Mark Begert

About Mark Begert

I am the CEO and Co-founder of FabuLingua - a powerful new approach to language learning for children. Language isn\'t memorized. It\'s absorbed - through the power of story.FabuLingua is a story-based game that is the most effective way for teachers to teach and for kids to learn a second language. It\'s based on our science-backed patent that helps kids acquire new languages naturally and subconsciously - like their native language.Learning a new language opens doors in life. Our mission is to give children the unique advantage of learning a new language effectively.Our deep understanding of the science behind second language acquisition and what motivates children to learn a new language informs the design of our innovative pedagogy to spark a child\'s love for learning languages.Traditional early language learning methods have struggled to be effective and scalable, relying on outdated teaching methods - such as memorization and repetitive drills designed to pass exams - that quickly lead to disengagement and frustration among students.Neuroscience research has shown that the earliest stages of language learning are critical for long-term success. FabuLingua has designed an innovative, science-backed approach that focuses on making language learning fun and interactive, using game design and stories to help teachers, tutors, and families engage children and keep them motivated.By tapping into a child\'s natural curiosity and sense of play, this approach can create a positive association with language learning that can last a lifetime.Before FabuLingua, I have been a start-up to public company operations and finance executive specializing in early and growth stage challenges - business model definition, capital raising, go-to-market strategy, partnership/business development, and corporate transactions. I have led the growth and maturation of investor-backed companies in the technology, energy, and consumer sectors, raising $100 million + in angel, venture, and public equity for 3 companies. I have worked with private and public company executive teams, boards, and investors. I have a BA from Harvard and serve on the Board of start-up, coop, and non-profit organizations. I am fortunate to spend most of my time with my family of four, around interesting/fun/inspiring friends, and enjoying outdoors/sports/travel.

Experience

1. CEO

   Fabulingua

   Sep 2019 — Present · Austin, TX, US

   FabuLingua is building the future of language education for teachers and kids. Our platform makes it easy for language teachers, tutors, and families to engage and teach young kids through interactive stories, game design, and a patented learning method based on modern language learning science. Think Zelda meets Pokemon meets Duolingo.Our first-of-its-kind “Play to Learn” mobile game makes learning \"invisible\" while kids are having fun and engaged in the game and stories. FabuLingua supports teachers and tutors with fresh content and easy-to-use tools to guide and enrich instruction.

Education

• Harvard University

  Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Government and International Relations

  1990 — 1994

Skills

• Strategic Partnerships
• Private Equity
• Solar Energy
• Strategy
• Corporate Development
• Energy
• Photovoltaics
• Growth Strategies
• Business Strategy
• Alternative Energy
• Digital Media Services
• Capital Markets
• Early Stage Ventures
• Venture Capital
• Renewable Energy