
AddedMar 22, 2024
UpdatedJul 3, 2026
SharpestMinds

SharpestMinds

Acquired

AI mentorship platform linking new data scientists with top industry mentors.

HQ
Toronto, Ontario, CA
Founded
2018
Accelerator
Y Combinator logoY CombinatorW18
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SharpestMinds is an AI mentorship platform designed to connect aspiring data scientists with experienced industry professionals through income share agreements. The platform offers personalized, one-on-one mentorship from engineers who have worked at leading companies such as Apple, Uber, Tesla, Facebook, and Amazon. The core mission is to advance careers by providing practical guidance and support, ensuring mentees only pay a percentage of their first year's salary after securing a job.

SharpestMinds has made a significant impact by democratizing access to high-quality mentorship and facilitating career growth in the data science field. The program has successfully matched numerous mentees with mentors from top AI groups, resulting in meaningful career advancements and job placements. This innovative approach has garnered attention for its effectiveness in bridging the gap between education and employment in the tech industry.

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SharpestMinds - Quick Facts

Who are SharpestMinds' competitors?

Companies similar to SharpestMinds include Pathrise, Edith Labs, AlgoUniversity and Dreami.

When was SharpestMinds founded?

SharpestMinds was founded in 2018.

Where is SharpestMinds' headquarters located?

SharpestMinds' headquarters is located in Toronto, Ontario, CA.

When was SharpestMinds' last funding round?

SharpestMinds' most recent funding round was for $120k (USD) in January 2018.

How much has SharpestMinds raised to-date?

As of Jan 4, 2018, SharpestMinds has raised a total of $120k (USD).

SharpestMinds - Classification

Ownership
  • Venture Capital
Technology
  • AI
Geographic Exposure
  • Global
Model
  • Platform
Revenue
  • Recurring
  • SaaS
Customer
  • Consumers
Main Product
  • Career Coaching
  • Mentorship
Tags
  • AI Operations
  • Data
NAICS
  • 540000Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services
  • 541500Computer Systems Design and Related Services
  • 541000Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services
  • 541510Computer Systems Design and Related Services
  • 541511Custom Computer Programming Services
SIC
  • 7300Business Services
  • 7370Computer Programming, Data Processing, And Other Computer Related
  • 7371Computer Programming Services
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NAICS
  • 513200Software Publishers
  • 510000Information
  • 513000Publishing Industries
  • 513210Software Publishers
SIC
  • 7372Prepackaged Software