Neeraj's questions to Nerdy Inc (NRDY) leadership • Q4 2024
Question
Neeraj, on behalf of Brian Smillk from JPMorgan, asked about the returns from localizing the Varsity Tutors for Schools (VTS) sales force and requested an update on the institutional competitive landscape.
Answer
CEO Chuck Cohn responded that the company has rightsized its institutional go-to-market team to reflect near-term government funding uncertainty. The strategy is now to let product enhancements, including a new paid subscription offering with GenAI capabilities, drive growth. Cohn noted that the AI-enhanced platform is a key differentiator. Regarding competition, he mentioned that several competitors, particularly in the chat-based tutoring space, have downsized or ceased operations, positioning Nerdy as a strong, stable partner for school districts.