Jacob Kantor

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K12 AI & EdTech Sales Connector | Chief DODO - District Office Door Opener | Co-Founder of EDLIT | K12 District Sales & Go To Market | @ TRUCE Software
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Los Angeles, California, United States, United States
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🌟🌟🌟If you want to learn more about me, take a look at my recommendations – they come from former co workers, bosses & competitors in the Ed tech space 🤓My passion lies in leveraging the right connections to impact more students and districts, driving positive change in the educational landscape. Let's connect and explore opportunities to share the future of learning together. DMs always open.Consulting Clients Include, but aren't limited to - Stride K12, aiEDU, Outlier (sold to Savvas), Gladeo, Singleton Foundation for Financial Literacy and Entrepreneurship, Virtu Academy, IEP&me , Frenalytics , SlyngshotCo founder of EDLIT - Empowering Districts through Learning, Innovation, & TechnologyWe pair ed tech companies with district leaders for thoughtful conversations, not sales pitches, around how to better solutions for district needs.Podcast Episodes:Ed Tech Insiders episode with Ben Kornell/Alex Sarlin - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/week-in-edtech-01-24-2024-chegg-doulingo-coursera-stocks/id1592196859?i=1000643523845Ed Tech Sales & GTM Strategy Podcast - https://open.spotify.com/episode/6t8lhFb9KkH65bXOggwHef Learning Can't Wait Podcast https://www.podbean.com/ep/pb-y2fpj-15c80fe

