American Cancer Society
Grant in 2022
The American Cancer Society (ACS) is a nationwide non-profit organization committed to eliminating cancer in the United States. Founded in 1913 and headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, with an additional office in Austin, Texas, ACS operates through eleven geographical divisions comprising both medical professionals and volunteers across more than 900 offices. The society's activities include funding research grants, operating public health campaigns, and providing support services such as the National Cancer Information Center, which assists one million callers annually. Notable achievements include discovering the link between smoking and cancer and supporting 47 Nobel Laureate researchers. ACS also organizes community events like Relay For Life and the Great American Smokeout, and operates thrift stores to raise funds. The organization generates revenue through licensing its name for products such as antismoking nicotine patches and orange juice.
Walden University
Acquisition in 2020
Walden University is an online institution based in Columbia, Maryland, dedicated to offering a diverse community of career professionals the opportunity to pursue higher education. The university provides a range of degree programs, including bachelor's, master's, and doctoral degrees, as well as certificates across various fields. These disciplines encompass health sciences, counseling, criminal justice, human services, management, psychology, education, public health, nursing, social work, public administration, and information technology. Walden University aims to empower students as scholar-practitioners, enabling them to effect positive social change through their professional endeavors.
OnCourse Learning
Acquisition in 2019
OnCourse Learning is an education and compliance solutions provider based in Milwaukee, WI, founded in 2007. The company specializes in offering online professional training services tailored to individuals, companies, educators, and government agencies. It focuses on delivering quality education across various sectors, including real estate, insurance, finance, and mortgage professionals. OnCourse Learning provides a range of services such as compliance training, licensure preparation, continuing education, and professional development through its four established brands: ProSchools, TrainingPro, Quickcert, and AHIT. The company is dedicated to helping clients achieve career success while minimizing compliance risks through engaging and flexible learning content. Recognized as one of America’s fastest-growing companies on the 2011 Inc. 5000 list, OnCourse Learning continues to support the professional growth and compliance needs of its customers.
Faculdade de Imperatriz
Acquisition in 2016
Faculdade de Imperatriz provides educational courses.
EduPristine
Series B in 2016
EduPristine is a leading training provider specializing in international certifications in Finance, Accounting, and Analytics. The company offers coaching classes for credentials such as CFA, FRM, CPA, and CMA, as well as programs in Business Analytics and Big Data & Hadoop. Founded by industry professionals with experience in investment banking and private equity, EduPristine aims to deliver high-quality training through its online platform. It has successfully conducted over 500,000 man-hours of training and has served notable clients including J. P. Morgan, Bank of America, and Ernst & Young, in addition to prestigious educational institutions like IIM Calcutta and ISB. Through its comprehensive curriculum and expert instruction, EduPristine facilitates certification and skill development for aspiring finance and analytics professionals.
Ibmec, founded in the 1970s, is a prominent Brazilian business school with campuses in Rio de Janeiro, Belo Horizonte, and Brasília, as well as partnerships in over ten cities across the country. It was the first institution in Brazil to offer an Executive MBA in Finance in 1985 and has since gained recognition as one of the country's leading business schools. With approximately 10,000 students enrolled in various programs, including undergraduate degrees, master's programs, MBAs, and specialized courses, Ibmec emphasizes academic excellence. The faculty comprises over 100 scholars, many of whom hold PhDs from top global universities and are engaged in advanced research initiatives. All of Ibmec's courses are accredited by the Brazilian Ministry of Education, and the institution has received numerous awards for the contributions of its faculty to academic journals and conferences. Through its comprehensive educational offerings, Ibmec aims to empower students to take charge of their futures and positively influence a globalized society.
Faculdade Ideal
Acquisition in 2014
Faculdade Ideal undergraduate programs in high-demand career fields.
Fanor Faculdades Nordeste
Acquisition in 2009
Fanor Faculdades Nordeste is a membership organization of professional persons.