Author: Airblack

Skilling platform Airblack raises INR 33 Crores led by the Michael & Susan Dell Foundation

Airblack has raised INR 33 crores led by the Michael & Susan Dell Foundation with participation from Elevation Capital, Info Edge Ventures, Blume Founders Fund and Mars Shot VC. Airblack also added a clutch of industry leaders as angel investors, including Sairee Chahal, Founder SHEROES; Rahul Chaudhary, Co-founder Treebo; Ritesh Malik, Founder Plaksha, Mekin Maheswari, […]

Airblack has been recognized by Forbes India and D Globalist as part of Select 200 Companies with Global Business Potential

Over the last 3 years, Airblack has been on a mission to generate livelihood opportunities through outcome-focused skilling. Today, we have empowered 35,000+ people across 300+ cities in India and UAE with opportunities to become Makeup freelancers, Makeup studio owners or home bakers. This recognition only reinforces our drive to continue generating impact to millions […]

6,500 Women Unlock Economic Freedom Through Airblack’s Skilling Programmes

Airblack, a skilling academy, proudly announces that 6,500 students successfully graduated from its programmes during the 2022-23 academic year. Ranging from freelance makeup artistry to culinary entrepreneurship, these new avenues have taken root across 600+ cities in India through the academy’s online learning platform. “Our 3-year anniversary brings forth a key impact milestone for us. […]

This startup helps small-town women start their own beauty business

NEW DELHI: Manmeet, a mother of two from Lucknow, had a childhood passion for makeup but found it difficult to follow her dream due to marriage and parental pressures. When she decided to become an independent earner in the household, Manmeet accessed Airblack, a skilling academy that helps people start their own businesses and developed […]

Airblack Career Seminars reach 5000+ people in 30 cities

In a bid to revolutionize the beauty industry, Airblack initiated a series of micro offline events in late-2022, targeting local Makeup Artists. What commenced as a modest endeavor quickly transformed into a massive movement. Within just four months, Airblack successfully organized over 200 career meet-ups, spanning across 30+ cities in India, cultivating a robust localized […]

Airblack, On A Mission To Revamp The Future Of Micro Entrepreneurship

The bulk of the current billion-dollar edtech industry focuses on educational outcomes focused on getting better jobs. However, with roughly 15 million people entering the workforce every year, and less than 1 million white-collar jobs out there, a large number of people need a way to generate livelihood. Hence, Airblack enters into the frame as […]

Airblack and Urban Company unite to empower Nails service professionals

Airblack has collaborated with Urban Company, India’s leading platform for home-based services, to elevate the Nail Art industry. The partnership introduced a co-branded Nail Art Programme, offering specialized training to budding professionals. Graduates are given the unique opportunity to join Urban Company’s esteemed team in select Indian cities. This alliance, while brief, underscores both brands’ […]

Airblack and Nykaa PRO come together to launch advanced makeup certification course

In a groundbreaking partnership, Airblack and Nykaa PRO have come together to co-develop a premier Makeup Artist program, setting a new benchmark in the beauty industry. Launched in September 2022, this collaboration ensures that every student graduating from the Airblack x Nykaa PRO program not only receives top-tier training but also enjoys the exclusive product […]

Airblack launches Professional Airbrush programme in partnership with TEMPTU

Airblack has joined forces with TEMPTU, the global leader in airbrush makeup, to introduce the country’s foremost Airbrush Makeup Programme. This exclusive collaboration promises to provide enthusiasts and professionals alike with unparalleled access to India’s elite TEMPTU certified Airbrush Makeup experts. Participants will be meticulously trained in the intricate techniques of HD Makeup, Bridal Assignments, […]