OffSec
Acquisition in 2024
OffSec, formerly known as Offensive Security, is a prominent provider of professional development and education for cybersecurity practitioners. The company focuses on delivering practical, hands-on training and certification programs designed to equip individuals with essential offensive security skills. OffSec's extensive Learning Library offers over 7,000 hours of content, including more than 1,800 instructional videos and over 4,200 virtual labs, aimed at helping organizations address the cybersecurity talent gap. Committed to fostering community growth, OffSec also funds and maintains Kali Linux, a widely recognized operating system used for penetration testing and ethical hacking. Through its innovative approach, OffSec empowers individuals and organizations to effectively combat cyber threats.
Anthology
Venture Round in 2023
Anthology is a prominent provider of technology solutions tailored for higher education institutions. The company focuses on delivering software, strategies, and services that enhance academic engagement and operational efficiency. Its flagship product suite, CampusNexus®, encompasses comprehensive solutions for student management, customer relationship management, finance, human resources, and payroll. By partnering with over 2,000 campuses across 20 countries, Anthology aims to transform the educational landscape, enabling institutions to improve student success and streamline administrative processes. The company's offerings empower staff and institutional leaders with actionable insights, facilitating a supportive environment for students on their educational journeys.
e.Republic
Acquisition in 2022
Established in 1984, e.Republic is the nation’s only media and research company focused exclusively on state and local government and education. Led by Dennis McKenna, media entrepreneur and co-founder, their award-winning publications, websites, more than 150 annual events and highly respected research operations are acknowledged as setting the gold standard in their respective fields. Their work has been cited in The New York Times, Wall Street Journal, Forbes, Time magazine, The Washington Post and USA Today. In 1985, McKenna launched California County magazine in partnership with the California State Association of Counties. Early to recognize the impact new digital technologies would have on the public sector, in 1987, Dennis launched Government Technology, the first national magazine covering information technology in state and local government. Other successful media platforms followed, including Public CIO and Emergency Management. All have won numerous editorial and design awards. In 2013, Emergency Management magazine was named Magazine of the Year for overall excellence by ASBPE (American Society of Business Publication Editors), Public CIO was named Magazine of the Year in 2007 and Government Technology and Emergency Management have both been named best publication in their respective categories by the Western Publishing Association. Seeing the need for stronger analysis and research to support public sector innovation, Dennis developed the Center for Digital Government—the first-of-its-kind research and business intelligence advisory institute focused exclusively on state and local government. The Center is home to the widely cited Digital States Survey. In 2009, e.Republic acquired Governing from Congressional Quarterly. Governing covers politics, policy and management for state and local government leaders. Recognized as the most credible and authoritative voice in its field, Governing provides non-partisan news, insight and analysis on budget and finance; transportation and infrastructure; workforce and economic development; health and human services and more. Since the acquisition, the publication has grown, with an expanded online presence and launch of the Governing Institute, headed by former Kansas City Mayor Mark Funkhouser. Governing has also greatly expanded its national events portfolio. In 2011 Governing received the prestigious Jesse H. Neal Award from American Business Media for exceptional editorial content. With over 200 employees in California, Washington, D.C. and throughout the United States, e.Republic is a unique company redefining the role of media at the intersection of innovation and public service.
95 Percent Group
Private Equity Round in 2021
95 Percent Group is an education management company focused on enhancing literacy outcomes for students. It provides a range of products and services, including whole class and intervention literacy curriculum materials designed to support reading intervention and boost student achievement. The company also offers comprehensive education consulting, diagnostic assessments, and instructional resources tailored to the needs of schools and school districts. By delivering evidence-based diagnostic assessment services and consulting, 95 Percent Group aims to improve reading instructional practices and facilitate the success of struggling readers.
eLuma
Private Equity Round in 2021
eLuma is a provider of online special education and mental health services aimed at K-12 districts and schools across the United States. The company connects students with clinicians to ensure they receive essential support, including online therapy sessions for speech, school psychology, occupational therapy, physical therapy, and mental health services. By leveraging its platform, eLuma helps schools enhance student outcomes and engagement, addressing the diverse needs of students in an accessible and effective manner. Contact information is available on their website for inquiries.
