Excellence in Education, Training & Workforce Development Markets
70+ M&A transactions in education and training since 2014, across early childhood, K-12, higher education, corporate training and workforce development.
Grounded by Experience
Our team brings deep expertise to the rapidly evolving Education, Training & Workforce Development sectors, with 90+ transactions across our careers, including 70+ in education and training since 2014, and more than 30 Deal-of-the-Year awards. This depth of experience enables us to establish key relationships, gather critical market intelligence, and deliver outstanding outcomes for our clients.
Market Subsectors
Education
- Early Childhood Education & Childcare
- Medical Education & Continuing Medical Education
- Franchisees & Franchisors
- Experiential Learning
- Higher Ed Technology & Services
- International Study Abroad
- K-12 Technology & Services
- Tutoring, Test Prep & Admissions Consulting
- Title IV, Post-Secondary Institutions
- Vocational Education & Upskilling
Training & Workforce Development
- Compliance Training
- Continuing Education & Certifications
- Corporate Training
- Custom eLearning Programs
- Human Capital Management
- Human Resources Technologies
- Professional Development
- Staffing & Executive Search
- Workforce Technologies
Market Dynamics Driving Opportunity
As the modern economy prioritizes skills, innovation, and intellectual capital, Education, Training & Workforce Development have become the foundation of competitive advantage. Organizations recognize that continuous learning and skill development drive innovation, performance, and retention. This evolution beyond traditional boundaries creates opportunities for companies positioned to meet these workforce needs.
Key Differentiators Across the Learning Continuum
Extensive Buyer Network
Our relationships span established education companies to technology platforms seeking to expand learning capabilities
Regulatory Expertise Requirements
Complex education and workforce regulations require specialized transaction knowledge and compliance navigation
Outcome-Based Performance Metrics
Buyers increasingly focus on measurable learning outcomes and workforce performance improvements
Technology Integration Demands
The convergence of traditional learning with digital platforms creates new valuation frameworks
Franchise and Licensing Models
Unique business structures common in education require specialized deal structuring and buyer identification
“The team invested the time to understand our company, its unique qualities, and what we sought in a partner. They didn’t treat it like ‘just another engagement’ and worked to qualify buyers that meant our non-quantitative criteria. They were true stewards and champions of the company we built.”
Eli Boufis Partner, Driehaus Private Equity