Fluentify

Fluentify operates as an online language tutoring platform, originating from the firsthand experiences of its founders living abroad and recognizing the value of practicing with native speakers. Founded in February 2013 by Italian entrepreneurs Giacomo Moiso, Claudio Bosco, Matteo Avalle, and Andrea Passadori, the company launched its public beta in May of the same year. The founders' backgrounds are rooted in technology and business; Moiso holds a Master in Management from ESCP Europe and worked at a UK accelerator, while Avalle has a Ph.D. in Computer Engineering from Politecnico di Torino. The company is headquartered in London, with additional offices in Turin and Milan.

The firm initially targeted the B2C market, providing a platform for individuals to connect with vetted native-speaking tutors for 30-minute video sessions. A significant milestone occurred in 2015 when Fluentify expanded its services to the corporate sector with the launch of "Fluentify for Business," shifting its focus to become a key provider of professional language training for companies. This strategic pivot proved successful, and the company now serves over 450 corporate clients in Italy and abroad, helping their employees improve language skills in English, French, Spanish, German, and Italian. The business model for corporate clients involves creating tailored and flexible learning paths that align with employee needs and company objectives. Revenue is generated through these corporate training programs and from a service fee taken from the per-session payments on its individual user platform.

Fluentify's platform facilitates one-on-one lessons and offers "Blended Learning" solutions that combine live instruction with self-study materials through its "Academy" product, launched in 2019. A key differentiator is its rigorous tutor selection process; tutors must be native speakers, hold relevant teaching qualifications, and have at least two years of experience teaching adults, often with a business background. In March 2023, the EdTech company was acquired by Voxy, a US-based firm specializing in AI-powered English language training. This acquisition combines Voxy's AI-driven platform with Fluentify's multi-language tutoring expertise to offer a more comprehensive solution for corporate language programs globally.

Keywords: language learning, corporate training, online tutoring, EdTech, B2B, professional development, live instruction, native speakers, blended learning, Voxy