The new focus on investing in students, professionals, and our global workforce is rapidly transforming and redefining the education industry in countless positive ways. Learners at every level of education, from pre-school to college and skills-based to corporate learning, are adopting innovative solutions faster than many other industries. Education technology is now more than a $250 billion dollar market. Advanced content creation, digital delivery, skills/competency targeted education are driving rapid skills and productivity gains. Coupled with powerful analytics and demonstrable outcomes customers can effectively measure the positive impact on their learners. We believe Education Technology is positioned for stable, long-term growth.
Areas of Focus
• Authoring Tools/Content Development
• Corporate Learning & Development
• Skills-Based Training
• Assessment & Evaluation
• Learning Platforms
• Professional Certifications
Investment Criteria
What We Offer
Doug Krebs
(816) 236-6214
Doug Krebs is Operating Partner for BERKS Group, responsible for investments and operations in our Education Technology business. He recently spent 4 years at Ascend Learning responsible for their Health and Wellness businesses. His career included 14 years with Cerner Corporation including being President of Cerner Global based in Europe and a member of the executive cabinet. Earlier in his career he spent 15 years with IBM in a variety of executive positions. Doug is active in mentoring entrepreneurial organizations including sitting on several Board of Directors and was an executive at the Ewing Marion Kauffman Foundation which is focused on global entrepreneurship. Doug’s hobbies include road biking, boating and travel.