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    Complexly
    Education, Media Production

    Complexly

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    "Making Knowledge Accessible"

    Founded 2012 Missoula, Montana, United States CEO: Julie Walsh Smith
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    About

    Complexly is an online educational media studio founded by brothers Hank and John Green in 2012, originally as EcoGeek LLC. The company rebranded as Complexly in 2016 and is headquartered in Missoula, Montana. In February 2026, the Green brothers donated their equity, transforming Complexly into a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to creating free, accessible, fact-based educational videos.

    The studio is widely recognized for its popular YouTube channels, including Crash Course and SciShow, which have garnered billions of views and millions of subscribers. Complexly also produces content for channels such as Dear Hank & John, The Anthropocene Reviewed, Eons, and The Art Assignment. The company's brand identity is focused on building trust and inspiring curiosity through its content, aiming to lower barriers to knowledge for a wide audience. In early 2024, Complexly expanded into esports by sponsoring Blue Scuti, a young gamer who achieved viral fame for "beating Tetris."

    Products & Sub-brands

    Crash CourseSciShowDear Hank & JohnThe Anthropocene ReviewedEonsThe Art AssignmentBlue Scuti Sponsorship

    Frequently Asked Questions

    Who founded Complexly?
    Complexly was founded by brothers Hank Green and John Green in 2012. They later donated their equity to the company in February 2026, establishing it as a nonprofit organization.
    What are Complexly's primary content platforms?
    Complexly is best known for its educational YouTube channels, including Crash Course, SciShow, PBS Eons, and Dear Hank & John.
    Has Complexly always been a nonprofit?
    No, Complexly began as a for-profit entity and transitioned to a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization in February 2026 after the founders gifted their ownership.
    How does Complexly fund its operations?
    As a nonprofit, Complexly relies on donations and funding from various organizations and partners. Previously, it received production support from entities like Google and PBS.
    What is the core mission of Complexly?
    Complexly's mission is to create trustworthy, fact-based educational content that sparks curiosity and makes knowledge more accessible to everyone.

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    Company Info

    Founded
    2012
    Founder
    Hank Green and John Green
    CEO
    Julie Walsh Smith
    Headquarters
    Missoula, Montana, United States
    Industry
    Education, Media Production
    Employees
    70
    Founded Date
    2012
    Rebranded Date
    2016
    Nonprofit Conversion Date
    February 2026
    Number of Employees
    Over 70
    Key YouTube Channels
    Crash Course, SciShow, Dear Hank & John, Eons, The Art Assignment
    Esports Sponsorship
    Blue Scuti (2024)

    Official Website

    complexly.org/

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