Chris McCarthy, Founder of Degreed

Chris McCarthy is the founder of Degreed. Degreed has raised $153M in total funding. Latest round: Series D. Backed by Sapphire Ventures, Riverwood Capital.

About Chris McCarthy

Chris McCarthy was the CEO of Degreed, an upskilling platform that helps companies retain, reskill, and develop employees. During his three-and-a-half-year tenure as CEO, Degreed experienced significant growth, with a 76% compound annual revenue growth and an 800% increase in enterprise value. He transitioned from the CEO role due to a chronic back issue but remains in a strategic advisory capacity and on Degreed’s Board of Directors. In April 2021, Degreed raised $153 million in Series D funding, valuing the company at $1.4 billion.

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