Building a High-Impact EdTech Venture from Alabama: QuantHub CEO Interview
In a recent interview, Sramana Mitra sat down with Josh Jones, CEO of QuantHub, to discuss the impact of their platform on students and the education industry. Let's dive into the details of their conversation:
Assessment and Upskilling
In a recent interview, Sramana Mitra sat down with Josh Jones, CEO of QuantHub, to discuss the impact of their platform on students and the education industry. Let's dive into the details of their conversation:
Assessment and Upskilling
Sramana started by inquiring about the performance of students on the platform. Josh mentioned that out of the 10,000 students, 581 were performing at high levels in the last semester. While not all students had internships, the program was expanding, with 25 interns in the pilot program last year and plans to scale up to 35 in the coming year.
Josh highlighted the importance of upskilling as a significant revenue source for QuantHub, surpassing the assessment business. With a focus on content marketing, SEO, and thought leadership, the company has been able to reach teachers effectively.
Additionally, their participation in various conferences and events has raised awareness about their offerings.
The Evolution to EdTech
Sramana and Josh delved into the complexities of the EdTech market and the shift from a SaaS business to an EdTech-focused model. Josh shared his passion for the field, emphasizing the impact of generative AI and the need to adapt to the changing landscape of job roles.
As the conversation progressed, they explored the future of education in the face of automation and AI-driven coding. Josh underscored the importance of teaching problem-solving skills and the potential for entrepreneurship in the evolving tech ecosystem.
The Road Ahead
Reflecting on the interview, Sramana acknowledged the transformative potential of technology in education and the democratization of entrepreneurship.
Josh highlighted the exponential growth enabled by generative AI and the opportunities it presents for businesses and individuals.
As QuantHub navigates the dynamic EdTech landscape, the focus remains on equipping students and professionals with skills that align with the demands of a rapidly evolving job market.
For more insights from the interview series, you can access the previous parts here.
