Search over 86,000 Information Industry Mergers & Acquisitions:
Kader, acquired Smile Software B.V.
Like Smile Software B.V.
Education

Finance

Healthcare

Consumer

Human Capital

Media & Marketing

Software

Online & Mobile

Managed Services & IT Consulting

Private Equity

Miscellaneous

Online & Mobile
SaaS & Cloud

Software
Business Software

Search Breadth
Narrower
Broader
By Smile Software B.V.
Software

Online & Mobile

Online & Mobile
SaaS & Cloud

Software
Business Software

By Kader
Software

Online & Mobile

Online & Mobile
SaaS & Cloud

Software
Business Software

Kader Competitor`s Deals
Education

Finance

Healthcare

Consumer

Human Capital

Media & Marketing

Software

Online & Mobile

Managed Services & IT Consulting

Private Equity

Miscellaneous

Online & Mobile
E-Content

Media & Marketing
B2B Publishing and Information

Healthcare
Medical Education

Finance
Misc Finance

Education
Higher-Ed Institutions

Professional Training Services

K-20 Services

Search Breadth
Narrower
Broader
note: a single transaction may fall into multiple segments
view all transactions
All Segments
07/02/03 to 06/30/22
(3474 results)
Transactions
Tombstones
Trends
Highlights
Overview
Geography
Company
Like Smile Software B.V.
- buyer to watch list
- seller to watch list
closed 9/2/2020 via BNC Analysis
Kader, acquired Smile Software B.V.
synopsis: Kader, a Dutch agency specalizing in quality, safety, environment and information security, has acquired Smile Software, a Dutch provider of governance, risk management, and compliance (GRC) software. Smile's web-based solution enables businesses to control risks, perform audits, and register and deal with incidents and complaints.
buyer:
Kader
Kader is a Dutch agency specializing in quality, safety, environment and information security. Kader provides certification, HSE management, and training & education services. They offer a wide range of advice and training to help businesses move forward. "
target:
Smile Software B.V.
Smile Software is a Dutch provider of governance, risk management, and compliance (GRC) software. Smile's web-based solution enables businesses to control risks, perform audits, and register and deal with incidents and complaints. They also provide solutions for quality & safety and privacy.
price ($mm)
rev ($mm)
EBITDA ($mm)
EV / rev
EV / EBITDA
share
watch
bookmark
-
press release
closed 6/22/2022 via Company Press Release
Main Capital Partners BV, acquired Bizzdesign BV
synopsis: Main Capital Partners has acquired a majority stake in Bizzdesign, a global Enterprise Architecture software company. Bizzdesign’s Enterprise Architecture cloud platform helps customers with complex digital business changes by giving them insights to increase the success rate of business transformation and drive strategic execution.
buyer:
Main Capital Partners BV
Netherlands-based Main Capital is a strategic investor with an exclusive focus on the software sector in the Benelux, Germany, Austria, Switzerland, and Nordics regions. Within this sector, Main Capital is the most specialized company in management buyouts and later-stage growth capital. "
target:
Bizzdesign BV
Bizzdesign is a global Enterprise Architecture software company. Bizzdesign’s Enterprise Architecture cloud platform helps customers with complex digital business changes by giving them insights to increase the success rate of business transformation and drive strategic execution.
price ($mm)
rev ($mm)
EBITDA ($mm)
EV / rev
EV / EBITDA
share
watch
bookmark
-
press release
closed 2/28/2022 via BusinessWire
Riskonnect, Inc., acquired Sword GRC
synopsis: Riskonnect, the leader in integrated risk management (IRM) solutions, has acquired Sword GRC, a UK-based software company that specializes in project and enterprise risk management solutions, from Sword Group.
buyer parent:
Thoma Bravo, LLC
buyer: Riskonnect, Inc.
target: Sword GRC
buyer: Riskonnect, Inc.
Riskonnect is the trusted, preferred source of Integrated Risk Management technology, offering a growing suite of solutions on a world-class cloud-computing model that enables organizations to anticipate and manage strategic and operational risks across the enterprise. "
target parent:
Sword Group SE
target: Sword GRC
Sword GRC provides an award-winning platform for Governance, Risk and Compliance, made up of best-of-breed solutions that address the requirements of all enterprise market sectors.
price ($mm)
rev ($mm)
EBITDA ($mm)
EV / rev
EV / EBITDA
share
watch
bookmark
-
press release
closed 11/10/2021 via Company Press Release
Ideagen Plc, acquired CompliSpace Pty Ltd
synopsis: Ideagen PLC, a global provider of information management software, has acquired CompliSpace, an Australia-based RegTech provider. A fast-growing provider of Governance, Risk, Compliance and Policy Management software, CompliSpace offers risk-based software programs and education to organisations principally in the education and social care sectors.
buyer:
Ideagen Plc
(AIM:IDEA:$75.28)
Ideagen is a global technology company and supplier of regulatory and compliance solutions. Ideagen provides a common software platform and an integrated risk-based approach to meet multi-industry standards, enabling compliance with relevant laws, policies, and regulations. "
target:
CompliSpace Pty Ltd
CompliSpace is a Australia's leading provider of Governance, Risk, Compliance (GRC) and policy management programs, SaaS solutions and consulting services to a variety of organisations across a range of industry sectors. CompliSpace works with over 650 non-government schools across Australia.
price ($mm)
$78
rev ($mm)
$11
EBITDA ($mm)
EV / rev
7.1x
EV / EBITDA
share
watch
bookmark
-
press release
closed 10/22/2021 via BNC Analysis
Orion Advisor Solutions, acquired BasisCode
synopsis: End-to-end wealthtech powerhouse Orion Advisor Solutions is strengthening its compliance technology offering for clients by acquiring BasisCode Compliance, LLC, a leading provider of regulatory compliance and risk management technology.
buyer parent:
TA Associates
buyer: Orion Advisor Solutions
buyer: Orion Advisor Solutions
Orion Advisor Solutions is the premier provider of the tech-enabled fiduciary process that transforms the advisor-client relationship by enabling financial advisors to Prospect, Plan, Invest, and Achieve within a single, connected, technology-driven experience. "
target:
BasisCode
