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GradeBuilder

GradeBuilder is a plat for fast, AI-powered course creation, helping them educators, experts, and companies scale training and learning through AI-drivencontent generation, automated assessments, and built-in monetizati

Spotlight

GradeBuilder is a founder-backed startup, currently raising $200K

The startup is in the validation stage and has onboarded early users

The company is focused on Europe: West and expanding into Europe: East & SE, Oceania, North America

Current funding round

Round is open

Stage

Pre-Seed

Round size

$200K

Pre-money valuation

Limited Access

Investor equity

Limited Access

Revenue in the last 12 months

Limited Access

Valuation in 4 years

Limited Access

Instrument type

SAFE

Growth Forecast

Limited access

This data is under wraps

Pitch

Iuliia Gorshkova, CEO

On this video

Elevator pitch

4 Sept 2024

Funding readiness level

2/9

Business concept detailed, funding needs and options outlined.

The business concept is clearly described. While the concept is well-formed, we continue to verify and refine it based on early feedback and customer data.

Our initial funding needs have been mapped out, with key steps identified, including platform development, content localization, and market entry. We estimate €200,000 will be needed for the next phase, which covers the launch in Portugal and Spanish-speaking regions.

A basic funding plan is in place, focusing on raising capital through a mix of grants, investor funding, and early-stage revenues over the next 3-6 months to reach these milestones.

team Readiness Level

5/9

Core competencies covered in founding team.

Our founding team is actively working together, with all members dedicating significant time to the project. The team covers all the necessary competencies: Iuliia brings expertise in education and entrepreneurship, Dmitry leads technical development as CTO, and Pavel specializes in AI development.

We also prioritize diversity, with a balanced representation of male and female team members. Iuliia, one of our co-founders, is a strong advocate for inclusivity, actively supporting women in tech through various programs.

We are currently expanding our network and recruiting additional resources to further strengthen our project, focusing on finding the right talents for technical and operatio

Team Background

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Meet the Team

Co-Founder

Iuliia Gorshkova

CEO (Chief Executive Officer)

8 years of experience

5 years in teaching (3000+ students), co-founder of 2 startups, PM Women in Tech, 15 years leading teams (2 own businesses + leadership in IT). Superpower: doing projects that help people

Co-Founder

Pavel Salovskii

CPO (Chief Product Officer)

15 years of experience

Generative AI Engineering Manager EPAM. Experience in IT 15+ years. Superpower - development of commercially viable AI products

Co-Founder

Dmitriy Blokhin

CTO (Chief Technology Officer)

10 years of experience

Led the development team Astral-Soft. Able to assemble teams that work independently and as productively as possible. Architect of high-load projects.

Co-Founder

Iuliia Gorshkova

CEO (Chief Executive Officer)

8 years of experience

5 years in teaching (3000+ students), co-founder of 2 startups, PM Women in Tech, 15 years leading teams (2 own businesses + leadership in IT). Superpower: doing projects that help people

Co-Founder

Pavel Salovskii

CPO (Chief Product Officer)

15 years of experience

Generative AI Engineering Manager EPAM. Experience in IT 15+ years. Superpower - development of commercially viable AI products

Co-Founder

Dmitriy Blokhin

CTO (Chief Technology Officer)

10 years of experience

Led the development team Astral-Soft. Able to assemble teams that work independently and as productively as possible. Architect of high-load projects.

Key metrics & Growth Rate

Revenue

Paid users

All users

Limited access

This data is under wraps

ABOUT

Traditional education tools are too slow for today’s fast-changing workforce needs. GradeBuilder empowers educators, experts, and organizations to create complete, structured online courses in minutes — no design or tech skills required.

Our proprietary AI engine generates course outlines, quizzes, and learning materials based on a simple prompt or document. With built-in monetization and corporate-ready deployment, we help companies train faster and individuals learn smarter.

Details

Industries

EdTech / Continuing Education

Artificial Intelligence

B2C SaaS

B2B SaaS

Hard Tech

Start date

11 Dec 2024

Name of legal entity

GradeBuilder S.L.

Incorporation date

11 Dec 2024

Company location

Spain

Country where most of the founders are currently located

Spain

Website

gradebuilder.tech

STARTUP READINESS LEVEL

6/9

Validating Product / Market

We're scaling our MVP testing, refining based on feedback, and beginning marketing strategies. Our focus is on quantifying market potential and conducting a comprehensive competitor analysis.

Business models

How we make money

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Opportunities

B2C (Business-to-Consumer)

Freemium Model

Software as a Service (SaaS)

Virtual Events and Webinars

business Readiness Level

7/9

Proven product/market fit and customer payment willingness.

We have achieved product/market fit, as demonstrated by the significant interest in our platform, with over 1,500 users signed up on our waiting list and €11,000 earned from early B2B clients for customized courses. This shows a clear willingness to pay for our services, confirming the demand for personalized, inclusive IT education solutions.

Our revenue projections are attractive, with a balanced B2C and B2B model. The initial sales and customer data validate that our business is on a path to becoming financially sustainable. We project significant scalability as we expand into new markets and continue to enhance our platform with AI and inclusive learning tools.

Marketing

Marketing strategy

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Channels

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customer Readiness Level

6/9

Product benefits validated via partnerships/customer tests.

We have successfully tested our platform with early users, validating its value and benefits. Over 1000 individuals have completed training on the platform, proving its effectiveness. Additionally, we’ve worked with several B2B clients, developing custom courses for a total of €11,000 in revenue. Our partnership with Women in Tech allows us to further expand our reach by supporting women transitioning into tech. We’ve initiated structured business development activities, with a clear roadmap for scaling into the Portuguese and Spanish-speaking markets, ensuring our growth trajectory remains strong.

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GradeBuilder

Spotlight

GradeBuilder is a founder-backed startup, currently raising $200K

The startup is in the validation stage and has onboarded early users

The company is focused on Europe: West and expanding into Europe: East & SE, Oceania, North America

Current funding round

Stage

Round size

Pre-money valuation

Investor equity

Revenue in the last 12 months

Valuation in 4 years

Instrument type

Growth Forecast

Pitch

Iuliia Gorshkova, CEO

Funding readiness level

2/9

Business concept detailed, funding needs and options outlined.

team Readiness Level

5/9

Core competencies covered in founding team.

Team Background

Background:

Meet the Team

Iuliia Gorshkova

Pavel Salovskii

Dmitriy Blokhin

Iuliia Gorshkova

Pavel Salovskii

Dmitriy Blokhin

Key metrics & Growth Rate

Revenue

Paid users

All users

ABOUT

Details

Industries

Start date

Name of legal entity

Incorporation date

Company location

Country where most of the founders are currently located

Website

STARTUP READINESS LEVEL

6/9

Validating Product / Market

Business models

How we make money

Opportunities

business Readiness Level

7/9

Proven product/market fit and customer payment willingness.

Marketing

Marketing strategy

Channels

customer Readiness Level

6/9

Product benefits validated via partnerships/customer tests.

Customers geography

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