
Brightwheel
Valuation
$545M
2024 Revenue
$37.5M
Funding
$88.8M
YOY
74.7%
Team
498
Founded
2014
How Brightwheel CEO Dave Vasen grew Brightwheel to $37.5M revenue with a 498 person team in 2024.
Brightwheel is a mobile app that provides a range of tools for childcare providers, including daycare centers, preschools, and in-home daycare providers. The app includes features for communication, attendance tracking, photo sharing, and daily reports. Brightwheel's platform is designed to help childcare providers streamline their administrative tasks and improve communication with parents. Parents can use the app to receive real-time updates on their child's activities and receive messages from their childcare provider. The company was founded in 2014 and is headquartered in San Francisco, California. It has become a popular choice for childcare providers looking for an easy-to-use tool to manage their operations and communicate with parents.
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Brightwheel Revenue
In 2024, Brightwheel's revenue reached $37.5M. The company previously reported $21.5M in 2023. Since its launch in 2014, Brightwheel has shown consistent revenue growth.
| Year | Milestone |
|---|---|
| 2024 | Brightwheel Hit $37.5m revenue in October 2024 |
| 2023 | Brightwheel Hit $21.5m revenue in October 2023 |
| 2021 | Brightwheel Hit $13.8m revenue in February 2021 |
| 2014 | Launched with $0 revenue |
Brightwheel Valuation, Funding Rounds
Brightwheel reached a $545M valuation in 2021, set during its Series C round.
Brightwheel has raised $88.8M in total funding across 5 rounds, most recently a $55M Series C round in 2021.
| Year | Round | Amount | Valuation | % Sold |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | Series C | $55M | $545M | 10% |
| 2018 | Series B | $21M | - | - |
| 2017 | Series A | $10M | - | - |
| 2016 | Seed Round | $600K | - | - |
| 2015 | Seed Round | $2.2M | - | - |
Brightwheel Employees & Team Size
Brightwheel employs approximately 498 people as of 2026, up from 400 in 2023.
Brightwheel has 498 total employees in different roles and functions and 94 sales reps that carry a quota.
| Year | Milestone |
|---|---|
| 2024 | Reached 498 employees (December 2024) |
| 2024 | Reached 485 employees (September 2024) |
| 2023 | Reached 400 employees (October 2023) |
| 2023 | Reached 377 employees (September 2023) |
| 2023 | Reached 363 employees (January 2023) |
| 2022 | Reached 364 employees (October 2022) |
| 2022 | Reached 385 employees (January 2022) |
| 2021 | Reached 308 employees (December 2021) |
| 2021 | Reached 283 employees (August 2021) |
| 2021 | Reached 153 employees (February 2021) |
Founder / CEO
Q&A
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Customers
We do not have customer count information for Brightwheel yet.
Frequently Asked Questions about Brightwheel
What is Brightwheel's revenue?
Brightwheel generates $37.5M in revenue.
Who is the CEO of Brightwheel?
The CEO of Brightwheel is Dave Vasen.
How much funding does Brightwheel have?
Brightwheel raised $88.8M.
How many employees does Brightwheel have?
Brightwheel has 498 employees.
Where is Brightwheel headquarters?
Brightwheel is headquartered in San Francisco, California, United States.
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