Skilldora Inc.

What Skilldora Inc. does

Skilldora, Inc. is a private South Carolina corporation founded in 2022 and headquartered in Fort Mill, SC. The company operates an online AI education academy that delivers CPD-accredited certification programs exclusively through AI digital human instructors — a deployment validated in May 2023 when the CPD Standards Office granted Skilldora the world-first accreditation for AI-taught eLearning. Course delivery is built on D-ID's generative video technology, packaged into a WordPress/LearnDash learning management system, and supplemented by a custom certificate-verification system using Certificate Identification Codes to prevent credential fraud.

The product portfolio spans four core self-paced certifications (AI Essentials Certification, AI Prompt Engineering Fundamentals, Machine Learning in a Modern World, and THRIVE — Conquering AI Automation) priced at $69.99-$99.99, a $149.99 AI Learn Pass bundle offering 12-month access to three courses, instructor-led workshops ($899-$1,500) for project managers and ethics-focused cohorts, a $2,500 AI Automation Expert Mastermind cohort, and coaching/consulting services. Adjacent offerings include the DIY AI Toolkit (15 free Claude-based guides for SMBs), the Investor Readiness Platform launched in 2024 with Community Equity Partners, and Fite AI — a faith-aligned AI leadership tool launched in January 2026 for pastors and ministries.

Revenue is generated through a product-led growth model (self-serve e-commerce on myskilldora.com) layered with a community-led GTM motion (HBCU partnerships including Barber-Scotia College, corporate workforce development via Wells Fargo's diverse supplier program, and Roberts Innovation Group collaborations). Affirm installment payment plans are offered on higher-priced programs. Target customer segments are small business owners, individual professionals, HBCU students and faculty, and corporate diversity programs. To date, the company has trained 1,000+ learners, issued 500+ certifications, served 30+ small businesses, and consulted 70+ executives, with only a $25,000 SCRA grant disclosed as external funding.

Name

Skilldora Inc.

Legal name

Skilldora, Inc.

Website

https://myskilldora.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2022

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

Skilldora is an online AI education academy that delivers CPD-accredited certification programs exclusively through AI digital human instructors, serving small business owners, professionals, HBCU communities, and corporate diversity programs with self-paced courses and live cohorts.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Online AI Education & Certification

NAICS

Computer Training (61142), Professional and Management Development Training (61143), Educational Support Services (61171)

SIC

Services-Educational Services (8200)

akta.pro primary industry

AI Tutoring Systems (Conversational Tutors, Homework Helpers) (EDAFAFAC)

akta.pro secondary industries

Interactive Practice & Skill-Building (Drills, Games, Mastery Practice) (EDAFACAC), Intelligent Practice & Mastery Learning Platforms (Spaced Repetition, Skill Drills) (EDAFAFAD), AI/ML Learning Platforms for Students (EDAFANAE), AI & Machine Learning (Foundations & Applied) (EDAMACAG), AI-Powered Tutoring & Study Assistant Platforms (EDANAGAD), Education & Learning Personalization (HDAAAGAL), Vendor/Authorized Certification Training (Microsoft/AWS/Cisco, etc.) (BPAEANAA)

Keywords

• AI certification courses
• Online learning platform
• Professional development training
• AI digital instructors
• Accredited eLearning programs

Headquarters

HQ city

Fort Mill

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B and B2C

Offering type

Software

Cost components

Personnel, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales, Operations

Revenue model

1. Individual Course Sales: Self-paced video-based certification courses sold individually. Courses include AI Prompt Engineering Fundamentals ($69.99), AI Essentials Certification ($99.99), Machine Learning ($69.99), and THRIVE ($69.99). One-time purchase with lifetime access.
2. AI Learn Pass Bundle: Bundled access to three core certifications (AIEC, AI-PEFC, Machine Learning) at $149.99 one-time, offering 30%+ savings versus individual course purchases. Includes 12-month access to all three courses.
3. Professional Workshops: Instructor-led and self-paced workshops including AI Biases Training for PMs ($1,500), AI Ethics & Regulations Workshop ($899), and AI Essentials Certification for PMs ($1,500). Offered with installment payment options via Affirm.
4. AI Automation Expert Mastermind: 4-week live mastermind program at $2,500, starting October 14, 2025, Tuesdays 7-8:30 PM EST. Learn to identify, build, and monetize AI automation solutions with installment payment options.
5. Coaching & Consulting Services: Consulting and coaching services offered at $1,500 (reduced from $3,500), providing custom AI strategy and implementation support for businesses.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion3 records

Distribution channels5 records

Marketing channels8 records

Core offering

Skilldora operates an AI-powered online learning academy that delivers CPD-accredited AI certification courses taught entirely by AI digital human instructors. The platform offers self-paced certification programs in AI essentials, prompt engineering, machine learning, and AI automation, along with workshops, mastermind programs, and consulting services targeting small business owners, professionals, teams, and organizations.