Founded in 2011, BasisCode Compliance LLC was the first compliance software company to reverse engineer a complete governance, risk and compliance (GRC) solution, including Code of Ethics administration.
price ($mm)
rev ($mm)
EBITDA ($mm)
EV / rev
EV / EBITDA
share
watch
bookmark
-
press release
closed 9/15/2021 via PR Newswire
Breakwater, acquired Clairvoya LLC
synopsis: Breakwater Solutions, a leader in information governance and data risk management, has completed the acquisition of Clairvoya, developer of an agile, enterprise-class data governance solution that solves complex challenges with data lineage for governance, privacy, and incident response.
buyer:
Breakwater
Breakwater helps enterprises mitigate risk and gain insight from sprawling information by combining technology automation and human expertise. Breakwater empowers governance, legal, and risk professionals to locate, access, analyze, and manage information by making data transparent and actionable. "
target:
Clairvoya LLC
Clairvoya is the developer of an agile, enterprise-class data governance solution that solves complex challenges with data lineage for governance, privacy, and incident response.
price ($mm)
rev ($mm)
EBITDA ($mm)
EV / rev
EV / EBITDA
share
watch
bookmark
-
press release
closed 7/19/2021 via BNC Analysis
Marlowe plc, acquired CoreStream
synopsis: Marlowe plc, the UK leader in business critical services and software which assure safety and regulatory compliance, has acquired CoreStream, a leading governance, risk and compliance (GRC) platform in the UK. CoreStream is a SaaS platform that features solutions for risk management, policy management, incident management, and more.
buyer:
Marlowe plc
(MRL.L:$243.20)
Marlowe is the UK leader in specialist services which assure safety and regulatory compliance. The company was formed to create sustainable shareholder value through the acquisition and development of businesses that provide regulated safety and compliance services. "
target:
CoreStream
CoreStream is a leading governance, risk and compliance (GRC) platform in the UK. CoreStream offers a SaaS solution that helps organisations to manage risk and compliance more efficiently. Their software features solutions for risk management, policy management, incident management, and more.
price ($mm)
$15
rev ($mm)
$6
EBITDA ($mm)
$2
EV / rev
4.4x
EV / EBITDA
12.0x
share
watch
bookmark
-
press release
closed 4/30/2021 via GlobeNewswire
Cority, acquired WeSustain
synopsis: Cority, the global enterprise EHS software provider, announced the acquisition of WeSustain, a specialist in developing innovative software solutions designed to support responsible business management and thought leaders at the intersection of environmental, social, and governance (ESG) and digitization.
buyer parent:
Thoma Bravo, LLC
buyer: Cority
buyer: Cority
Toronto-based Cority is the most trusted environmental, health, safety, and quality (EHSQ) software. Cority enables organizations to utilize EHSQ software to advance their journey and operational excellence by combining domain expertise with the most comprehensive and secure SaaS platform. "
target:
WeSustain
WeSustain is a specialist in developing innovative software solutions designed to support responsible business management and thought leaders at the intersection of environmental, social, and governance (ESG) and digitization.
price ($mm)
rev ($mm)
EBITDA ($mm)
EV / rev
EV / EBITDA
share
watch
bookmark
-
press release
announced 3/12/2021 via Company Press Release
SailPoint, will acquire ERP Maestro
synopsis: SailPoint Technologies Holdings, Inc., the leader in identity security for the cloud enterprise, announced its intent to acquire ERP Maestro, a SaaS governance, risk and compliance (GRC) solution.
buyer:
SailPoint
(SAIL:$438.95)
SailPoint is the leader in enterprise identity governance and brings the Power of Identity to customers worldwide. SailPoint’s open identity platform gives organizations the power to enter new markets, scale their workforces, embrace new technologies, innovate faster, and compete on a global basis. "
target:
ERP Maestro
ERP Maestro offers a SaaS governance, risk and compliance (GRC) solution. They are fast becoming a leading access security and compliance software solution for companies running SAP and their external auditors.
price ($mm)[EV]
$29 [$28]
rev ($mm)
EBITDA ($mm)
EV / rev
EV / EBITDA
share
watch
bookmark
-
press release
closed 2/25/2021 via BNC Analysis
Diligent, acquired Galvanize
synopsis: Vancouver-based Galvanize Inc. has been sold to private equity-backed Diligent Corp., the leading provider of secure corporate governance and collaboration solutions for boards and senior executives. Galvanize, formerly ACL, builds security, risk management, compliance, and audit software.
buyer parent:
Insight Venture Partners
buyer: Diligent (NZSE:DIL:$94.01)
buyer: Diligent (NZSE:DIL:$94.01)
Diligent is the leading provider of secure corporate governance and collaboration solutions for boards and senior executives. Clients rely on Diligent to provide secure, intuitive access to their most time-sensitive and confidential information, ultimately helping them make better decisions. "
target:
Galvanize
Galvanize, formerly ACL, builds security, risk management, compliance, and audit software. Their cloud-based GRC platform offers a flexible solution across the major risk management use cases shared by finance, IT, risk, and compliance leaders at the world’s largest enterprises and governments.
price ($mm)
$1,000
rev ($mm)
EBITDA ($mm)
EV / rev
EV / EBITDA
share
watch
bookmark
-
press release
closed 5/13/2020 via Company Press Release
GBTEC Software + Consulting AG, acquired avedos GRC GmbH
synopsis: The founder and CEO of GBTEC Software + Consulting AG, Gregor Greinke, and Samuel Brandstätter, founder and CEO of avedos GRC GmbH, officially announce the full acquisition of avedos by GBTEC. avedos has established itself with the software risk2value as one of the leading providers of GRC software in Europe.
buyer:
GBTEC Software + Consulting AG
GBTEC Software + Consulting AG is a specialist for business process management and governance, risk, and compliance solutions. The company combines consulting and software engineering successfully under one roof. "
target:
avedos GRC GmbH
avedos has established itself with the software risk2value as one of the leading providers of GRC software in Europe. Large Austrian and German enterprises as well as international groups, including well-known brands such as RWE, Henkel, and MAN, rely on avedos and its products.