Genius SIS
Private Equity Round in 2021
Genius SIS is a web-based Student Information System tailored for online and virtual schools, headquartered in Plantation, Florida. The platform streamlines school operations by managing various functions such as admissions, enrollment control, and student progress tracking. It enhances communication with students and guardians while providing dynamic reporting capabilities. In addition to serving educational institutions, Genius SIS also caters to corporations and government entities that require online education solutions. The company's cloud-based software combines student information system (SIS) functionalities with learning management system (LMS) features, delivering user-friendly tools for registration, e-commerce, compliance monitoring, and certification tracking, all within a centralized platform.
engage2learn
Private Equity Round in 2021
engage2learn provides educational coaching and professional development services primarily for public school districts. The company has developed a platform that facilitates virtual coaching, strategic planning, and learner profile management. Its offerings include instructional coaching, training for teachers, and assessments of facilities and technology. By focusing on enhancing daily practices in education, engage2learn aims to improve the skills and knowledge of both students and educators, fostering a supportive learning environment.
VitalSmarts
Acquisition in 2019
An innovator in corporate training and leadership development, VitalSmarts, a TwentyEighty, Inc. company, combines three decades of original research with 50 years of the best social science to help leaders and organizations achieve new levels of performance. Specifically, the Company focuses on human behavior—the underlying written and unwritten rules that shape what employees do every day and create the cultural operating system upon which an organization functions. VitalSmarts’ work within the halls of some of the world’s top organizations has led the Company to identify four skill sets present in successful companies. When used in combination, these high-leverage skills create healthy corporate cultures that spur flawless execution and consistent innovation. These skill sets are taught in the Company’s award-winning training programs and New York Times bestselling books of the same titles: Crucial Conversations, Crucial Accountability, Influencer, and Change Anything. VitalSmarts has trained more than one million people worldwide and helped more than 300 of the Fortune 500 realize significant results using this proven method for driving rapid, sustainable and measurable change in behaviors. VitalSmarts has been ranked by Inc. magazine as one of the fastest-growing companies in America for ten consecutive years.
LRN Corporation specializes in ethics and compliance (E&C) knowledge solutions for organizations globally. The company provides a range of educational offerings, including online courses covering topics such as anti-bribery and trade controls, as well as custom content and mobile E&C materials. LRN also delivers advisory services related to code of conduct development, governance, culture, and leadership assessments. Its innovative tools include gamification, adaptive learning, and an augmented reality application designed to enhance compliance programs. Additionally, LRN focuses on promoting ethical conduct and sustainable organizational culture through education and engagement solutions that align employee behavior with company values. Founded in 1992, LRN is headquartered in Los Angeles, California, and maintains offices in several major cities around the world, including New York, London, and Mumbai.
Endeavor Schools
Acquisition in 2018
Endeavor Schools, LLC is an education management company based in Miami, Florida, that owns and operates a diverse network of private schools across the United States. Founded in 2012, the company includes preschools, K-5 private schools, and Montessori institutions, all of which adhere to research-based curricula designed to foster academic excellence. Endeavor Schools is dedicated to supporting educators by providing them with the necessary tools, infrastructure, and resources to enhance educational outcomes for children and families. By partnering with experienced educators, the company aims to create enriching learning environments that promote reliable career development programs and mentorship opportunities for students.
Fusion Academy
Private Equity Round in 2017
Fusion Academy is much more than an accredited private middle and high school for grades 6-12. Its a revolutionary community of learning where positive relationships and one-to-one classrooms unlock the academic potential in every student and create opportunities for emotional and social growth. In a Fusion one-to-one classroom, the educational experience is completely customized to ignite a student’s passion for learning. Classes are self-paced, and course material is presented in ways that suit students’ individual interests, strengths and challenges.
CeriFi
Acquisition in 2017
CeriFi is an education and training provider that specializes in the financial services sector, offering a range of certification programs for professionals and firms. The company has expanded its capabilities through the acquisition of six complementary organizations, including the Association of Certified Financial Crime Specialists, Dalton Education, Keir Financial Education, Money Education, and Pass Perfect. CeriFi's offerings are designed to empower individuals in their careers and support their exam preparation needs, effectively addressing the educational demands within the financial services industry.
Prosci
Private Equity Round in 2016
Prosci is a change management firm focused on helping individuals and organizations build change management capabilities. Best practices research acts as the foundation for Prosci’s world-renowned change management training programs and tools, including the Prosci ADKAR® Model. Prosci has certified over 30,000 change leaders worldwide through the Prosci Change Management Certification program.
