Sarah Difrancesco

Part of FB Topco, Inc. /PA/, EmpowerU, Inc. is a leading provider of evidence-based programs that support students facing non-academic barriers to success. The company, based in Excelsior, MN, equips educators with tools and strategies to deliver targeted interventions and empower students to overcome challenges and achieve their full potential. EmpowerU's highly personalized resilience and mental health programs help young people replace anxiety and depression with resilience and confidence. The program utilizes interactive lessons and personalized coaching, combining technology with brain research to support student growth. EmpowerU specializes in personalized, data-driven social-emotional learning solutions that equip students to be resilient, self-directed learners and reach their goals. The company was founded in 2015 by Katie Dorn and Abby Master, with Katie Dorn serving as the CEO since 2015. EmpowerU was acquired by FB Topco, Inc. /PA/ on September 13, 2023.