Our Story


We began as a small group of dedicated and passionate technologists, committed to serving our community. At the heart of our mission was the desire to honor US military veterans by equipping them with skills and knowledge to pursue rewarding civilian careers--all for free.

The first cohort of five veterans was an instant success. Soon, we had others knocking on our doors. In 2012, the growing demand for our program led us to turn our part-time passion project into a full-time operation, known now as Colaberry. We expanded our mission to serve individuals from all backgrounds and have been transforming lives ever since.

2020

Best Data Science Bootcamp 2020

Colaberry listed by Course Report as one of the best Data Science Bootcamps

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Colaberry makes Inc. 5000 list

Colaberry ranks No. 1541 on Inc. 5000 list of the fastest-growing private companies.

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Colaberry ranks #70 in IT Management

Colaberry ranks No. 70 in IT Management on Inc. 5000.

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2019

JFFLabs finalist

Selected as one of seven finalists out of over 90 submissions for $1Billion Wage Gain Challenge

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AI video feedback tool introduced

The tool is designed to help our learners develop effective communication skills efficiently

Refactored Marketplace launches

The platform is created to connect data professionals and businesses

Data Science programs offered

2018

MIT Solver

Out of over 1200 submissions, our platform Refactored named by MIT Solve as Most Promising "Work of the Future" Solution

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Recipient of General Motor's Prize for Advanced Technologies

Recipient of MIT Solve's Artificial Intelligence for the Betterment of Humanity Award

Virtual Apprenticeship introduced

The offering enables our students to continue developing as data experts with hands-on projects

2017

Refactored launches

Colaberry introduces Refactored--an interactive, data training platform powered by AI

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Income Share Agreement offered to our learners

The payment structure removes financial barriers to joining our programs

2016

Human skills development tool introduced

1 interview = 1 job career transition mentor-driven success metric established

2015

Consulting and staffing division launches

2014

Boston location opens

Job Readiness training phase added

The phase consists of project work and job search skills development

2013

Colaberry learning management platform launches

Learn-by-doing, project-based, data-driven learning is at the heart of it

2012

Colaberry founded in Plano, Texas

We officially open our doors with an ambitious goal of passing on the American Dream to 100,000 people

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Our Leadership

Ram

Ram Katamaraja

CEO & Co-Founder

Ali

Ali Muwwakkil

Managing Director

Mika

Mika Hopson

AVP of Student Success

Ready to begin your journey?

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