Jacob Kantor's Current Company Details
TRUCE Software

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K12 AI & EdTech Sales Connector | Chief DODO - District Office Door Opener | Co-Founder of EDLIT | K12 District Sales & Go To Market |
Jacob Kantor Work Experience Details
  • Jk K12 Co
    Founder
    Jk K12 Co Jan 2020 - Present
    As a proven executive with over 15 years of educational experience in K-12 and Higher Education, I possess a deep understanding of the market and what drives it. Drawing on my unique background in the classroom, business, and policy, I have successfully led multiple organizations to increased revenue through strategic leadership and the delivery of innovative products and services.For the past two years, I have proudly partnered with up-and-coming ed tech organizations, providing them with valuable insights and expertise to develop successful sales strategies and go-to-market plans. As I look toward my next strategic partner, I am excited to bring my knowledge and skills to an organization that is committed to making a positive impact in education.Full-time Consulting Clients Include, but aren't limited to - Stride K12, aiEDU, Outlier (sold to Savvas), Gladeo, Singleton Foundation for Financial Literacy and Entrepreneurship, Virtu Academy, IEP&me , Frenalytics , SlyngshotPlease contact me at: thejacobkantor@gmail.com
  • Truce Software
    Consultant - K12 Districts + National Partnerships
    Truce Software Sep 2024 - Present
    Lisle, Illinois, Us
    ✨ Key Benefits of TRUCE Family ✨📱 Simple & Software-Based: An easy-to-implement solution for managing mobile phone use policies in schools.🏫 Effortless Policy Management: Helps schools quickly establish and maintain phone policies, lightening the load on staff.🌐 Access to Essential Resources: Ensures students have access to important tools like school websites, schedules, and assignments.🚫 Blocks Distractions: Keeps students focused by blocking non-educational apps, so they stay on track.📞 Emergency Ready: Allows crucial communication with parents or caregivers when it’s really needed.👪 Parental Involvement: Encourages parents to teach responsible phone use, with modes designed for homework 📚 and, as an add-on option, safe driving 🚗!“We are proud to lend our expertise and technology to address this educational and mental health crisis,” said Erik Hällström, CEO of TRUCE Software. “Schools and parents face overwhelming pressure to restrict harmful phone use and preserve its advantages. TRUCE’s market-leading solution helps establish a compromise.”
  • Edlit: Empowering Districts Through Learning, Innovation, & Technology
    Co-Founder
    Edlit: Empowering Districts Through Learning, Innovation, & Technology Nov 2023 - Present
    EDLIT’s Mission: At the core of EDLIT lies the conviction that education technology flourishes best when informed by the expertise of those in the educational field. Our aim is to foster early-stage dialogue, champion innovation, and ensure that every student has the chance to benefit from technology that stems from real, lived educational experiences.Shape Education for the Better: By aligning with EDLIT, you play a part in shaping an inclusive and forward-thinking educational landscape. We’re ready to welcome you into a partnership that transforms the future of learning.
  • Asu+Gsv Air Show
    Asu Gsv Air Council
    Asu+Gsv Air Show Nov 2023 - Present
    https://www.asugsvsummit.com/airshow/council
  • Interlock Capital
    Venture Partner
    Interlock Capital Mar 2020 - Present
    Encinitas, Ca, Us
    Interlock Capital is a community-driven angel syndicate and VC fund.
  • National Association For College Admission Counseling
    La Nacac Workshop Chair
    National Association For College Admission Counseling Apr 2013 - Present
    Arlington, Va, Us
  • Best Realty & Investments
    Real Estate Investor / Realtor / Landlord
    Best Realty & Investments Jan 2011 - Present
    Real estate has been a long-standing passion of mine, leading me to obtain my real estate license in California in 2011. Over the years, I have assisted friends and family in their buying and selling endeavors, leveraging my expertise in the local market to help them make informed decisions.In addition to my professional pursuits, my wife and I have also invested in several properties throughout Los Angeles, giving us firsthand experience with property management and investment strategies.
  • Singleton Foundation For Financial Literacy And Entrepreneurship
    Consultant - K12 Districts + National Partnerships
    Singleton Foundation For Financial Literacy And Entrepreneurship Feb 2024 - Sep 2024
    Pasadena, California, Us
    Tasked with helping the team expand outreach efforts to K12 Districts across the US. The mission of the Singleton Foundation For Financial Literacy & Entrepreneurship is to make financial competence fun and engaging for everyone by using the power of entertainment to capture attention, create change, promote entrepreneurship and to inspire individual achievement. The Singleton Foundation believes economic freedom and financial empowerment is achievable by all. Our programs are designed to inspire, entertain and transform money talk from boring and taboo to something compelling and socially relevant. We believe that in this way we can empower individuals to take charge of their financial future with confidence
  • Slyngshot
    Strategic Advisor - K12 Districts + National Partnerships
    Slyngshot Feb 2024 - Sep 2024
    Tasked with helping the team expand outreach efforts to K12 Districts across the US.
  • Gladeo
    Strategic Advisor - K12 Districts + National Partnerships
    Gladeo Feb 2024 - Jul 2024
    Santa Monica, Ca, Us