Product overview

Skilldora is an online AI education academy offering a portfolio of CPD-accredited certification programs delivered through AI digital human instructors. The core product portfolio includes four main certifications: AI Essentials Certification (AIEC) covering comprehensive AI literacy, AI Prompt Engineering Fundamentals (AI-PEFC) for prompt engineering skills, Machine Learning in a Modern World for ML fundamentals, and THRIVE — Conquering AI Automation as a flagship program for AI career strategies. These are complemented by the AI Learn Pass bundle (12-month access to three core courses), live workshops (AI Biases Training, AI Ethics & Regulations, AI Essentials for PMs, CATP certification), and the AI Automation Expert Mastermind intensive program. Free resources include the DIY AI Toolkit with 15 Claude AI guides. Beyond education, Skilldora offers AI Automation Services (custom AI agent development) and AI Transformation Consulting, plus specialized products like Fite AI for faith-based organizations. The company pioneered world-first AI-taught accredited eLearning using D-ID digital human technology, with all courses self-paced and globally recognized.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• AI Prompt Engineering Fundamentals Certification (AI-PEFC) A 7-lesson self-paced certification program that teaches the art of crafting effective AI prompts for faster, more accurate outputs across real business use cases. Includes a 20-question final quiz and AI-PEFC certification upon completion.
• Artificial Intelligence Essentials Certification Course (AIEC) A 25-lesson comprehensive AI literacy certification (~4 hours) covering machine learning, natural language processing, computer vision, robotics, AI bias, governance, and regulation. Earns 4 CPD credits and includes a 58-question timed final exam.
• Machine Learning in a Modern World A 12-lesson, 4-module self-paced certification (~60 minutes) covering fundamental concepts and insights surrounding machine learning, including top industries, required skills, salary potential, and career paths.
• THRIVE — Conquering AI Automation A 25-lesson, 4-module flagship certification (~2 hours) teaching the THRIVE Framework for mastering AI as a co-pilot. Covers Personal AI Audit, automation strategies, ethical AI deployment, and organizational culture building. Earns THRIVE Certified Professional (TCP) credential.
• AI Learn Pass A bundle pass offering 12-month access to three core certifications (AIEC, AI-PEFC, Machine Learning) at $149.99, saving over $60 compared to individual course purchases.
• AI Automation Expert Mastermind (4-Week Live Program) A 4-week live mastermind program ($2,500) teaching participants to identify, build, and monetize AI automation solutions with working workflows, templates, and a consulting-ready blueprint.
• AI Biases Training Workshop for Project Managers A 1-day instructor-led workshop ($1,500, 10 PDUs) teaching project managers to understand, identify, and address AI bias in technology deployments.
• AI Ethics & Regulations Workshop An 8 PDU workshop ($899) covering enterprise-wide AI ethics program creation, oversight, and transparency best practices.
• AI Essentials Certification for Project Managers A 2-day instructor-led certification (13 PDUs) teaching PMs AI basics, real-world applications, and competitive advantage strategies.
• Certified Agile Transformation Professional (CATP) An instructor-led certification program ($1,500) for leading organizational Agile transformations, conducting readiness workshops, and creating transformation roadmaps.
• Fite AI A faith-aligned AI leadership support tool built for pastors and faith-based organizations, designed to reduce administrative burden while preserving the human heart of ministry.
• AI Automation Services Custom AI agents and systems built specifically for businesses, scoped, built, and deployed from scratch without templates.
• AI Transformation Consulting Strategic advisory services starting with a free 15-minute consultation, focused on engagements where measurable results can be delivered. Priced at $1,500 (reduced from $3,500).
• Coaching & Consulting Services Consulting and coaching services offering custom AI strategy and implementation support for businesses, priced at $1,500 (reduced from $3,500).

Quantifiable outcome

• 1,000+ business leaders trained
• +4 more outcomes

Named customers4 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

AI capability3 records

Feature4 records

Partnerships

Seven partnerships are on record, tiered minor, flagship and core.

