Xogos Gaming Receives Digital Sandbox KC Funding to Revolutionize Education Through Gaming
Xogos Gaming, a company based in Liberty, Missouri, has been selected to receive funding from Digital Sandbox KC, a program that supports innovative startups in the Kansas City area. This funding is part of a broader initiative to bolster technological advancement and entrepreneurship in the region.
Xogos Gaming is dedicated to transforming education by combining the excitement of gaming with the power of personalized learning. The company’s mission is to engage students using a gaming platform that offers educational games, safe social interactions, and a unique reward system. This approach aims to make learning a captivating adventure, equipping students for life and extending the path to higher education for all.
The funding from Digital Sandbox KC will provide Xogos Gaming with up to $20,000 in project funding, as well as critical access to mentoring and the vast network connected to the UMKC Innovation Center and Technology Venture Studio, which houses Digital Sandbox KC. This support is expected to help Xogos Gaming accelerate its development and impact in the educational technology sector.
Jill Meyer, senior director of Technology Venture Studio, emphasized the potential of the startups selected for funding, including Xogos Gaming. “We can’t wait to see how this latest round of startups will accelerate,” she said. “They have demonstrated that they have innovative solutions that can impact their industries, and we’re excited to help them along the way.”
Xogos Gaming’s innovative approach to education is led by Zack Edwards, who founded the company with a vision to revolutionize the learning experience. Edwards’ journey began with the creation of his first educational game during his college days, which later evolved into a comprehensive gaming platform. The platform includes a unique in-game currency system that allows students to earn rewards through gameplay, which can be used for in-game enhancements, digital rewards, and even scholarships.
The company’s commitment to redefining education and the learning experience is reflected in its mission and vision. Xogos Gaming aims to create an immersive learning experience that not only helps students excel academically but also counteracts the adverse impacts of technology on youth. The company envisions a world where students not only excel academically but also flourish in every facet of life, both in digital realms and off their screens.
With the support from Digital Sandbox KC, Xogos Gaming is poised to make a significant impact in the educational technology sector. The company’s innovative approach to learning, combined with the funding and resources provided by Digital Sandbox KC, positions Xogos Gaming as a key player in transforming education through gaming.
Xogos Gaming joins a cohort of startups that have received support from Digital Sandbox KC since 2013. The program has funded 220 startups to date, demonstrating its commitment to fostering technological advancement and entrepreneurship in the Kansas City area.
The funding announcement highlights the potential of Xogos Gaming and other selected startups to drive innovation and growth in their respective industries. With the backing of Digital Sandbox KC, these companies are set to make a lasting impact in the region and beyond.
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