# Acorn (Acorn)

> Vancouver-based AI-powered Performance Learning Management System (PLMS) unifying corporate learning and performance management.

## Facts
- **Website:** https://acorn.works
- **Headquarters:** Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada
- **Country:** Canada
- **Founder:** Blake Proberts
- **Funding stage:** Series A
- **Total funding:** $12.3M
- **Categories:** Learning & Development, Performance Management

## Overview
Acorn (Acorn PLMS) is a Vancouver-based workforce development platform that pioneered the Performance Learning Management System (PLMS) category, unifying learning management (LMS/LXP) with performance management. It maps role-specific capabilities to measurable business outcomes using a library of 1,600+ capabilities, and its Capabilities AI maps frameworks to job descriptions and generates personalized development plans. In 2025 it raised a $12.3M Series A led by Level Equity.

## Leadership
- Blake Proberts — founder ([profile](https://www.dhrmap.com/people/blake-proberts))
- Blake Proberts — ceo ([profile](https://www.dhrmap.com/people/blake-proberts))

## Sources
- [Acorn — official website](https://acorn.works/wp-content/themes/bundle/resources/favicons/apple-touch-icon.png?v=1.184) — official

## FAQ
**What does Acorn do?**

Vancouver-based AI-powered Performance Learning Management System (PLMS) unifying corporate learning and performance management.

**Where is Acorn headquartered?**

Acorn is headquartered in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada.

**Who founded Acorn?**

Acorn was founded by Blake Proberts.

**Who is the CEO of Acorn?**

Blake Proberts leads Acorn as CEO.

**How much funding has Acorn raised?**

Acorn has raised $12.3M (Series A) to date, per DHRMap records.

**What kind of HR technology is Acorn?**

Acorn is categorized under Learning & Development, Performance Management on DHRMap.

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