Worldwise Education is a company that helps schools raise funds by selling student artwork on merchandise like greeting cards. They work with over 400 schools across 14 states. Products are sold through school fundraisers, retailers like Whole Foods, and their online store. Revenues have grown from $800k in 2008 to over $11M in 2011. They are seeking $2M to expand their school and retail channels and launch a new online marketplace for teachers called WExchange.com.
Hi, I’m CP, CEO of WE. Before I start, I would like to take a moment to say how honored I am to be among so many entrepreneurs and investors who each share a proactive empathy for social enterprise and finding market solutions to problems that affect us all one way or another. It’s inspiring to be among so many like-minded people and I appreciate the opportunity to describe our company. (next slide)