price ($mm)
rev ($mm)
EBITDA ($mm)
EV / rev
EV / EBITDA
share
watch
bookmark
-
press release
closed 3/31/2020 via Company Press Release
Data Legal Drive, acquired Captain DPO
synopsis: Data Legal Drive, a French software company that specializes in compliance management, has acquired Captain DPO from Jamespot, a French software company. Captain DPO is a SaaS-based solution in France that helps data protection officers to manage the compliance of their organization and meet the requirements of the European GDPR.
buyer:
Data Legal Drive
target: Captain DPO
Data Legal Drive is a French software company that specializes in compliance management. Data Legal Drive offers a highly innovative SaaS platform that allows companies to accelerate their GDPR compliance by digitizing their data governance. "
target parent:
Jamespot
target: Captain DPO
Captain DPO is a French provider of compliance management software solutions. Captain DPO is a SaaS-based solution that helps data protection officers to manage the compliance of their organization and meet the requirements of the European General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR).
price ($mm)
rev ($mm)
EBITDA ($mm)
EV / rev
EV / EBITDA
share
watch
bookmark
-
press release
closed 3/16/2020 via BusinessWire
Riskonnect, Inc., acquired Xactium
synopsis: Riskonnect, the leader in integrated risk management solutions, has acquired Xactium, a UK-based GRC software provider that revolutionizes the way enterprises evaluate and manage enterprise risk and compliance.
buyer parent:
Thoma Bravo, LLC
buyer: Riskonnect, Inc.
buyer: Riskonnect, Inc.
Riskonnect is the trusted, preferred source of Integrated Risk Management technology, offering a growing suite of solutions on a world-class cloud-computing model that enables organizations to anticipate and manage strategic and operational risks across the enterprise. "
target:
Xactium
Xactium is a leading enterprise cloud computing company delivering Governance, Risk and Compliance (GRC) solutions on the world's leading cloud computing platform. They are based in London, UK.
price ($mm)
rev ($mm)
EBITDA ($mm)
EV / rev
EV / EBITDA
share
watch
bookmark
-
press release
closed 12/23/2019 via BNC Analysis
Togotis Holdings, acquired Clym Ltd.
synopsis: Togotis Holdings, a holding company in Matthews, North Carolina, has acquired Clym, Ltd., a global leader in organizational data privacy solutions. Clym offers a data privacy platform that covers 6 main areas of compliance and helps users to collect and manage data that is relevant for their company.
buyer:
Togotis Holdings
Togotis Holdings is a holding company in Matthews, North Carolina. Togotis Holdings aims to be a leader in the data privacy market and help all organizations meet data privacy regulation requirements. "
target:
Clym Ltd.
Clym is a global leader in organizational data privacy solutions. Clym offers a data privacy platform that helps organisations meet their data protection obligations. Their platform covers 6 main areas of compliance and helps users to collect and manage data that is relevant for their company.
price ($mm)
rev ($mm)
EBITDA ($mm)
EV / rev
EV / EBITDA
share
watch
bookmark
-
press release
closed 11/19/2019 via PR Newswire
TrustArc Inc, acquired Nymity Inc.
synopsis: TrustArc, a leader in privacy compliance and data protection solutions, has acquired Toronto-based Nymity, a provider of privacy compliance software solutions that minimize time to compliance with the world's privacy laws. Together, the two organizations will accelerate the development of the next generation of technology-driven privacy solutions.
buyer:
TrustArc Inc
TrustArc is the leader in privacy compliance and data protection solutions, offering a combination of technology, services, and TRUSTe certification solutions. TrustArc addresses all phases of privacy program management and delivers innovative privacy solutions to companies across all industries. "
target:
Nymity Inc.
Toronto-based Nymity provides privacy compliance software solutions that minimize time to compliance with the world's privacy laws. Nymity solutions reduce complexity and improve responsiveness to the business as they are based on four levels of research maintained in an Expert Privacy Platform.
price ($mm)
rev ($mm)
EBITDA ($mm)
EV / rev
EV / EBITDA
share
watch
bookmark
-
press release
closed 10/1/2019 via GlobeNewswire
Nasdaq, Inc., acquired Center for Board Excellence
synopsis: Nasdaq, Inc. has acquired the Center for Board Excellence (CBE), a provider of corporate governance and compliance solutions for boards of directors, CEOs, corporate secretaries, and general counsels. Nasdaq plans to combine CBE with its Nasdaq Governance Solutions business, which operates board portal and collaboration technology solutions.
buyer:
Nasdaq, Inc.
(NasdaqGS:NDAQ:$5,770.00)
Nasdaq is a leading global provider of trading, clearing, exchange technology, listing, information and public company services. Through its diverse portfolio of solutions, Nasdaq enables customers to plan, optimize and execute their business vision with confidence. "
target:
Center for Board Excellence
The Center for Board Excellence (CBE) is the corporate governance leader producing board assessments and related governance and compliance services globally. CBE streamlines laborious, costly, and previously paper-based processes through its proprietary EnGauge cloud-based platform.
price ($mm)
rev ($mm)
EBITDA ($mm)
EV / rev
EV / EBITDA
share
watch
bookmark
-
press release
closed 6/12/2019 via PR Newswire
Exterro Inc., acquired Jordan Lawrence Group
synopsis: Exterro, a provider of e-discovery and information governance software specifically designed for corporate legal and IT teams, has acquired of Jordan Lawrence Group, a provider of data privacy and data management software. Jordan Lawrence Group specializes in the fields of data privacy, data minimization, and vendor process risk management.
buyer:
Exterro Inc.
Exterro®, Inc. is the leading provider of e-discovery and privacy software specifically designed for in-house legal, privacy and IT teams at Global 2000 and Am Law 200 organizations. Exterro software helps organizations address their regulatory, compliance and litigation risks more effectively. "
target:
Jordan Lawrence Group
