InStride

InStride (operating at instride.com) is a workforce development and education platform engineered for bridging the skills gap between employers and employees. Founded in 2019 as a collaboration between Arizona State University (ASU) and The Rise Fund—a global impact investing initiative—InStride redefines corporate education by embedding scalable learning solutions directly into workplace ecosystems. Unlike traditional tuition reimbursement models, InStride partners with leading employers and universities to design customizable programs, ensuring seamless integration with workforce needs. Under the hood, the platform leverages adaptive learning pathways, virtual therapy extensions (via InStride Health), and employer-academia partnerships to deliver flexible, high-impact education. This allows businesses to upskill their teams while addressing talent shortages, while employees gain accessible, career-aligned credentials without disruption. Backed by TPG’s The Rise Fund, InStride has scaled to serve over 1.5 million employees across 80+ organizations, emphasizing measurable social impact alongside revenue growth.