Introduction

We’re thrilled to announce the merger of EntryLevel and HEX, combining our strengths and aligning our missions to empower the next generation of learners and professionals globally.

This collaboration brings together HEX’s expertise in creating seriously fun innovation, entrepreneurship, and employability-focused education with an entry-level direction on reskilling and meaningful career development. As a team, we aim to deliver unparalleled learning experiences that transform lives and close the global employability gap.

Aligned Mission

• EntryLevel: To empower 1B people to discover, reskill into, and nurture a meaningful career. EntryLevel was set up with one goal: to help people find meaningful employment. Whether you are someone entering the workforce for the first time and are uncertain of how to proceed, or if you have worked in a role for years and want to find that new job - EntryLevel is here to help.
• ‍HEX: Help future generations get ready for the exponential future and close the employability gap. We specialise in fun, academically-aligned program design and delivery. Our content covers employability, innovation, entrepreneurship, futurist mindsets, soft skills and global leadership. To date, we’ve helped over 9000 young professionals enter the future workplace of their dreams, creating a global impact they want to see in the world.

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By combining our missions, we strengthen our shared commitment to equipping learners with the tools, knowledge, and confidence to thrive in the evolving global job market.

Through this merger, talented co-founders in the edtech space will join forces, creating powerful synergies and paving the way for a new era of education. Led by Jeanette Cheah, CEO & Co-Founder of HEX, multi-award winning leader (Australian Top 100 Innovator by The Australian, Ecosystem Hero of the Year for her global advocacy of Victorian startups by Governor of Victoria and Entrepreneurial Winning Women Oceania by EY) and Forbes 30 under 30 alumni, Ajay, CEO & Co-Founder of EntryLevel. Alongside other Co-Founders; Jaclyn Benstead (New Markets at HEX), Chris Hoffmann (Partnerships & Operations at HEX) and Rene (CTO at EntryLevel).

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“HEX is known for its seriously fun online courses and life-changing global study programs, and now, with EntryLevel’s AI-driven platform and aligned team, we can deliver impactful education on a much larger scale,” said Jeanette Cheah, CEO and Co-Founder of HEX. “Together, we can prepare the workforce for an exponentially-changing world – by deploying HEX’s Exponential Intelligence™ capabilities framework and keeping learners’ career dreams at the centre of everything we do.”

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Since its founding in 2020, EntryLevel has attracted over 235,000 signups, with people globally choosing to reskill and find meaningful work through their AI-powered platform. “At EntryLevel, we’ve thought about how education scales from day one. It’s not enough to just have great content. We’ve also been focused on building affordable courses that people actually finish ,” said Ajay Prakash, CEO and Co-Founder of EntryLevel. “Joining forces with HEX felt like a natural fit to blend two very complementary models.”

From classroom to career: A new era of accessibility and flex-learning

This partnership will empower individuals across the entire learning journey—from high school students discovering their impact potential to seasoned professionals seeking to upskill and advance their careers.

With a broader offer of delivery formats, including online, blended, and on-demand options, learners can now access high-quality futuristic skills whenever and wherever it suits them best. This flexibility not only accommodates busy schedules but also empowers individuals to learn at their own pace, fostering a more personalised and engaging learning experience.‍

1. ‍Expanded Course Library: HEX will now include a wider range of digital programs, incorporating EntryLevel’s impactful tech courses, which are perfect for anyone looking to level up their next move. These courses include topics such as Data Analysis, Product Management, UX Design, Venture Capital, Python and more.‍
2. Current and Impact-Driven Learning: We will continue delivering the latest innovations in education and technology, ensuring our content remains relevant, impactful, and aligned with real-world demands. By equipping learners with the skills to navigate emerging technologies such as artificial intelligence (AI), along with fostering innovation and global leadership abilities, we strive to make the future of work more accessible.‍
3. Global Reach: With a flexible digital learning model, our goal is to scale our impact globally, empowering learners and delivering to partners in Vietnam, China, India, New Zealand, Nigeria, and beyond.‍
4. AI in the DNA: We’ll responsibly and cleverly deploy AI as both a skill worth learning, as well as a tool that helps us customise and improve the efficiency of programs.‍
5. Our Commitment to Learners: Our learners remain at the heart of everything we do. We are dedicated to expanding opportunities for students and professionals while maintaining high standards of program quality, accessibility, and a whole lot of fun!

The global impact on the next generation of leaders

This acquisition signifies the continuity commitment to investing in the future leaders across the world. By empowering individuals with the knowledge, skills, and mindset to lead effectively in a complex and rapidly changing world, EntryLevel and HEX are not only shaping the future of our organisations but also contributing to a more positive and sustainable future for all.

• Over 280,000 students have signed up and enrolled in EntryLevel and HEX experiences
• 97% of alumni gained new workplace skills that were not gained through their formal education
• 92% of alumni report increased personal & professional confidence
• 78% of HEX alumni reported financial improvements after HEX
• Learners from over 15 countries

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If you have further questions regarding the acquisition, visit our FAQs here or send us an enquiry at hello@startwithhex.com.