Jordan Lawrence is a leading software and services company specializing in regulatory and legal compliance in the fields of data privacy, data minimization, and vendor process risk management. For more than 30 years, Jordan Lawrence has helped more than 1,000 clients meet data privacy regulations.
price ($mm)
rev ($mm)
EBITDA ($mm)
EV / rev
EV / EBITDA
share
watch
bookmark
-
press release
closed 3/13/2019 via Company Press Release
Prevalent Networks, acquired 3GRC Limited
synopsis: Prevalent, Inc., the only unified platform for managing third-party risk, has acquired 3GRC, a leading global provider of risk and compliance services and solutions. 3GRC's risk management platform helps businesses enhance transparency, reduce risk and improve operational efficiency.
buyer:
Prevalent Networks
Prevalent is the leader in third-party risk management and cyber threat intelligence, helping global organizations manage and monitor the security threats and risks associated with third and fourth-party vendors. Prevalent introduced the only Unified Platform for Third-Party Risk Management. "
target:
3GRC Limited
3GRC is a leading global provider of risk and compliance services and solutions. Its risk management platform combined with expert governance and risk and compliance service, helps businesses enhance transparency, reduce risk and improve operational efficiency.
price ($mm)
rev ($mm)
EBITDA ($mm)
EV / rev
EV / EBITDA
share
watch
bookmark
-
press release
closed 1/9/2019 via BNC Analysis
ClearView Continuity merged with Assurance Software,
synopsis: Assurance Software, the leading provider of comprehensive business continuity and disaster recovery software and services, announced a merger with ClearView Continuity, a web based platform that helps organizations to manage effectively their Business Continuity Management (BCM) activity.
buyer parent:
Resurgens Technology Partners
buyer: Assurance Software
buyer: Assurance Software
Assurance helps businesses develop an end-to-end business continuity program, including business impact analysis, incident management, disaster recovery planning and reporting and emergency notification management. "
target:
ClearView Continuity
ClearView is a web based platform that helps organizations to manage effectively their Business Continuity Management (BCM) activity, encompassing risk assessment, business impact analysis (BIA), plan development, exercise and testing and all areas of compliance.
price ($mm)
rev ($mm)
EBITDA ($mm)
EV / rev
EV / EBITDA
share
watch
bookmark
-
press release
announced 6/4/2018 via BNC Analysis
Quess Corp Limited, will acquire Simpliance Technologies Pvt. Ltd.
synopsis: Quess Corp, India's leading integrated business services provider, will increase its stake in Simpliance from 45% to 53%. Simpliance is a company in India that provides technology-based governance, risk and compliance solutions. They offer GRC tools like risk management, regulatory compliance and audit software to optimize business performance.
buyer parent:
Thomascook.in
buyer: Quess Corp Limited (BSE:539978:$918.70)
buyer: Quess Corp Limited (BSE:539978:$918.70)
Quess Corp Limited, established in 2007, is India's leading integrated business services provider. Quess serves over 1700+ customers across 4 segments namely, Global Technology Solutions, People & Services, Integrated Facility Management and Industrials. "
target:
Simpliance Technologies Pvt. Ltd.
Simpliance is a company in India that provides technology-based governance, risk and compliance solutions to organizations varying from large corporates to start-ups. They offer GRC tools like risk management, regulatory compliance and audit software to optimize business performance.
price ($mm)
$0.30*
rev ($mm)
EBITDA ($mm)
EV / rev
EV / EBITDA
share
watch
bookmark
-
press release
Pages:
- buyer to watch list
- seller to watch list
closed 9/2/2020 via BNC Analysis
Kader, acquired Smile Software B.V.
synopsis: Kader, a Dutch agency specalizing in quality, safety, environment and information security, has acquired Smile Software, a Dutch provider of governance, risk management, and compliance (GRC) software. Smile's web-based solution enables businesses to control risks, perform audits, and register and deal with incidents and complaints.
buyer:
Kader
Kader is a Dutch agency specializing in quality, safety, environment and information security. Kader provides certification, HSE management, and training & education services. They offer a wide range of advice and training to help businesses move forward. "
target:
Smile Software B.V.
Smile Software is a Dutch provider of governance, risk management, and compliance (GRC) software. Smile's web-based solution enables businesses to control risks, perform audits, and register and deal with incidents and complaints. They also provide solutions for quality & safety and privacy.
price ($mm)
rev ($mm)
EBITDA ($mm)
EV / rev
EV / EBITDA
share
watch
bookmark
-
press release
- buyer to watch list
- seller to watch list
closed 9/2/2020 via BNC Analysis
Kader, acquired Smile Software B.V.
synopsis: Kader, a Dutch agency specalizing in quality, safety, environment and information security, has acquired Smile Software, a Dutch provider of governance, risk management, and compliance (GRC) software. Smile's web-based solution enables businesses to control risks, perform audits, and register and deal with incidents and complaints.
buyer:
Kader
Kader is a Dutch agency specializing in quality, safety, environment and information security. Kader provides certification, HSE management, and training & education services. They offer a wide range of advice and training to help businesses move forward. "
target:
Smile Software B.V.
Smile Software is a Dutch provider of governance, risk management, and compliance (GRC) software. Smile's web-based solution enables businesses to control risks, perform audits, and register and deal with incidents and complaints. They also provide solutions for quality & safety and privacy.
price ($mm)
rev ($mm)
EBITDA ($mm)
EV / rev
EV / EBITDA
share
watch
bookmark
-
press release
- buyer to watch list
- seller to watch list
announced 1/24/2022 via GlobeNewswire
Colibri Group, will acquire Becker Professional Education
synopsis: Colibri Group, a Gridiron Capital company, is to acquire Becker Professional Education and OnCourse Learning. Becker provides CPA Exam Review, CMA Exam Review and CPE (Continued Professional Education). OnCourse Learning offers continuing education, pre-licensing and corporate training.
buyer parent:
Gridiron Capital, LLC
buyer: Colibri Group