• Dr. Brian G. FiteminorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2026Skilldora developed and launched Fite AI in collaboration with Dr. Brian G. Fite - a purpose-built AI leadership support tool for pastors and faith-based organizations designed to reduce administrative burden while preserving the human heart of ministry.
• Roberts Innovation Group / Dr. Michael V. RobertsflagshipStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2024Partnership with African American billionaire Dr. Michael V. Roberts to bring AI education to HBCUs. Collaboration launched with Barber-Scotia College as the first HBCU to adopt the platform, advancing AI at historically Black colleges and universities across the country.
• Community Equity PartnerscoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2024Investor Readiness Platform partnership empowering minority entrepreneurs with education, community support, and investor connections to help secure investment.
• Barber-Scotia CollegeflagshipStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 October 2023First HBCU to adopt the Skilldora platform for AI-instructed certification programs. Landmark partnership bringing globally accredited AI education directly to HBCU students and faculty. Dr. Michael V. Roberts of Roberts Innovation Group facilitated the collaboration.
• Wells FargoflagshipStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 June 2023Wells Fargo selected Skilldora as the inaugural community collaborator for their diverse supplier readiness program, equipping minority-owned businesses with AI skills at no cost to participants. Helps suppliers build lucrative relationships with major corporations.
• South Carolina Research Authority (SCRA)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 June 2023Accepted as SCRA member company in June 2023, recognizing innovative approach to AI-powered education and growing footprint in South Carolina's tech ecosystem. Received $25,000 Project Development Fund Grant in December 2023.
• D-IDcoreTechnology or Integration · 1 September 2022Israel-based D-ID partnership enabled Skilldora to become the first U.S. eLearning platform to use AI digital human instructors exclusively. D-ID's AI video technology powers the unique digital human instructors that teach all Skilldora courses.

Scale indicators7 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• DeepLearning.AI: Founded by Andrew Ng, DeepLearning.AI offers AI specialization courses and certifications (e.g., AI for Everyone, Prompt Engineering) aimed at professionals and enterprises. It is the closest direct competitor in CPD-style AI upskilling and is sold through both individual and enterprise channels, mirroring Skilldora's core proposition.
• Simplilearn: Simplilearn offers bootcamp-style and certification programs in AI, ML, and project management (including Agile/PMP) sold to individuals and enterprises. Its mix of high-ticket workshops, PDU-bearing PM courses, and corporate L&D channels parallels Skilldora's workshop/masternd product line.
• DataCamp: DataCamp delivers self-paced, certification-bearing data and AI skills courses to professionals and teams via subscription. Its individual-plus-team model, professional credentialing, and SMB-friendly pricing tier closely resemble Skilldora's self-serve + corporate structure.
• Maven: Maven runs cohort-based and self-paced AI courses targeting professional upskilling and enterprise L&D buyers. Its high-ticket cohort programs ($1,000-$2,500 range) directly parallel Skilldora's mastermind and workshop tier.
• Codecademy: Codecademy provides self-paced tech and AI skills training with certificates of completion at consumer-friendly price points. Its individual learner base, certification catalog, and SMB/team plans compete for the same digital AI upskilling segment as Skilldora.

Broad incumbents

• Coursera: Coursera is a leading online learning marketplace with extensive AI specializations from universities and Google/IBM/DeepLearning.AI. It competes indirectly through breadth and enterprise Coursera for Business deals, where AI literacy programs increasingly overlap with Skilldora's target buyer.
• Udacity: Udacity offers AI/ML Nanodegree programs and enterprise subscriptions aimed at professional upskilling. Its enterprise L&D position and AI/ML catalog put it in competition for the same corporate training budget Skilldora targets with its Wells Fargo-style engagements.
• edX (2U): edX partners with universities to deliver AI programs and professional certificates that compete on the same accredited-upskilling proposition. Its enterprise channel and university partnerships overlap heavily with Skilldora's institutional/enterprise deals.

Emerging players

• Anthropic Academy: Anthropic's education efforts (Claude tutorials, prompt engineering courses) target AI literacy for professionals and developers. As a frontier model provider, it competes on content quality and trust, and could expand into accredited AI training that overlaps with Skilldora's curriculum.
• AI4ALL: AI4ALL is a nonprofit focused on diversifying AI through education programs at HBCUs and other institutions. Its HBCU-focused mission, AI literacy curriculum, and educational outcomes overlap directly with Skilldora's Barber-Scotia College partnership and community positioning.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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• Facebookfacebook.com/profile.php
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/skilldora
• Instagraminstagram.com/skilldora

Compliance2 records

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Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds1 record

Investors1 record

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M&A

Investments

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