GradBridge Plans Newark, Delaware, Headquarters Operations

Area Development News Desk

06/18/2026

Financial technology company GradBridge plans to establish operations in Newark, Delaware. The $250,000 project is expected to create 49 jobs.

The investment will include the renovation of a 9,321-square-foot facility at Iron Hill Corporate Center which will support executive leadership, finance, compliance, credit, data analytics, and management operations.

“We at GradBridge are passionate about removing financial barriers to higher education, and I am grateful to both the Council on Development Finance and Delaware Prosperity Partnership for supporting that goal,” said Jen O'Donald, Chief Executive Officer of GradBridge. “With their support, we will build more than a headquarters, we will create economic opportunity by investing in local talent and bridging the gap to graduation for more students nationwide.”

To support the project, the Council on Development Finance approved up to $780,000 through a Jobs Performance Grant and up to $7,500 through a Capital Expenditure Grant from the Delaware Strategic Fund. Funding is contingent upon the company meeting its job creation and investment commitments.

“Delaware is proving once again that it is the best place for high-growth companies to launch, scale and succeed,” noted Governor Matt Meyer. “GradBridge's expansion in Newark brings nearly 50 high-quality jobs to our state and reinforces Delaware's reputation as a leader in financial innovation. This investment is a win for our workforce, our economy and the future of fintech in Delaware.”

GradBridge is a company that develops software and services designed to connect students, graduates, educational institutions, and employers. The company's operations include career placement technology, workforce development tools, and data-driven platforms that support talent recruitment and employment outcomes.

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