target: Becker Professional Education
buyer: Colibri Group
Colibri Group helps millions of licensed professionals manage and advance their careers through online learning solutions for licensing, continuing education and professional development, all powered by its proprietary ColibriConnect technology platform. "
target parent:
Adtalem Global Education Inc.
target: Becker Professional Education
Becker provides CPA Exam Review, CMA Exam Review and CPE (Continued Professional Education) with expert instructors, high-quality content, flexible learning formats including on-demand resources and webcasts. OnCourse Learning offers continuing education, pre-licensing and corporate training.
price ($mm)
$500
rev ($mm)
EBITDA ($mm)
EV / rev
EV / EBITDA
share
watch
bookmark
-
press release
closed 10/5/2021 via Company Press Release
NIIT Ltd, acquired RPS Consulting
synopsis: NIIT, a global skills and talent development company, has acquired a majority stake in RPS Consulting, a provider of training and professional certification services in India. RPS Consulting provides IT and softskills/behavioural trainings to enterprises. They offer services for on-site training, instructor-led training, webinars, and more.
buyer:
NIIT Ltd
(BSE:532541:$140.77)
Established in 1981, NIIT Limited, a global leader in Skills and Talent Development, offers multi-disciplinary learning management and training delivery solutions to corporations, institutions, and individuals in over 40 countries. "
target:
RPS Consulting
RPS Consulting is a provider of world-class training and professional certification services in India. RPS Consulting provides IT and softskills/behavioural trainings to enterprises across India and the globe. They offer services for on-site training, instructor-led training, webinars, and more.
price ($mm)
$11*
rev ($mm)
$14
EBITDA ($mm)
EV / rev
1.1x
EV / EBITDA
share
watch
bookmark
-
press release
closed 8/4/2021 via BNC Analysis
Astronaut, acquired POPSkul
synopsis: Astronaut, a mobile-first recruitment platform in Indonesia, has acquired POPSkul, an on-demand skill certification platform in Indonesia. POPSkul provides a fast and easy way to get certified. The platform offers online certification tests for English language proficiency, business communications, information technology, and more.
buyer:
Astronaut
Astronaut is a mobile-first recruitment platform in Indonesia. Astronaut enables companies to effectively pick candidates from a larger pool of applicants. Their platform allows users to create Q&A sessions with video-selfies and collaborate with their team to decide and make accurate hires. "
target:
POPSkul
POPSkul is an on-demand skill certification platform in Indonesia. POPSkul provides a fast and easy way to get certified. The platform offers online certification tests for English language proficiency, business communications, information technology, and more.
price ($mm)
rev ($mm)
EBITDA ($mm)
EV / rev
EV / EBITDA
share
watch
bookmark
-
press release
closed 8/4/2021 via GlobeNewswire
UpGrad, acquired KnowledgeHut
synopsis: Global online higher education provider upGrad has acquired KnowledgeHut, a global EdTech company. Founded in 2011, KnowledgeHut is aimed at equipping the global workforce with the skills of the future through outcome-based immersive learning. With this acquisition, upGrad will have access to KnowledgeHut’s global student pool of 250,000.
buyer:
UpGrad
UpGrad is an online higher education platform in India that provides rigorous industry relevant programs designed and delivered in collaboration with world-class faculty and industry. UpGrad merges the latest technology, pedagogy and services to create an immersive learning experience. "
target:
KnowledgeHut
KnowledgeHut is a global ed-tech company. Leveraging an immersive learning experience platform, KnowledgeHut is fundamentally disrupting the way tech is learnt and empowering enterprises with a scalable tech-driven solution to align role-based skill requirements with desired business outcomes.
price ($mm)
rev ($mm)
EBITDA ($mm)
EV / rev
EV / EBITDA
share
watch
bookmark
-
press release
announced 7/20/2021 via Company Press Release
Blackstone Group LP, will acquire Simplilearn
synopsis: Blackstone announced that private equity funds managed by Blackstone have entered into a definitive agreement to acquire a controlling stake in Simplilearn Solutions Pvt. Ltd., a leading online learning ‘bootcamp’ based in India offering digital skills training and courses to working professionals all over the world.
buyer:
Blackstone Group LP
(BX:$16,433.94)
Blackstone is one of the world's leading investment firms. Their asset management businesses, with over $649 billion in assets under management, include investment vehicles focused on private equity, real estate, public debt and equity, non-investment grade credit, real assets and secondary funds. "
target:
Simplilearn
Simplilearn is the world’s #1 online bootcamp and one of the world’s leading certification training providers. They partner with companies and individuals to address their unique needs, providing training and coaching that helps working professionals achieve their career goals.
price ($mm)
$250
rev ($mm)
EBITDA ($mm)
EV / rev
EV / EBITDA
share
watch
bookmark
-
press release
closed 2/3/2021 via BNC Analysis
ICS Learn, acquired Acacia Learning Limited
synopsis: ICS Learn Group, the UK’s leading online learning organisation of professional qualifications, has acquired fellow provider Acacia Learning, a learning company founded on a passion to deliver the highest quality and most flexible training programs possible.
buyer parent:
Primary Capital Partners LLP
buyer: ICS Learn
buyer: ICS Learn
ICS Learn, based in Scotland, is an award-winning online learning organisation that provides globally recognised professional qualifications for individuals and businesses. Founded in 1889, they’ve been pioneers in distance learning for more than 130 years. "
target:
Acacia Learning Limited
Acacia Learning, based in the United Kingdom, is a learning company founded on a passion to deliver the highest quality and most flexible training programmes possible – ones that make a real difference to learners and employers alike.
price ($mm)
rev ($mm)
EBITDA ($mm)
EV / rev
EV / EBITDA
share
watch
bookmark
-
press release
closed 1/27/2021 via PR Newswire
MindEdge, Inc., acquired Acuity Institute