    Gladeo Inc. is a benefit corporation with a mission to build a more inclusive, equitable, and prepared workforce of the future. Gladeo provides configurable inclusive, storytelling career navigation platforms and career/industry related e-courses to high schools, workforce/job agencies, non-profits, community colleges and universities. For more information about Gladeo, please go to our website at www.gladeo.org.
  • Aiedu.Org
    Consultant - K12 School Districts
    Aiedu.Org Apr 2023 - Apr 2024
    San Francisco, Ca, Us
    Tasked with working on strategic projects with the AIEDU leadership team, such as large district partnerships and large organization partnerships, to maximize educator/student impact.The AI Education Project (aiEDU.org) is a non-profit working to scale equitable AI literacy and workforce readiness to untapped communities across America. Our funders include The Patrick J. McGovern Foundation, Google, NVIDIA, AT&T, Intel, GitHub, Booz Allen Hamilton, GitHub, Akamai, Postmates, LendingClub, and J.M. Smucker Co., among many others.Board members include Marcus Brauchli, former Executive Editor of The Washington Post, and Tiffany Taylor, Chief Impact and People Officer and Partner at GSV Ventures.
  • Virtu.Academy
    Consultant - K12 Gtm
    Virtu.Academy Jan 2023 - Mar 2024
    Washington, Dc, Us
    I work with both founders to deepen knowledge on the K12 GTM Strategy and different state aligned projects focusing on State Funding aligned to music and arts programs.
  • Stride, Inc.
    Consultant - K12 Schools Districts
    Stride, Inc. Nov 2022 - Feb 2024
    Herndon, Virginia, Us
  • Stride Learning Solutions
    Consultant - K12 District Gtm / Orgs Gtm
    Stride Learning Solutions Nov 2022 - Feb 2024
    Reston, Virginia, Us
    Tasked with bringing the Stride Learning Hub (https://learninghub.com/) to the B2B market, including defining the ideal customer profile, researching competitors, developing messaging, providing product feedback to the Product Development team, choosing tactics and setting targets.
  • Outlier.Org
    Consultant - K12 School Districts
    Outlier.Org Apr 2023 - Jan 2024
    Brooklyn, New York, Us
    Tasked with working on strategic projects to bring dual enrollment and certificate programs to districts nationwide by cultivating partnerships with both school districts and organizations that serve large student bases.Outlier (from the co-founder of MasterClass) has developed high-quality, university-level courses, taught online by some of the most celebrated educators in their respective fields. Our courses employ engaging content and cutting-edge educational technology to create an immersive, student-friendly learning experience. Outlier is reimagining higher education as a resource that is accessible, equitable, and affordable for everyone.
  • On Deck
    Ed Tech Fellowship - On Deck Ed Tech Cohort 2 (Odet2)
    On Deck Jan 2022 - Aug 2023
    San Francisco, California, Us
    As a member of a dynamic EdTech community, I collaborated with fellow founders, investors, and operators to explore and exchange ideas on the future of education technology. This passionate group of 250 leaders met weekly to discuss the most pressing issues in education, including topics such as sales, product management, state education policy, and more. Together, we shared our diverse perspectives and experiences to drive innovation and improve outcomes for learners of all ages.
  • Spark Education
    Us Gtm Advisor
    Spark Education Apr 2022 - Apr 2023
    Singapore, Sg
    As a US GTM Consultant for Spark Education, I had the opportunity to lead the launch of two innovative products in the US market: Allschool and Spark Math. Allschool (www.allschool.com) is a comprehensive online platform that offers a variety of educational resources and tools for K-12 students, parents, and educators. Spark Math (www.sparkmath.com) is a unique math program that leverages the power of technology to engage students and make learning more interactive and enjoyable.In my role, I played a critical role in developing and executing the go-to-market strategy for these products. I worked closely with the Spark Education team to identify key target audiences, establish pricing and packaging, create marketing collateral, and develop sales enablement materials. Through my efforts, we were able to successfully launch these products and generate significant revenue for the company.Overall, my experience with Spark Education allowed me to hone my skills in product management, sales, and marketing. I am proud of the impact that I was able to make in this role and look forward to continuing to drive innovation and growth in the edtech industry.
  • Varsity Tutors, A Nerdy Company
    Director Of Educational Partnerships (1St Hire On The Vt4S Team)
    Varsity Tutors, A Nerdy Company Apr 2021 - Apr 2022
    St. Louis, Mo, Us
    As the first hire on the Varsity Tutors 4 Schools side of Varsity Tutors, I was instrumental in driving the company's growth from a private to a public entity. Leading a highly effective team, we secured $10 million in district contracts within the first six months of operation.My personal contribution to this success was significant, as I personally sold $4.25 million of the $10 million in district contracts. This accomplishment is a testament to my sales and leadership skills, as well as my deep understanding of the K-12 market.I am proud to have played a pivotal role in Varsity Tutors' success and am excited to continue making an impact in the education industry.
  • Collegewise
    National Director Of School & Community Partnerships
    Collegewise Feb 2020 - May 2021
    Newport Beach, California, Us
