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Guild raises $2M in Pre-Token funding, backed by Capital Factory, Polygon, and ex-Meta leaders, to expand operations and development efforts.

PRIVATEAug 27, 2025•12 months ago

Amount Raised

$2 Million

Round Type

Seed

Londonhigher education

Investors

Ex Meta LeadersPolygonCapital Factory

Description

Guild, an Austin, TX-based provider of a platform designed to return ownership to artists and creators, raised $2M in Pre-Token funding. Backers included Capital Factory, Polygon, and ex-Meta leaders. The company intends to use the funds to expand operations and its development efforts. Led by Founder and CEO Phillip Rather, Guild is focused on empowering artists and creators.

Company Information

Company

Guild

Location

370 17th St

London, England, United Kingdom

About

Guild, based in Denver, Colorado, specializes in education-as-a-benefit solutions for employers, particularly Fortune 1000 companies. The company offers a Career Opportunity Platform that connects employees with a curated marketplace of degree programs, certificates, boot camps, and other learning opportunities. This platform facilitates direct payments from employers to educational institutions, helping to eliminate financial barriers for employees. Founded in 2015, Guild partners with major employers like Walmart, Target, and The Walt Disney Company to create tailored education-to-career pathways. Their services include personalized coaching, tuition assistance, and strategic program design to align education benefits with workforce development goals. Guild also utilizes AI for workforce analysis and talent insights, helping employers identify skill gaps and enhance their talent strategies. Recently, Guild expanded its offerings by acquiring Nomadic Learning and introducing AI training for frontline workers, further supporting employee growth and development.

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