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Udemy, Inc. (Nasdaq: UDMY) is a renowned global marketplace dedicated to online learning and teaching. The platform connects more than 24 million students with an extensive library of over 80,000 courses, delivered by expert instructors in more than 50 languages. Udemy caters to both professional development and personal enrichment needs, offering self-paced, on-demand courses that enable learners to master new skills at their convenience.
For enterprises, Udemy for Business provides a subscription-based service that grants access to a diverse range of business-relevant courses. Companies can also use the platform to host and distribute their own training content. This dual offering positions Udemy at the center of a dynamic knowledge network, facilitating effective skill acquisition and development with exceptional flexibility.
The company operates under two primary segments: Consumer and Enterprise, with the latter generating the majority of its revenue. Geographically, North America represents Udemy's largest revenue source. Leveraging cutting-edge technology, data insights, and an intelligent skills platform, Udemy ensures a superior learning experience for individuals and organizations alike.
Recent Achievements and Projects:
- Launch of new offerings aimed at bridging skills gaps more swiftly and enhancing learning outcomes.
- Authorization of a $100 million share repurchase program, reflecting strong confidence in the company’s future prospects by the Board and management.
- Insightful reports highlighting emerging trends and demands in technical and business skills among nearly 16,000 Udemy Business customers globally.
Financial Performance:
In the first quarter of 2024, Udemy exceeded its financial guidance for both the top and bottom lines. The company reported significant progress in establishing its Intelligent Skills Platform, which facilitates personalized and immersive learning experiences. Udemy also expanded its share repurchase program by an additional $50 million, underscoring its commitment to shareholder value and long-term growth.
Strategic Partnerships: Udemy partners with various industry leaders, including Fender, Glassdoor, On24, The World Bank, and Volkswagen, to provide comprehensive learning solutions that meet evolving workplace demands.
Headquartered in San Francisco, Udemy maintains offices in diverse locations such as Dublin, Ireland; Ankara, Turkey; and São Paulo, Brazil, ensuring a global reach and presence.
Udemy, a prominent online learning platform, will participate in two key investor conferences in June 2024. The company will present at the William Blair Annual Growth Stock Conference on June 5 at 10:40 a.m. PT / 1:40 p.m. ET and the BofA Securities Global Technology Conference on June 6 at 9:20 a.m. PT / 12:20 p.m. ET. Both events will be webcast live and accessible through Udemy's investor relations website, with replays available for 90 days.
Udemy (Nasdaq: UDMY) has appointed Rob Rosenthal as Chief Revenue Officer (CRO) effective June 3, 2024. Rosenthal, with over 25 years of software industry experience, will lead Udemy Business, focusing on global enterprise sales strategy and sustainable growth. He previously served as CRO at Bloomreach, where he tripled revenue, and held senior roles at Adobe and SAP, driving significant revenue growth. Udemy aims to leverage Rosenthal's expertise to expand market presence and capture growth opportunities amid increasing global demand for workforce skill development.
Udemy (Nasdaq: UDMY) announced that CEO Greg Brown and CFO Sarah Blanchard will participate in a fireside chat at the J.P. Morgan Annual Global Technology, Media and Communications Conference. The session will occur on May 21, 2024, at 11:25 a.m. PT / 2:25 p.m. ET and will be webcast live. Investors can access the webcast via the 'Events & Presentations' section on Udemy's investor relations website. The webcast will be archived for 30 days post-event.
Udemy, the leading online skills marketplace, reported a 24% revenue growth year-over-year with more than 16,000 enterprise customers globally. The company also expanded its share repurchase program to $150 million. Despite a decrease in net loss and strong revenue growth, the consumer segment revenue declined by 2% year-over-year. Udemy's Board of Directors authorized an additional $50 million for the share repurchase program, emphasizing the company's commitment to growth and shareholder returns.