synopsis: Edtech firm MindEdge Learning announced its acquisition of Acuity Institute, a global leader in operational excellence training, coaching, and consulting solutions. With the acquisition of Acuity Institute, MindEdge Learning will expand its footprint in all aspects of online learning.
buyer:
MindEdge, Inc.
MindEdge's mission is to improve the way the world learns. With a focus on digital-first learning resources, from academic courseware to professional development courses, MindEdge's approach to best practices in online education focuses on learners' needs, professional development, and more. "
target:
Acuity Institute
Acuity Institute has built an excellent reputation for providing its customers with effective Operational Excellence training, coaching, and consulting designed to high standard of expertise. They are leading experts in Lean Six Sigma, Lean, Change Management, and Project Leadership curriculums.
price ($mm)
rev ($mm)
EBITDA ($mm)
EV / rev
EV / EBITDA
share
watch
bookmark
-
press release
announced 6/17/2020 via PR Newswire
Zhengdong Zhu and Baohong Yin, will acquire China Distance Education Holdings Limited
synopsis: China Distance Education Holdings Limited, a leading provider of online education and value-added services for professionals and corporate clients in China, will have all outstanding ordinary shares acquired by its co-founders Mr. Zhengdong Zhu, chairman of the Board and chief executive officer, and Ms. Baohong Yin, deputy chairman of the Board.
buyer:
Zhengdong Zhu and Baohong Yin
Zhengdong Zhu is the co-founder, Chairman of the Board and chief executive officer of China Distance Education Holdings Limited. Baohong Yin is the co-founder and deputy chairm of the board of China Distance Education Holdings Limited. "
target:
China Distance Education Holdings Limited
(DL:$223.74)
China Distance Education Holdings Limited is a provider of online education and value-added services for professionals and corporate clients in China. The courses offered through its websites help professionals seeking to obtain and maintain professional licenses and to enhance their job skills.
price ($mm)[EV]
$188 [$111]*
rev ($mm)
$224
EBITDA ($mm)
$59
EV / rev
1.3x
EV / EBITDA
4.8x
share
watch
bookmark
-
press release
closed 5/22/2019 via PR Newswire
Clicksafety.com, Inc., acquired SPAN Safety Workshops
synopsis: ClickSafety, a leader in online safety training for construction and general industries, has acquired SPAN International Training, the leading provider of certification exam study materials for safety, health and environmental professionals.
buyer parent:
Blackstone Group LP
buyer: Clicksafety.com, Inc.
buyer: Clicksafety.com, Inc.
ClickSafety, a leader in online safety training for construction and general industries, has delivered award-winning online safety training to more than 10,000 organizations worldwide. It was the first to offer the OSHA 10-Hour and OSHA 30-Hour safety courses online. "
target:
SPAN Safety Workshops
SPAN International Training LLC, is the leading provider of certification exam study materials for safety, health and environmental professionals. SPAN professional development programs help clients achieve important career goals through advancing competencies for safety management excellence.
price ($mm)
rev ($mm)
EBITDA ($mm)
EV / rev
EV / EBITDA
share
watch
bookmark
-
press release
closed 9/26/2018 via BNC Analysis
Cours Legendre SAS, acquired Methodia SAS
synopsis: Methodia has been bought by Les Cours Legendre, a French tutoring company. Based in Lyon and Paris, Methodia is a major player in the innovative training market. Methodia offers innovative training courses for individuals and businesses to help them succeed in their professional challenges.
buyer parent:
AXA Group
buyer: Cours Legendre SAS
buyer: Cours Legendre SAS
For more than 50 years, Les Cours Legendre has been helping students succeed through its tutoring and support services. Based in France, Cours Legendre is the expert in all aspects of school support. "
target:
Methodia SAS
Based in Lyon and Paris, Methodia is a major player in the innovative training market. Methodia offers innovative training courses for individuals and businesses to help them succeed in their professional challenges, everywhere.
price ($mm)
rev ($mm)
$1
EBITDA ($mm)
EV / rev
0.0x
EV / EBITDA
share
watch
bookmark
-
press release
announced 4/13/2018 via Company Press Release
PSI Services LLC, will purchase eAssessment Business from learndirect
synopsis: PSI Services LLC (PSI), a global workforce solution provider, will acquire the assets of learndirect’s eAssessment business. learndirect is the UK’s largest integrated training provider. The eAssessment business includes learndirect’s UK test centre network, technology and call centre along with all associated staff.
buyer parent:
Waud Capital Partners, LLC
buyer: PSI Services LLC
seller: learndirect
buyer: PSI Services LLC
PSI Services LLC (PSI) has 70 years of experience providing worldwide testing solutions to corporations, Federal and State government agencies, professional associations and certifying bodies. PSI offers a comprehensive solutions approach from test development to delivery to results processing. "
seller parent:
Lloyds Banking Group
seller: learndirect
learndirect's eAssessment business includes learndirect’s UK test centre network, technology and call centre along with all associated staff. learndirect is the UK’s largest integrated training provider. The company has supported 75,000 organisations to improve the skills of their workforce.
price ($mm)
rev ($mm)
EBITDA ($mm)
EV / rev
EV / EBITDA
share
watch
bookmark
-
press release
closed 5/10/2013 via BNC Analysis
BSI Group, acquired NCS International Pty Ltd
synopsis: British Standards Institution (BSI), the business standards company, has completed the acquisition of NCS International (NCSI). NCSI offers a variety of internationally recognized business verification, assessment and certification programs across industry sectors including food, health and services, mining and utilities.
buyer:
BSI Group
target: NCS International Pty Ltd
BSI (British Standards Institution) is a global organization that equips businesses with the necessary solutions to turn standards of best practice into habits of excellence. It was the world’s first National Standards Body and a founding member of the International Organization for Standardization."
target parent:
National Association of Testing Authorities
target: NCS International Pty Ltd