Project Management Academy
Private Equity Round in 2016
The most trusted name in project management training. A top provider of PMP Certification, PMP Training and PMP Exam Prep Courses. 100% Pass Guarantee. Project Management Academy is the most trusted name in project management training, providing training for PMP:registered:, CAPM:registered:, PMI-ACP:registered:, Lean Six Sigma Green Belt, and Risk Management programs. With comprehensive materials, experienced staff, and continuous support, PMA is prepared to meet all of your project management training needs.
Campus Labs
Acquisition in 2015
Campus Labs empowers institutions to make valuable connections with their data. Campus Labs provides a complete set of integrated solutions for areas such as assessment, retention, teaching and learning, student engagement, and institutional effectiveness. Through partnerships with more than 1,300 public and private colleges and universities, Campus Labs continues to break down institutional silos and build strong foundations for unified information, valuable insights and better decisions.
LePort Schools
Private Equity Round in 2015
LePort Schools is a private school network headquartered in Irvine, California, founded in 2000. The institution offers a range of educational programs, including infant, toddler, preschool, lower elementary, upper elementary, and language immersion. Emphasizing both academic rigor and experiential learning, LePort Schools aims to equip students with essential knowledge, critical thinking skills, and character development necessary for lifelong success. The curriculum includes Montessori methods for younger children and prepares students for future academic challenges.
Evanta
Acquisition in 2012
Evanta is focused on C-Suite executive development and collaboration solutions for peer-to-peer engagement, networking and leadership training.
Amplifire
Venture Round in 2012
Amplifire is a developer of an online learning platform designed to enhance individual performance and knowledge retention across various sectors, including education, healthcare, and corporate markets. The platform utilizes advanced learning algorithms and knowledge analytics to deliver measurable outcomes, helping users learn effectively and perform at their best. By focusing on diagnostic capabilities, Amplifire enables organizations to foster skill development and improve overall performance, ensuring that individuals can contribute effectively in competitive environments.
Nobel Learning
Acquisition in 2011
Nobel Learning Communities preschools, elementary and middle schools build the solid academic foundation students need for future success. In their schools, classes are led by dedicated, caring teachers who value open communication with parents. Using our Links to Learning curriculum, our preschools offer the perfect balance of learning and play, combining structured learning experiences with play activities designed for each developmental stage. They link parents to their child’s classroom experiences by providing a monthly summary of their child’s work and suggestions to continue the learning at home.
BARBRI
Acquisition in 2011
BARBRI, Inc. is a provider of bar review and exam preparation courses for law students and attorneys across the United States. Founded in 1967 and based in Dallas, Texas, the company offers a range of educational services, including private tutoring, online courses, and mobile learning options. BARBRI specializes in preparing students for the bar exam and provides additional resources such as multistate professional responsibility exam review courses and an extended bar review program for second and third-year law students. The company also offers ongoing skills training and certifications in areas like financial crime and cybersecurity, catering to the evolving needs of legal practitioners and law firms. Formerly a subsidiary of Thomson Reuters Corporation, BARBRI continues to support legal education through innovative distance learning solutions.
Anthology
Acquisition in 2008
Anthology is a prominent provider of technology solutions tailored for higher education institutions. The company focuses on delivering software, strategies, and services that enhance academic engagement and operational efficiency. Its flagship product suite, CampusNexus®, encompasses comprehensive solutions for student management, customer relationship management, finance, human resources, and payroll. By partnering with over 2,000 campuses across 20 countries, Anthology aims to transform the educational landscape, enabling institutions to improve student success and streamline administrative processes. The company's offerings empower staff and institutional leaders with actionable insights, facilitating a supportive environment for students on their educational journeys.
Quisic
Private Equity Round in 2001
Quisic Corporation is engaged in the design and development of online learning programs. It provides custom content development services and e-learning software for corporate and academic use. In 2002, Quisic was acquired by EDT Learning, Inc.
Helix Education
Private Equity Round in 2000
At Helix Education, we offer solutions—founded in data and technology—throughout the student lifecycle that are designed to optimize education costs for students and the institutions that serve them. We provide a full array of marketing services that help colleges and universities connect with the right prospects and help them qualify students and build relationships that result in enrollment. Our coaching services and CRM software help schools keep a greater number of students engaged and moving toward graduation. Finally, we deliver a teaching environment through our Helix competency-based proprietary LMS that truly individualizes the learning experience.
Quisic Corporation is engaged in the design and development of online learning programs. It provides custom content development services and e-learning software for corporate and academic use. In 2002, Quisic was acquired by EDT Learning, Inc.