Healthy Students, Connected Communities, Thriving Futures.
/Our Mission
At Hiveclass, we believe that the mind and body are not separate domains. We bridge the historical gap between physical literacy and mental resilience by delivering an integrated Well-Being Ecosystem explicitly built to nurture a student’s internal Sense of Self and external Sense of Belonging.
By driving deep, measurable Connectedness within the individual child and throughout their entire school community, we equip youth, educators and families with standards-aligned tools to Move, Connect and Thrive. We strengthen the entire learning ecosystem, bringing together physical education, mental well-being and proactive support services to modernize student wellness for academic and lifelong success.
/Company History
Founded as two separate companies in 2020, Hiveclass and Robin believe student well-being deserves intentional support in schools. Hiveclass addresses accessibility, innovation and equity gaps in physical education with standards-aligned, video-forward experiences that build movement skills.
Robin destigmatizes mental health through human connection, supporting school communities through coaching and curriculum. As both companies grew, it became clear schools need more than stand-alone solutions; physical literacy and mental well-being work together. Having shared the same vision from development to school adoption, these two journeys officially merged in 2026, creating a unified well-being ecosystem that supports the Whole Child and the Whole Community.
/Our Team
Joe Titus
Chief Executive Officer
& Co-founder
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Joe drives the corporate vision to position Hiveclass as the definitive leader in K-12 well-being. Leveraging a successful career in enterprise relationship management and product strategy at major global institutions, he transitioned to EdTech to spark systemic change. He is deeply committed to building an integrated ecosystem that supports the whole child.
Linda Thompson
Chief Impact Officer
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Linda brings 20 years of frontline K-8 experience specializing in inclusive education and student mental health to Hiveclass. The former CEO of Robin and a Doctoral Candidate in EdTech, she leverages her executive leadership to unify impact frameworks and ensure measurable student outcomes. She is dedicated to scaling high-impact youth wellness initiatives globally.
Paul Suhr
Chief Operating Officer & Co-founder
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Paul brings a valuable frontline perspective to his operational leadership as a co-founder of Hiveclass. Informed by over a decade of experience as an educator and administrator across 40 countries, he ensures seamless execution for school partners. He is dedicated to building adaptable, high-performing teams that scale the company’s mission.
Adam Shafer
Chief Strategy Officer
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Adam oversees corporate strategy and unlocks new growth channels, bringing over 15 years of deep domain expertise across the education and social enterprise sectors. A former educator holding an MBA in Social Impact, he leverages his firsthand classroom experience to ensure authentic client engagement. He is dedicated to maintaining a steadfast focus on deep product-market fit.
Eric Gorenstein
Chief Revenue Officer
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Eric leverages over a decade of elite K-12 EdTech leadership experience to expand Hiveclass’s national footprint. A product of NYC public schools and a former Posse Scholar, his executive approach is anchored in a deeply personal commitment to youth mental health. He fosters resilient, trust-based partnerships with district leaders to drive meaningful impact across school communities.
Derek Ruhland
Chief Product Officer
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Derek leads the development of Hiveclass’s unified technology platform and product ecosystem. With a premier background designing learning platforms for Fortune 5 technology companies, he ensures the delivery of secure, interoperable and highly engaging K-12 solutions. His approach is deeply informed by academic research into social networks and mental health, driving a product vision that blends innovation with lasting student impact.
Michel Stolnicki
Chief Content Officer
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Michel commands Hiveclass’s proprietary content engine, ensuring premium, consumer-grade quality that resonates deeply with students and educators. He brings a formidable track record executing media projects for top-tier platforms like Netflix, HBO and Discovery Networks. He is dedicated to continuously innovating the product experience through engaging interactive formats and movement-based features.
Tara Karch
VP, Coaching
& Client Services
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Tara translates her advanced training in social-emotional learning into scalable, care-driven delivery frameworks. A former two-time Teacher of the Year and National Board Certified Health and Wellness Coach, she brings over 14 years of frontline educational leadership to her role. She is passionately focused on combating the student mental health crisis and ensuring whole-school wellness.
/Careers
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