NCS International is one of Australia's largest certification bodies which offers a wide array of auditing, training, and accredited certification solutions.
price ($mm)
rev ($mm)
EBITDA ($mm)
EV / rev
EV / EBITDA
share
watch
bookmark
-
press release
closed 12/6/2006 via Company Press Release
ABRY Partners, acquired Psychological Services, Inc.
synopsis: Berkery, Noyes & Co., LLC, one of the leading independent investment banks serving the information and technology markets, announces that it represented Psychological Services, Inc. (PSI), in its transaction with ABRY Partners, LLC, a leading private equity group. ABRY invested in PSI to provide capital to accelerate PSI's impressive growth.
buyer:
ABRY Partners
ABRY Partners is one of the most experienced and successful media-focused private equity investment firms in North America. Since 1989, ABRY has completed over $7.0 billion of leveraged transactions and other private equity investments, representing investments in more than 450 media properties. "
target:
Psychological Services, Inc.
Psychological Services, Inc. is an industry-leading provider of assessment and evaluation programs for corporations, state governments and professional associations. PSI provides a range of assessments for pre-employment selection, evaluation, placement, and licensure and certification.
price ($mm)
rev ($mm)
EBITDA ($mm)
EV / rev
EV / EBITDA
share
watch
bookmark
-
press release
announced 11/19/2021 via BusinessWire
Eurazeo, will acquire Scaled Agile Inc.
synopsis: Eurazeo is acquiring Scaled Agile, Inc., a portfolio company of Leeds Equity Partners (Leeds Equity) and Rubicon Technology Partners. Scaled Agile is a leading global provider of the framework, platform, professional training content and certifications for implementing business agility practices across the enterprise.
buyer:
Eurazeo
(ENXTPA:RF:$6,149.19)
target: Scaled Agile Inc.
Eurazeo is a leading global investment group, with a diversified portfolio of €27.0 billion in Assets Under Management, including €19.2 billion from third parties, invested in over 450 companies. "
target parent:
Leeds Equity Partners
target: Scaled Agile Inc.
Scaled Agile helps large enterprises achieve better outcomes, increase employee engagement, and improve business economics through the adoption of Lean-Agile principles and practices based on the Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe). Scaled Agile provides training, certification, and consulting services.
price ($mm)
$300
rev ($mm)
EBITDA ($mm)
EV / rev
EV / EBITDA
share
watch
bookmark
-
press release
announced 10/14/2020 via PR Newswire
SkillSoft Limited, will acquire Global Knowledge, Inc.
synopsis: Skillsoft, the global leader in corporate learning will acquire Global Knowledge. Global Knowledge is the world's leading technology skills training provider, supporting major enterprises and tech professionals with innovative and flexible learning solutions.
buyer:
SkillSoft Limited
(SKIL:$0.00)
target: Global Knowledge, Inc.
Skillsoft is the global leader in corporate learning, providing the most engaging learner experience and high-quality content. Their mission is to build beautiful technology and engaging content that drives business impact for today's modern enterprise. "
target parent:
Rhone Group
target: Global Knowledge, Inc.
Global Knowledge is the world's leading technology skills training provider, supporting major enterprises and tech professionals with innovative and flexible learning solutions, Anytime, Anyplace, and Anyhow.
price ($mm)
$233
rev ($mm)
EBITDA ($mm)
EV / rev
EV / EBITDA
share
watch
bookmark
-
press release
announced 6/29/2018 via BusinessWire
The Kevin Ross Gruneich Legacy Trust, will acquire Learning Tree International, Inc.
synopsis: Learning Tree International, a trusted partner delivering mission-critical IT training and certifications, announced one of its founders, Dr. David C. Collins, and his wife, Mrs. Mary C. Collins, have entered into a definitive Securities Purchase Agreement selling their shares (approximately 58%) to The Kevin Ross Gruneich Legacy Trust.
buyer:
The Kevin Ross Gruneich Legacy Trust
The Kevin Ross Gruneich Legacy Trust is a wealth trust of Mr. Kevin Gruneich. Mr. Gruneich currently serves on the Board of The University of Iowa Center for Advancement and on its Investment Committee, as well as on the Advisory Board for Spy Hop Productions, a leading youth media arts program. "
target:
Learning Tree International, Inc.
(LTRE:$66.83)
Learning Tree International is a trusted, global partner delivering mission-critical IT training and certifications, as well as the communication and critical thinking skills necessary to effectively deploy and deliver major IT initiatives.
price ($mm)[EV]
$7.50 [$4.49]*
rev ($mm)
$67
EBITDA ($mm)
$1
EV / rev
0.2x
EV / EBITDA
7.5x
share
watch
bookmark
-
press release
announced 12/21/2016 via GlobeNewswire
Hexatronic Group AB, will acquire Iftac AB
synopsis: Hexatronic Group AB, an innovative Swedish technology group specializing in fiber communications, entered into an agreement to acquire all shares in Iftac AB. Iftac, based in Hudiksvall, Sweden, conducts training and certification in IT and telecommunications.
buyer:
Hexatronic Group AB
(OM:HTRO:$275.60)
Hexatronic is an innovative Swedish technology group, specializing in fiber communications. They provide products and solutions for the fiber optic network and together, their five independent, entrepreneurial companies offer a full range of passive infrastructure. "
target:
Iftac AB
Based in Hudiksvall, Sweden, Iftac provides IT and telecommunications training and certification. Iftac offers Scandinavia’s most complete broadband infrastructure training.
price ($mm)
$0.95
rev ($mm)
EBITDA ($mm)
EV / rev
EV / EBITDA
share
watch
bookmark
-
press release
closed 12/11/2014 via PR Newswire
SolutionsIQ, acquired BigVisible Solutions, Inc.
synopsis: SolutionsIQ® Corporation, the leader for enterprise Agile transformation services, announced it has acquired BigVisible Solutions®, a Boston-based Agile consultancy. With nearly 150 Agile consultants, the combined company forms the largest and most experienced Agile consulting firm focused exclusively on enterprise Agile adoption.
buyer:
SolutionsIQ
A leading provider of Agile transformation services, SolutionsIQ takes a real-world approach. With global reach, a large and highly-experienced consulting staff, and decades of success across diverse industries, SolutionsIQ offers the broadest range of services in the Agile industry. "
