EdTech Mentor Interview
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General Overview

General Overview

edTech Mentor

What is the EdTech Mentor series?

The EdTech Mentor series is a community initiative by 27zero that features interviews with EdTech leaders, innovators, and influencers. The series shares lessons, experiences, and insights about EdTech sales, product development, and marketing with a broad audience across blogs, LinkedIn, and other media channels.

Who conducts the interviews?

Interviews are hosted by Carlos Márquez or Laureano Díaz, founders of 27zero and editors of the EdTech Mentor series.

How long is the interview?

The interview lasts approximately one hour.
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Number of Published Interviews: 46

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Interviewees' Positions

CEO, Founders, Co-Founders, Owners, Chief Executive Officer, Managing Director, Marketing Director, Sales and GTM, Chief Product Officer, Head of Marketing.

Companies Represented by Interviewees:

Open LMS, Anthology, Uplanner, Arizona State University, Blackboard, Instructure, Salesforce, Turnitin, Coursera, D2L, List Edtech, Scholarship Magic, Doctums, Ready Education, Empowerly, Doowii, Matilda, Student First, Invoke Learning, Griki, Koch EdTech Consulting, New Markets Venture Partners, Good Harbor Partners, Ready Education, Elsevie, Intel,  1EdTech Consortium, Academia by Serosoft, Re-Skilling.AI, Funexpected Math, StraighterLine.

Countries of Interviewees:

United States - Australia - Colombia - United Kingdom - Netherlands - Spain - Mexico - Canada - Germany - India

53% of interviewees are from the United States.
52% of interviewees are Founders, 15% are CEOs.
33% are Marketing and Sales Directors.

Distribution Channels and Reach:

LinkedIn: 1,016 followers and 607 LinkedIn newsletter subscribers. LinkedIn Ads: Audience of over 5,600 EdTech leaders.
Email Marketing: Newsletter with more than 7,000 subscribers from the EdTech sector.
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Names of All Published Interviews:

Lydia Winn - Julie Keller - Brian Finnerty - Joe Fisher - Maria Medrano - Arunabh Varma - Justin Vondra - Curtis Barnes - Natalia Pereldik - Burck Smith - Juan Pablo Delacroix - Glenda Morgan - Christine Lee - Jeff Rubenstein - Tiago Mateus - Carlos Marquez - Wesley Mathews - Brendan Aldrich - Jhonatan Fry - David Meek - Brad Koch - Sven Fund - Justin Menar - Linda Feng - Lynn Zingraf - Phil Hill - Stephanie Goldberg - Carolina Pintor - Audrey Masset - Raquel Gonzales - Rochelle Vincent - Phill Miller - Daniela López - Adrián Garza - Brad Schleicher - Frans Van Eck - Ana María Beleño - Griky - Los Nuñez - Sam Weber - Natasha Davidson - Jim Brigadier - Richard Hermann - Dominic García - David Yip - Mark Miller
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Preparation

How do I schedule my interview?

Once you express interest, we’ll ask for your availability and time zone to schedule a convenient slot.

Will I receive the questions beforehand?

Yes! A questionnaire tailored to your edition—Essentials, Founders, or investor—will be shared in advance so you can prepare.

What should I expect during the interview?

The interview includes:
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- Setup: A 10-minute prep to test audio/video and review the interview outline.
- Questions: Open-ended, conversational questions based on a pre-shared questionnaire.
- Recording: Video and audio clips may be used in the final article.

What platform is used for the recording?

We primarily use Riverside for high-quality video and audio. The meeting link will be shared in the invitation.

 How should I prepare for the recording?

- Use headphones to reduce background noise.
- Choose a quiet, distraction-free environment.
- Ensure a simple or professional background
- Use good lighting or natural light.Have a strong internet connection.
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Relax and be yourself!
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The
Interview

What will we discuss?

Topics focus on your experiences, insights, victories, and lessons learned in the EdTech space. We’ll explore subjects like student success, product development, leadership strategies, and more.

How should I dress for the interview?

Please wear professional attire as the video clips and illustrations may highlight your interview.
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Can I suggest specific topics to cover?

Absolutely! Let us know any specific topics or themes you'd like included, and we’ll incorporate them.

Post-Interview

What happens after the interview?

1. We’ll send you a draft of the article for review and feedback.
2. You’ll receive a Google Slides presentation of the custom illustration created to accompany your profile.
3. After your approval, the article will be published and promoted on 27zero’s channels.

Can I provide feedback on the draft or illustration?

Yes! Both the draft and illustration are shared with you for edits or suggestions before publication.

Where will my interview be shared?

Your interview will be published on our community blog, LinkedIn, and other media channels, targeting EdTech investors, corporates, and startups.

How do I maximize my interview’s reach?

We’ll share a guide with tips for promoting your interview on LinkedIn. Key actions include tagging @27zero, using the hashtag #EdTechMentor, and sharing the link with your network.

Can I continue working with 27zero after the interview?

Definitely! We’d love to explore future collaborations. We can discuss additional opportunities in a follow-up meeting.
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