    As the National Director of Partnerships, I work collaboratively with schools and school districts to design and implement programs that advance identified goals for students and parents. My partnerships with counselors, DOE/COE, and district leaders enable me to deliver impactful programming that makes a difference.In 2020, my team and I quickly pivoted and shifted all of our programs to a webinar format. This allowed us to continue providing valuable programming to families, despite the challenges of the pandemic. What we did not anticipate was the impact that this shift would have - we were able to reach and impact even more families online than we could in person.I am proud to have been a part of this successful pivot and am excited to continue delivering innovative programming solutions that drive results for students, parents, and school districts.
  • Horizon Education
    National Director Of State Partnerships
    Horizon Education Aug 2019 - Feb 2020
    Atlanta, Georgia, Us
  • Revolution Prep
    Director Of School Partnerships
    Revolution Prep Sep 2016 - Jul 2019
    Los Angeles, California, Us
    As a seasoned sales professional with a deep understanding of the education market, I am skilled in managing the end-to-end process of securing new partnerships on the West Coast. This includes identifying prospects, setting up initial meetings, onboarding schools, developing promotional plans, and maintaining relationships to drive long-term success.Working closely with the VP of Sales and the leadership team, I play a key role in implementing product changes, developing growth strategies, and setting revenue goals. My ability to think strategically and execute tactically has resulted in significant revenue growth and successful partnerships with schools and school districts across the West Coast.I am deeply committed to the belief that every child has the potential for academic success. That's why I am proud to work for Revolution, where our curriculum is built on a growth mindset that empowers students to believe in their ability to improve and grow.
  • C2 Education
    Director Of Sales And Business Development
    C2 Education Sep 2012 - Aug 2016
    Duluth, Georgia, Us
    As a skilled public outreach professional, I have successfully directed efforts to increase awareness of C2 Education's services and presence across local schools, businesses, and various associations. By working closely with key stakeholders, I have effectively promoted our educational solutions and helped to increase enrollment across various markets.During my tenure, I had the privilege of working with 150+ private and public schools throughout Los Angeles and Ventura counties, building meaningful relationships with educators, administrators, and parents to help meet the unique needs of each student. I also managed 10+ centers in my territory, including locations in Los Angeles, Brentwood, Palos Verdes, Torrance, Northridge, Thousand Oaks, Calabasas, Valencia, Monrovia, and La Crescenta, to ensure seamless operations and exceptional customer service.I am passionate about making a difference in the lives of students and believe that education is the key to unlocking their full potential. At C2 Education, I was able to put my expertise to work and help shape the next generation of learners.
  • Mcgraw-Hill: Education
    Educational Publishing Sales Associate
    Mcgraw-Hill: Education Jan 2008 - Sep 2012
    Singapore, Sg
    As a recent college graduate, I landed my first job as a Southern California Sales Rep, where I played a pivotal role in helping school districts and individual school sites with their purchase needs and implementation of educational materials.During my time there, I was instrumental in assisting the Los Angeles Unified School District (LAUSD) with the purchase of Language Arts adoption, the largest educational adoption purchase since the 2002 language arts state adoption. LAUSD has over 550 elementary schools that received the Treasures Language Arts Program. Additionally, I was responsible for training elementary teachers on the new language arts curriculum.My territory included Ventura, Los Angeles, and San Bernadino counties, and I was also involved in textbook adoptions in California. It was a fulfilling experience that provided me with invaluable knowledge and skills that I carry with me to this day.
  • Los Angeles Unified School District
    Youth Services After School Program Director
    Los Angeles Unified School District Jun 2002 - Jun 2006
    Los Angeles, Ca, Us
  • Pi Kappa Alpha
    President (S.M.C)
    Pi Kappa Alpha 2006 - 2006
    Memphis, Tn, Us
    As the leader of a social non-profit fraternity with 50 members, I was responsible for overseeing a wide range of activities that focused on social, community service, school-related, scholarship, and brotherhood events. Through my leadership, I shaped the future leaders of the fraternity and contributed to the overall growth of members as prominent members of society. My efforts helped to strengthen the fraternity and advance its mission to make a positive impact on the community.

Jacob Kantor Skills

Sales Marketing Account Management Public Speaking Business Development Leadership Teaching Community Outreach Training Nonprofits Customer Service Staff Development Event Planning Social Media Marketing Communications Advertising Tutoring Research Curriculum Design Strategic Planning Microsoft Office Editing Social Networking Outside Sales Powerpoint Marketing Strategy Cold Calling Public Relations Team Building Consulting Salesforce.com Social Media Marketing Negotiation Elementary Education Microsoft Excel Publishing B2b Academic Publishing Outlook Educational Technology K 12 Education Educational Consulting Online Marketing Sales Operations Non Profits Blogging Competitive Analysis Sales Management Sales Presentations Textbooks

Jacob Kantor Education Details

  • Ucla
    Ucla
    School Counseling And Guidance Services - College & Career
  • California State University, Northridge
    California State University, Northridge
    Communication Studies
  • Granada Hills High School
    Granada Hills High School
    High School Degree

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