PETE (pete.com), a leader in AI-powered workforce training solutions, has announced its acquisition of PlutoLMS, a global corporate Learning Management System based in Cape Town, South Africa. The acquisition positions PETE to accelerate its growth by tapping into PlutoLMS’s established international customer base while enhancing its offering to a broader market.
Since its founding in June 2023, PETE has quickly gained traction as a disruptor in the workforce training space—delivering personalized, scalable solutions through its AI-powered platform. With a growing client base spanning diverse sectors, including Tech, Finance, Legal, HR, Sports, and Retail, PETE has helped many organizations elevate their workforce training programs. Prominent names include the Kia Center, Addition Financial, Orlando City Soccer, and WorthAI, among others.
The acquisition of PlutoLMS represents a significant milestone in PETE’s strategic growth, bringing several key advantages:
- Expanded International Reach: PlutoLMS introduces a strong customer base across Europe, South Africa, Asia, Australia, and the U.S., enabling PETE to enter new markets and strengthen its presence worldwide.
- Enhanced Product Offerings: Clients from both companies will benefit from a wider range of features and tools, combining PETE’s AI-powered training capabilities with PlutoLMS’s robust learning management system.
- Broader Appeal to Large Enterprises: With the combined expertise of both platforms, PETE is better positioned to serve large multinational organizations that require scalable workforce training solutions.
- Stronger Position as a Global Leader: The acquisition reinforces PETE’s standing as a trailblazer in workforce training, leveraging this strategic move to accelerate growth and innovation.
Luis Garcia, President of PETE, highlighted the strategic importance of the acquisition:
“Acquiring PlutoLMS is a key milestone in PETE’s journey to redefine workforce training. With their wide customer base and exceptional LMS platform, we are expanding our reach into new markets. This move solidifies PETE’s position as a global leader in training innovation, offering investors and clients alike an opportunity to be part of a truly transformative growth story.”
Ian Fourie, Founder and CEO of PlutoLMS, shared his excitement:
“Joining forces with PETE unlocks a wealth of opportunities for our customers and our team. PETE’s innovative AI-powered platform perfectly complements PlutoLMS’s strengths and our combined expertise will set a new benchmark for workforce training solutions.”
With this acquisition, PETE is not only expanding its international reach but also paving the way for long-term growth and innovation in workforce training.
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