Sam Chaudhary
Co-founder and CEO of ClassDojo, a multi-product education platform used in 95% of U.S. schools and over 180 countries globally to connect teachers, students, and families.
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Sep 3, 2025 • 1h 12min
Starting an education giant in a “bad market” | ClassDojo’s story | Sam Chaudhary (Co-founder and CEO)
Sam Chaudhary, co-founder and CEO of ClassDojo, dives into the fascinating journey of building a communication platform embraced by millions. He discusses why focusing on consumers—teachers, students, and parents—was pivotal for success. Sam shares insights on growing the platform through word-of-mouth and the importance of a founder's mindset. He emphasizes relentless resourcefulness as key to navigating challenges, highlights the evolution of their products, and explores unique innovations like a safe online space for children.
May 22, 2025 • 1h 4min
Week in Edtech 5/14/25: AI Lawsuits in Classrooms, Utah’s EdTech Surge, Youth Unemployment Rises, Google’s Gemini Targets Students, Corporate AI Layoffs Accelerate, Personalized Tutoring at Scale, and More! Feat. Sam Chaudhary of ClassDojo
Sam Chaudhary, Co-founder & CEO of ClassDojo, discusses the transformative role of AI in education, emphasizing personalized tutoring and gamified learning. He touches on the growing concerns over academic integrity and the effectiveness of AI tools like Google’s Gemini for students. Chaudhary also highlights Utah as an emerging edtech hub and addresses the challenges posed by rising youth unemployment linked to AI advancements. His insights underscore the importance of community building and adapting education to thrive in an AI-driven future.
Apr 4, 2025 • 54min
Building a Consumer Network First and Monetizing Later with ClassDojo's Sam Chaudhary
Sam Chaudhary, CEO of ClassDojo, discusses building a thriving educational platform used by over 50 million students. He reveals the unconventional strategy of focusing on consumer networks before monetization. Sam emphasizes the importance of viewing parents as primary customers and the profound impact of creating ‘cozy bubbles’ for children. The conversation dives into fostering independence, minimizing comparison, and leveraging the unique dynamics of small teams to enhance performance. His insights offer a fresh perspective on navigating and innovating in the education market.
