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Executive Vice President and GM, Academic and Professional Learning
20 past transactions
Knowledge Unlatched
Acquisition in 2021
Knowledge Unlatched is an innovative company that operates an open-access platform designed to provide free access to scholarly content for readers worldwide. It utilizes a crowdfunding model to support a diverse range of open-access book and journal content packages, facilitating the financial backing of partnerships among libraries and publishers. Through its efforts, Knowledge Unlatched aims to enhance the availability of academic resources and make scholarly information more accessible to a global audience.
J&J Editorial
Acquisition in 2021
J&J Editorial is a publishing company that specializes in providing comprehensive editorial and publishing services. The company offers professional management reviews and editorials, along with editorial office management, peer review, copyediting, proofreading, and production services. It also provides graphics and eJournal press support. By understanding the unique needs of its clients, J&J Editorial delivers efficient and tailored solutions to editorial offices, publishers, and societies, ensuring high-quality support across various aspects of the publishing process.
Hindawi
Acquisition in 2021
Hindawi is a commercial publisher based in London, England, specializing in peer-reviewed and fully Open Access research journals and papers. Founded in 1997, the company operates a platform that enables authors to publish academic journals across various fields, including science, technology, and medicine. Hindawi manages journals on behalf of third-party publishers, such as academic societies transitioning to open access, ensuring a streamlined publishing experience for authors, editors, and reviewers. The company's journals uphold rigorous peer review standards, supported by over 40,000 internationally recognized editors on their editorial boards. Many of Hindawi's publications are indexed in prominent databases, including the Science Citation Index, Scopus, PubMed, INSPEC, Mathematical Reviews, and Chemical Abstracts.
Bio-Rad Laboratories - Informatics products
Acquisition in 2020
Bio-Rad Laboratories, Inc.’s Informatics products including the company’s spectroscopy software and spectral databases.
Madgex
Acquisition in 2020
Madgex is a SaaS-based company specializing in career technology, serving media owners, online recruitment businesses, and associations. Founded in 2000 and headquartered in Toronto, Ontario, the company develops job board and recruiting software designed to enhance digital advertising revenue for its clients. Madgex offers a comprehensive suite of services that includes CV databases, mobile applications, job board design, search engine optimization, resume search software, and online recruiting solutions. Additionally, the company provides tools for classified job postings and career center management, enabling users to effectively connect job seekers with employers. With its innovative software, Madgex aims to streamline the recruitment process and improve job advertising outcomes.
mthree
Acquisition in 2020
mthree is an organization dedicated to bridging the IT skills gap by providing educational training services. It focuses on sourcing, training, and preparing aspiring students and professionals for careers in technology. By partnering with global organizations, mthree places its graduates in roles within financial institutions, technology companies, and government agencies, equipping them with the necessary skills for success. The company emphasizes clear career pathways and offers relocation assistance, paid training, competitive salaries, and opportunities for progression. By fostering a global community of engaged employees, mthree enhances the technical capabilities of its partners and supports the development of the next generation of IT and tech talent. In January 2020, mthree was acquired by John Wiley & Sons, a prominent global publisher known for its educational services.
zyBooks
Acquisition in 2019
zyBooks, founded in 2012 by Smita Bakshi and Frank Vahid, focuses on enhancing the educational experience for STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math) students. Recognizing that over half of STEM students do not complete their degrees, zyBooks offers a web-native learning platform designed to address the challenges posed by traditional textbooks. By leveraging interactivity, zyBooks minimizes text and replaces it with question sets, animations, and embedded homework, allowing students to learn through practical engagement. The content is collaboratively developed by a team of experienced professors and content creators, ensuring its relevance and effectiveness. Since its inception, zyBooks has expanded from a few universities to over 200 colleges and universities, along with several high schools, providing a cost-effective and supportive alternative to conventional learning materials.
Knewton
Acquisition in 2019
Knewton, Inc. is a New York-based company that specializes in providing an online adaptive learning engine. Founded in 2008, Knewton's platform offers students personalized study recommendations, teachers access to analytics for improved student support, and publishers valuable content insights for creating effective digital products. The company focuses on adaptive learning solutions across various subjects, including mathematics, economics, biology, chemistry, and more, particularly for higher education. Knewton's technology is utilized by educational institutions and companies globally, with additional offices in London, Tokyo, Singapore, and Dubai. The company has received recognition as a "Technology Pioneer" from the World Economic Forum and has been acknowledged multiple times as one of the most innovative companies in education.