target:
BigVisible Solutions, Inc.
BigVisible Solutions®, a Boston-based Agile consultancy, has the knowledge and expertise to overcome the real-world business challenges, complex impediments and underlying issues that prevent organizations from delivering innovative, quality products at scale.
price ($mm)
rev ($mm)
EBITDA ($mm)
EV / rev
EV / EBITDA
share
watch
bookmark
-
press release
closed 12/31/2014 via BNC Analysis
Rhone Group, acquired Global Knowledge, Inc.
synopsis: MidOcean Partners has sold GK Holdings, Inc. ("Global Knowledge"), the largest worldwide corporate training company, to investment funds affiliated with Rhone Capital L.L.C. Global Knowledge is the leading global provider of IT and business skills training, educating over 200,000 corporate professionals across 22,000 class sessions each year.
buyer:
Rhone Group
target: Global Knowledge, Inc.
Rhône Group LLC is one of the world’s leading mid-market private equity firms. The company specializes in Merges and Acquisitions, leveraged buyouts, recapitalization and partnerships with particular focus on European and Trans- Atlantic investments. "
target parent:
MidOcean Partners
target: Global Knowledge, Inc.
Global Knowledge is the world's leading IT and business skills training provider. Offering the most relevant and timely content delivered by the best instructors, they provide customers with their choice of convenient class times, delivery methods and formats to accelerate their success.
price ($mm)
rev ($mm)
EBITDA ($mm)
EV / rev
EV / EBITDA
share
watch
bookmark
-
press release
closed 1/15/2013 via Reuters
TalentSprint Educational Services, acquired Axiom Academy
synopsis: TalentSprint Educational Services Pvt Ltd has acquired Axiom Academy, an institute specialising in placement training and engineering coaching. It offers a computer-based testing platform on which students can take a number of tests online and get their answers evaluated immediately.
buyer:
TalentSprint Educational Services
TalentSprint is a leader in creating skilled and certified professionals for the global industry through fast track SPRINT IT programs, focusing on the Information Technology and Banking sectors. "
target:
Axiom Academy
Axiom Academy offers a computer-based testing platform on which students can take a number of tests online and get their answers evaluated immediately.
price ($mm)
rev ($mm)
EBITDA ($mm)
EV / rev
EV / EBITDA
share
watch
bookmark
-
press release
Pages:
Like Smile Software B.V.
read more
Pages:
read more
read more
read more
Pages:
Geography
Matching Companies
Ticker: WK
Workiva
year
2022
rev ($mm)
$443.29
EBITDA ($mm)
($19.84)
EBIT ($mm)
($25.09)
Net Income ($mm)
Employees
drill down
watch
Ticker: AIM:ACC
Access Intelligence plc
year
2020
rev ($mm)
$26.87
EBITDA ($mm)
($2.96)
EBIT ($mm)
($3.85)
Net Income ($mm)
Employees
204
drill down
watch
Ticker:
Avalara
year
2021
rev ($mm)
$648.60
EBITDA ($mm)
($61.48)
EBIT ($mm)
($95.52)
Net Income ($mm)
Employees
3351
drill down
watch
Ticker: AIM:IDEA
Ideagen Plc
year
2022
rev ($mm)
$75.28
EBITDA ($mm)
$26.32
EBIT ($mm)
$5.86
Net Income ($mm)
Employees
drill down
watch
Ticker: XTRA:EQS
EQS Group AG
year
2021
rev ($mm)
$50.81
EBITDA ($mm)
$2.65
EBIT ($mm)
($0.25)
Net Income ($mm)
Employees
450
drill down
watch
Ticker: GB:ARI.GB
Active Risk Group PLC
year
2010
rev ($mm)
$12.51
EBITDA ($mm)
($0.39)
EBIT ($mm)
($0.70)
Net Income ($mm)
Employees
drill down
watch
Ticker: AMEX:ISDR
Issuer Direct
year
2018
rev ($mm)
$13.98
EBITDA ($mm)
$2.04
EBIT ($mm)
$1.47
Net Income ($mm)
$1.52
Employees
66
drill down
watch
Ticker: OTCPK:GRCK
Grey Cloak Tech
year
2016
rev ($mm)
$0.15
EBITDA ($mm)
($0.98)
EBIT ($mm)
($0.99)
Net Income ($mm)
Employees
drill down
watch
Ticker: CPSE:PENNEO
Penneo ApS
year
2019
rev ($mm)
EBITDA ($mm)
EBIT ($mm)
Net Income ($mm)
Employees
0
drill down
watch
Ticker: BLKLF
Blackline Safety
year
2020
rev ($mm)
$38.38
EBITDA ($mm)
($3.79)
EBIT ($mm)
($7.95)
Net Income ($mm)
Employees
481
drill down
watch
Ticker: ASX:EVS
EnviroSuite
year
2019
rev ($mm)
$4.48
EBITDA ($mm)
($7.06)
EBIT ($mm)
($7.19)
Net Income ($mm)
Employees
70
drill down
watch
Ticker: OTCQB: ACRT
Advanced Credit Technologies, Inc.
year
2016
rev ($mm)
$0.01
EBITDA ($mm)
EBIT ($mm)
($0.40)
Net Income ($mm)
Employees
2
drill down
watch
Ticker: TENB
Tenable Network Security Inc
year
2022
rev ($mm)
$541.13
EBITDA ($mm)
($25.60)
EBIT ($mm)
($41.77)
Net Income ($mm)
Employees
drill down
watch
Ticker: ASX:DTC
Damstra
year
2021
rev ($mm)
$19.59
EBITDA ($mm)
($5.79)
EBIT ($mm)
($6.84)
Net Income ($mm)
Employees
90
drill down
watch
Ticker: OTCPK:FSSN
FISION
year
2020
rev ($mm)
$0.45
EBITDA ($mm)
($2.98)
EBIT ($mm)
($2.99)
Net Income ($mm)
Employees
0
drill down
watch
Ticker: DL
China Distance Education Holdings Limited
year
2020
rev ($mm)
$223.74
EBITDA ($mm)
$49.25
EBIT ($mm)
$33.32
Net Income ($mm)
$25.76
Employees
2197
drill down
watch
Ticker: EEI
Ecology & Environment, Inc.
year
2013
rev ($mm)
$134.94
EBITDA ($mm)
$2.38
EBIT ($mm)
($0.05)
Net Income ($mm)
Employees
drill down
watch
Ticker: PBSV
Pharma-Bio Serv Inc.
year
2008
rev ($mm)
EBITDA ($mm)
EBIT ($mm)
Net Income ($mm)
Employees
drill down
watch
Ticker: SBIZ.L
Fintel plc
year
2020
rev ($mm)
$84.79
EBITDA ($mm)
$20.07
EBIT ($mm)
$16.90
Net Income ($mm)
$11.22
Employees
575
drill down
watch
Ticker: NSEI:CAREERP
Career Point Ltd.
year
2019
rev ($mm)
$14.43
EBITDA ($mm)
$6.02
EBIT ($mm)
$5.40
Net Income ($mm)
$3.68
Employees
606
drill down
watch
Ticker: BSE:540403
CL Educate Limited
year
2016
rev ($mm)
$43.09
EBITDA ($mm)
$6.20
EBIT ($mm)
$5.08
Net Income ($mm)
$3.64
Employees
376
drill down
watch
Ticker: NSEI:VERANDA
Veranda Learning Solutions Pvt Ltd
year
2021
rev ($mm)
$0.33
EBITDA ($mm)
($1.05)
EBIT ($mm)
($1.08)
Net Income ($mm)
Employees
409
drill down
watch
Ticker: TSE:4735
Kyoshin Co., Ltd.
year
2018
rev ($mm)
$162.12
EBITDA ($mm)
$12.17
EBIT ($mm)
$4.76
Net Income ($mm)
$4.86
Employees
1463
drill down
watch
Ticker: OTCPK:MDCL
Medicine Man Technologies, Inc.
year
2016
rev ($mm)
$0.82
EBITDA ($mm)
($0.18)
EBIT ($mm)
($0.20)
Net Income ($mm)
Employees
4
drill down
watch
Ticker: WW
Watson Wyatt Worldwide
year
2020
rev ($mm)
$9,352.00
EBITDA ($mm)
$2,353.00
EBIT ($mm)
$1,721.00
Net Income ($mm)
$996.00
Employees
46100
drill down
watch
Ticker: HURN
Huron Consulting Group Inc.
year
2021
rev ($mm)
$855.69
EBITDA ($mm)
$75.37
EBIT ($mm)
$53.12
Net Income ($mm)
$25.79
Employees
2905
drill down
watch