Training Industry Acquires CLO and Chief Talent Officer Brands

The deal brings the two media brands into Training Industry's corporate learning business, which publishes research and editorial content and runs professional development, events and industry recognition programmes.

Financial terms were not disclosed.

Chief Learning Officer was founded in 2002 and serves senior learning and development executives through editorial content, leadership development programmes, awards and peer communities. Chief Talent Officer covers workforce strategy, leadership, talent management and organisational performance.

Training Industry said existing publications, events, awards programmes and professional development activities would continue following the acquisition.

Ken Taylor, chief executive of Training Industry, said the company saw complementary strengths across the businesses.

Kevin Fields, founder of BetterWork Media Group, said the deal would allow Chief Learning Officer and Chief Talent Officer to continue developing their work with learning and talent leaders.