Language-Learning App Babbel Hits One Million Customers
New York/Berlin (PRWEB) February 17, 2016 -- Babbel makes language learning easy and accessible to everyone. Now, having reached one million paying customers, the Berlin and New York-based startup is one step closer to becoming a household name. This is a major milestone for a company operating a premium-only business model. It's also significant for the online language-learning industry as a whole, as it signals a growing global trend for language learning. The news marks the first time the company has disclosed such numbers.
Further to this announcement is the publication of Fast Company’s Most Innovative Companies of 2016, a feature which highlights Babbel as one of the world’s leading innovators. Published annually, the index is widely considered to be an international who’s who of disruptive and creative organizations. Babbel also takes the top spot among the publication’s top 10 innovative companies in education. Babbel sets itself apart by pairing relevant content with proven methodology, enabling and inspiring users to converse in a new language right from the very first lesson.
“We’re very proud to be positively impacting the lives of so many people,” says Thomas Holl, Cofounder and President of Babbel, Inc. “And this latest recognition from Fast Company really reinforces the global relevance of online language learning. That said, we’re just beginning to scratch the surface of what’s possible.”
For Babbel, all signs point to continued product innovation and growth in 2016. The company, already synonymous with online language learning in much of Europe, is now targeting rapid expansion beyond its home markets. In support of this push, the management team has been bolstered with world-class talent in the form of Arne Schepker (CMO) and Martin Kuetter (COO).
Both new arrivals bring with them considerable experience: Schepker has previously served as VP of Brand Marketing at Zalando, prior to which he was leading marketing at P&G Switzerland. Kütter has more than 17 years of management experience, including time as COO of Delivery Hero and Telefonica Germany.
About Babbel
Since 2007, Babbel has made learning languages fun, easy and accessible to everyone. The market-leading app consists of high-quality courses available for iOS, Android and on the web. To get learners conversational fast, Babbel enables and encourages them to converse in their new language from very first lesson.
Babbel’s learning content is created by a professional team of educational experts, linguists and language teachers, specifically for each language and level of difficulty. The app is data-driven and learns constantly from actual use.
Babbel helps self-directed learners to discover a new language, and integrate it into their lives. It also motivates them to keep learning: the average customer continues with the app for more than 12 months. The company’s premium business model ensures an ad-free experience with the focus remaining squarely on content.
Currently, Babbel offers 14 learning languages from seven display languages that correspond to the native language of the learner. Over 400 people presently work from the company’s offices in New York and Berlin, representing 28 different nationalities between them.
For more information, visit http://www.Babbel.com
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