Overview
Andrew Cohen is the Founder & CEO of Brainscape[1], a learning platform that applies cognitive science principles including active recall, metacognition, cognitive load theory, and spaced repetition[2]. Cohen has held the position since 2010[3] and has also served as a Startup Mentor since 2016[4]. Prior experience includes roles as an Instructor at General Assembly from 2011 to 2019[5], a Startup Mentor at Techstars from 2013 to 2015[7], and positions in educational technology and international development, including work as an eLearning & Management Consultant at Satori Consulting from 2008 to 2010[8], an eLearning Analytics Consultant at the United Nations from 2007 to 2008[9], and an Economic Development Specialist at the World Bank from 2006 to 2007[10]. Cohen holds a Master's degree in Education Technology from Columbia University[11] and a BBA in Economics and Finance from the University of Georgia[12].
Profile introduction
I help people learn faster. Brainscape is the engine, and cognitive science is the fuel. Brainscape applies cognitive science principles like active recall, metacognition, cognitive load theory, and spaced repetition to help people study smarter and remember longer. We’ve helped millions of users crush exams, accelerate career growth, and even tackle quirky personal goals like becoming the funniest person at the party. But here’s the thing: building a company isn’t just about fancy algorithms or buzzwords. It’s about systems thinking—creating processes that scale, obsessing over user experie…
Career history
- Founder & CEO2010 to presentBrainscape
- Startup Mentor2016 to presentStarted
- Instructor2011 to 2019General Assembly
- Guest Contributor2014 to 2017Entrepreneur Media
- Startup Mentor2013 to 2015Techstars
- eLearning & Management Consultant2008 to 2010Satori Consulting
- eLearning Analytics Consultant2007 to 2008United Nations
- Economic Development Specialist2006 to 2007The World Bank
Education
Masters, Education Technology2007 - 2008Columbia University
- BBA; BBA, Economics; Finance1999 - 2003The University of Georgia
- Lassiter High School
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