The Learning House
Acquisition in 2018
The Learning House, founded in 2001, specializes in assisting small independent schools in developing distance learning programs tailored for non-traditional students. Its innovative "no upfront cost" business model empowers these institutions to compete effectively with larger state colleges. The company provides a range of diversified educational services, including online program management, enterprise learning systems, and expertise in research and analytics. Additionally, it focuses on marketing, enrollment, retention, and instructional design. The Learning House offers technology-enabled graduate and undergraduate programs, short courses, boot camps, and professional development services. By emphasizing data-driven decision-making, the company helps colleges and universities enhance student acquisition and improve educational outcomes.
Ranku
Acquisition in 2016
Ranku is an online platform based in Seattle, Washington, that specializes in supporting colleges to enhance their online degree enrollment through predictive analytics. The company provides a recruitment tool designed to leverage data insights for institutions seeking to attract more students to their online programs. In 2016, Ranku was acquired by John Wiley & Sons and operates as a subsidiary of Deltak edu, Inc. Through its innovative approach, Ranku aims to facilitate the growth of online education offerings at higher education institutions.
Atypon
Acquisition in 2016
Atypon Systems specializes in online publishing software aimed at improving digital content delivery, discovery, and monetization for professional and scholarly publishers. Its primary offerings include Literatum, a leading platform tailored for publishers, and RightSuite, an enterprise access and commerce platform for media organizations. Atypon's solutions encompass self-service publishing and e-commerce features, such as automated marketing, content management, and sales tools, enabling clients to focus on content creation while maintaining control over its delivery and branding. The company positions itself as a key technology partner for the information industry, assisting clients in leveraging new technologies and overcoming technical challenges.
AnalystSuccess
Acquisition in 2015
AnalystSuccess is an educational provider specializing in study materials and training for candidates preparing for the Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) exams. As a subsidiary of John Wiley & Sons Inc., the company offers a straightforward and effective learning experience, encompassing comprehensive packages that cover all three levels of the CFA exam. By focusing on the needs of candidates, AnalystSuccess aims to enhance their understanding and readiness for the challenges of the CFA certification process.
CrossKnowledge
Acquisition in 2014
CrossKnowledge specializes in corporate digital learning solutions aimed at enhancing the skills of individuals, teams, and organizations. With over 20 years of experience, the company offers a personalized learning experience that combines high-quality digital content, developed in collaboration with renowned experts, and an advanced learning platform utilizing both human and artificial intelligence. CrossKnowledge provides a range of integrated training formats, including blended, social, mobile, and mentored learning, to support the development of essential human and leadership skills. The company's commitment to client success is reinforced by a dedicated Client Success Team, which ensures organizations effectively equip their employees for success. As part of Wiley, a leading research and education provider, CrossKnowledge has reached over 12 million learners across 130 countries.
Profiles International
Acquisition in 2014
Profiles International helps organizations worldwide create high‐performing workforces by specializing in a comprehensive suite of talent management solutions. Profiles’ clients gain a competitive advantage by understanding their people at the deepest levels. This helps them select the right people for the right role and manage them to their fullest potential.
Deltak.edu
Acquisition in 2012
Deltak.edu is an online education company.
Inscape Publishing
Acquisition in 2012
Inscape Publishing is a specialized publisher of soft skills training material used by independent training consultants, corporations and their employees .
WhatsonWhen
Acquisition in 2006
WhatsonWhen Limited specializes in travel and entertainment content solutions, focusing on providing a comprehensive guide to various events, including music, arts, sports, and nightlife. Founded in 1999 and headquartered in London, the company offers services that encompass video content for online and interactive platforms, bespoke video guides for tourist offices, and event information across multiple sectors. It caters to a diverse clientele, including airlines, banks, hotels, and travel agents, delivering tailored content and content management solutions designed to enhance user engagement and drive online conversions. With a strong emphasis on multi-platform accessibility, WhatsonWhen publishes an online calendar of cultural events globally, while also providing technology and services for content aggregation and website creation. The company was acquired by John Wiley & Sons, Inc. in 2006 and later sold to Google.
Sybex
Acquisition in 2005
Sybex is an IT certification training company that specializes in providing educational resources to help individuals maintain and enhance their skills in a rapidly evolving IT industry. The company offers a range of study guides and instructional materials designed to ensure that customers have access to high-quality content for their professional development. Additionally, Sybex provides services in computer book publishing, including the printing and distribution of materials focused on microcomputers and related subjects, facilitating effective learning for students and professionals alike.
Wrox Press
Acquisition in 2003
Wrox are a leading information provider for programmers. Publishing books written for programmers by programmers.
InPharm.com
Venture Round in 2000
InPharm.com is a B2B portal site for the pharmaceutical and healthcare industries.
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