babbel

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Babbel is a company developing a smart learning system for languages. It uses a mixture of methods combining classic, interactive pronunciation, grammar, and listening-comprehension exercises with authentic dialogues from everyday life.

TypePrivate
HQBerlin, DEMap
Websitebabbel.com
Employee Ratings3.3More
Overall CultureD-More
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Employees (est.) (Nov 2021)732
Job Openings50
Cybersecurity ratingCMore
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Key People/Management at babbel

Arne Schepker

Arne Schepker

Chief Executive Officer
Geoff Stead

Geoff Stead

Chief Product Officer
Deepa Miglani

Deepa Miglani

VP Performance Marketing
Julie Hansen

Julie Hansen

Chief Executive Officer US
Miriam Plieninger

Miriam Plieninger

VP Educational Strategy
Hermione McKee

Hermione McKee

Chief Financial Officer
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babbel Office Locations

babbel has offices in Berlin, New York and Palo Alto
Berlin, DE (HQ)
Max-Beer-Straße 2
Berlin, DE
2 Max-Beer-Straße
Berlin, DE
Charlottenburg
New York, NY, US
New York, NY, USA
Palo Alto, CA, US
1601 California Ave
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babbel Financials and Metrics

Summary Metrics

babbel total Funding

$33.3 m

babbel latest funding size

$22 m

Time since last funding

6 years ago

babbel investors

Nokia Growth Partners, Reed Elsevier Ventures, Scottish Equity Partners (SEP), Investment Bank of Berlin - VC Fonds, KIZOO, IBB Beteiligungsgesellschaft, VC Fonds Technologie Berlin, REV, Investitionsbank Berlin, European regional development fund (ERDF)
babbel's latest funding round in July 2015 was reported to be $22 m. In total, babbel has raised $33.3 m
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babbel Operating Metrics

babbel's Paying Subscribers was reported to be 3 m in Nov, 2018.
Y, 2016Nov, 2018

Paying Subscribers

1 m3 m
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babbel Acquisitions / Subsidiaries

Company NameDateDeal Size
LingoVenturaNovember 29, 2018

babbel Cybersecurity Score

Cybersecurity ratingPremium dataset

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76/100

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babbel Company Culture

  • Overall Culture

    D-

    57/100

  • CEO Rating

    F

    50/100

  • Compensation

    D-

    50/100

  • Diversity

    D

    57/100

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babbel News and Updates

November 15, 2021

Babbel is the language learning gold standard. And right now, it’s 40% off

TLDR: Babbel Language Learning and its world-renowned language training system is now 40 percent off. If you’re looking to stay sharp or to help keep the mind of someone you know and love honed and focused, you might want to seriously consider plunging into some language learning. A new study found …
September 15, 2021

Language Firm Babbel, Investors Seek Up to $374 Million in IPO

German Language Firm Babbel Seeks $224 Million in Market Debut
September 14, 2021

It’s your last shot at getting Babbel Language Learning at one of its lowest prices of the year

TLDR:  Created by over 100 expert linguists and instructors, the Babbel system drops you right into an immersive, practical method for learning the language of your choice. From challenging your mind to opening new professional opportunities to a deeper understanding of the world around us, there ar…
September 04, 2021

Babbel wants you to learn a new language — and they’re offering a deal over 60% off to get it done

TLDR: Babbel Language Learning is not only ready to teach you any of 14 different languages quickly, but it’s also at one of its lowest prices of the year. Humans have spent centuries teaching each other different languages. You’d think we’d get pretty good at it after a while, right? Well, we prett…
August 16, 2021

Babbel Language Learning is back — and now, you can learn 14 languages for the best price on the web

TLDR: Babbel can train you in 14 different languages to help take your career or your next overseas vacation to new heights. No matter where you go, there’s no real substitute for one-on-one communication. When you can talk with another person face-to-face, there are few situations that can’t get re…
May 20, 2021

Get lifetime access to Babbel Language Learning for $179, the lowest price on the web!

TLDR: Right now, you can train up in one of 14 of the world’s most popular languages with Babbel Language Learning, now at the lowest price on the web. Paris, Barcelona, Frankfurt, Athens, and Amsterdam. Those are the top five European flight destinations for travel-hungry Americans right now. And…
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babbel Blogs

December 08, 2021

What’s The Difference Between Translators And Interpreters?

Both jobs require moving information from one language to another, but they're not exactly the same. The post What’s The Difference Between Translators And Interpreters? appeared first on Babbel.
December 08, 2021

Which Holiday Movie From Around The World Should You Watch This Year?

Whether you want to practice a language or just want to see every holiday film ever made, here are five movies that are perfect for December. The post Which Holiday Movie From Around The World Should You Watch This Year? appeared first on Babbel.
December 07, 2021

5 Very Good, Very Specific Tips To Learn Danish

Danish isn't exactly a cakewalk when it comes to pronunciation, but here are some of my best pieces of advice for making the learning process easier. The post 5 Very Good, Very Specific Tips To Learn Danish appeared first on Babbel.
December 07, 2021

These Are The Most Mispronounced Words Of 2021

Words like "cheugy," "Shein" and "yassify" confounded people in the United States and United Kingdom. The post These Are The Most Mispronounced Words Of 2021 appeared first on Babbel.
December 06, 2021

11 Holiday Recipes From Around The World

Get in the holiday spirit by making one of these delicious Christmas, Hanukkah or New Year’s dishes from other countries. The post 11 Holiday Recipes From Around The World appeared first on Babbel.
December 03, 2021

How To Compliment Someone In German

Here's a primer on spreading good (gut?) vibes in German. The post How To Compliment Someone In German appeared first on Babbel.
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 babbel Frequently Asked Questions

  • Who are babbel key executives?

    babbel's key executives are Arne Schepker, Geoff Stead and Deepa Miglani.

  • How many employees does babbel have?

    babbel has 732 employees.

  • Who are babbel competitors?

    Competitors of babbel include Duolingo, Mrs Wordsmith and Mango Languages.

  • Where is babbel headquarters?

    babbel headquarters is located at Max-Beer-Straße 2, Berlin.

  • Where are babbel offices?

    babbel has offices in Berlin, New York and Palo Alto.

  • How many offices does babbel have?

    babbel has 5 offices.