Clasp
Ashley Bittner is a seasoned investment professional currently serving as Managing Partner at Kalos Ventures since May 2024, focusing on early-stage tech investments led by purpose-driven founders. Bittner holds multiple board positions, including Director roles at TRANSFR Inc., Tilt, Inclusively, and Mirza, with a strong track record in leading Series A and Seed+ rounds. Additional investment involvement includes current stakes in Degreed, Hone, Braintrust, and Podium Education. Bittner's academic background includes an M.B.A. from The Wharton School, an MPA from Harvard Kennedy School, and a Bachelor’s Degree from the University of Florida, complemented by studies in history, political science, economics, and Latin American studies.
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Clasp
🚀 Company Overview 🚀 Clasp (formerly Stride Funding) is a venture-based, mission-driven fintech headquartered in Boston, MA. We are revolutionizing the way employers attract and retain critical talent in hard-to-hire fields—while simultaneously tackling the student debt crisis. (Yep, we think BIG.) 👋 Who We Are 👋 A Forbes Fintech 50 and SHRM-backed company, Clasp is driven by impact. By enabling employers to invest in future talent where it matters most—easing overwhelming student debt—our platform creates lasting bonds between employers and employees. We believe that when employers have a stake in the cost of education, we can create a more sustainable, equitable, and skilled workforce. We strive to be: 🟣 Outcomes driven 🟣 Student centric 🟣 Data inspired 🟣 Team oriented 🟣 Committed to doing the right thing