Amira Learning Named to Fast Company's Annual List of the World's Most Innovative Companies of 2025

SAN FRANCISCO, March 19, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Amira Learning (Amira), the proven leader in activating measurable student reading growth through AI and the Science of Reading, is proud to have been named to Fast Company's prestigious list of the World's Most Innovative Companies of 2025, ranking as #1 in the Education category.

This year's list shines a spotlight on businesses that are shaping industry and culture through their innovations to set new standards and achieve remarkable milestones in all sectors of the economy. Amira's recognition affirms its position as a leader transforming education through innovative AI-powered literacy solutions that push the boundaries to deliver measurable reading growth in every classroom, everyday.

"We're honored that Fast Company has recognized Amira's pioneering work in AI-powered literacy," said Mark Angel, Founder and CEO of Amira Learning. "This recognition validates our innovative approach—not just developing technology, but creating solutions that give every student truly individualized support. We're committed to the relentless work of creating solutions that anticipate the evolving needs of both educators and students in today's rapidly changing learning environment."

Amira is making a crucial impact in supporting today's students in becoming confident readers while actively addressing the ongoing literacy crisis. Students using Amira experienced reading growth rates up to 2.5 times faster than traditional methods, and students using Amira for just 30 minutes a week experienced significant reading gains. Serving more than 4 million students and trusted by more than 2,000 districts and schools worldwide, Amira is the intelligent assistant teachers need to turn students into motivated and masterful readers.

To determine honorees, Fast Company's editors and writers review companies driving progress around the world and across industries, evaluating thousands of submissions through a competitive application process. The result is a globe-spanning guide to innovation today, from early-stage startups to some of the most valuable companies in the world.

"Our list of the Most Innovative Companies offers both a comprehensive look at innovation today and a playbook for the future," said Fast Company editor-in-chief Brendan Vaughan. "This year, we recognize companies that are harnessing AI in deep and meaningful ways, brands that are turning customers into superfans by overdelivering for them, and challengers that are introducing bold ideas and vital competition to their industries. At a time when the world is rapidly shifting, these companies are charting the way forward."

About Amira Learning
Amira Learning accelerates literacy outcomes by delivering the latest reading and neuroscience with AI. Propelling gains exceeding human tutoring, Amira is the only AI edtech validated by university and SEA efficacy research. Amira bridges assessment, instruction, and tutoring across one seamless cycle, helping districts achieve instructional coherence. Serving more than 4 million students and trusted by more than 2,000 districts and schools worldwide, Amira is the intelligent assistant teachers need to turn students into motivated and masterful readers. Visit www.amiralearning.com to learn more.

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