Skillsoft Global Knowledge Wins Multiple Global Partner Awards For Excellence in Helping Organizations Build Technology Skills

Recognized by Cisco, Palo Alto Networks, CompTIA, and EC-Council

BOSTON--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Global Knowledge, part of Skillsoft (NYSE: SKIL), today announced that it has been named “Partner of the Year” by four prominent technology and skilling organizations. Cisco, Palo Alto Networks, CompTIA, and EC-Council have all recognized Global Knowledge for delivering exceptional technology, cybersecurity, and IT skills training that enables organizations and their workforce to successfully navigate today’s digital landscape.

“I am immensely proud of the partnerships we have with Cisco, Palo Alto Networks, CompTIA, and EC-Council and the work we do together to drive innovation and excellence in technology skilling,” said Darren Bance, General Manager, Skillsoft Global Knowledge. “These awards validate our continued transformation as a business and our success in helping our customers build a more confident, technologically savvy workforce through instructor-led training and interactive live learning environments.”

Cisco Global Learning Partner of the Year
Cisco recognized Global Knowledge as its “2024 Learning Partner of the Year” at their annual Partner Summit in Los Angeles in October 2024. Rodney Clark, SVP, Partnerships and Small & Medium Business at Cisco, commented, “The theme at Partner Summit 2024 was ‘Forward as One’ and our Partner Summit Global Award winners are fantastic examples of our shared success and the power of partnering. Congratulations to Global Knowledge for being named this year’s Global Learning Partner of the Year. You have demonstrated your ability to deliver outstanding results, respond to customers’ challenges, and lead in a dynamic competitive landscape.”

Palo Alto Networks Authorized Training Partner of the Year
Palo Alto Networks named Global Knowledge its “2024 Global Authorized Training Partner of the Year,” noting, “Global Knowledge has proven itself as a trusted advisor for customers seeking to successfully navigate the rapidly changing and complex global security landscape.” The award underscores Global Knowledge’s global reach and ability to offer flexible, comprehensive learning experiences, an extensive network of Palo Alto Networks Certified Instructors, and innovative training methodologies that allow organizations to more confidently defend against sophisticated cybersecurity threats.

CompTIA U.S. Delivery Partner of the Year
CompTIA, the nonprofit association for the information technology industry, recognized Global Knowledge as its “2024 U.S. Delivery Partner of the Year.” Offering courses on critical technology areas including artificial intelligence (AI), AI-powered interactive and immersive training environments, and expert-level instructors with accredited open-enrollment and private group courses, Global Knowledge was honored for its efforts in learning innovation and contributions in building a stronger technology workforce.

EC-Council Enterprise Circle of Excellence
Organizations recognized in EC-Council’s Global Partner Awards demonstrate an unwavering dedication to providing top-tier IT and cybersecurity training. Global Knowledge has been recognized with four awards, most notably the “ATC Enterprise Circle of Excellence Award,” for its strategic vision, innovative training program, and cutting-edge curriculum that helps professionals around the globe enhance their technology skills and careers. Global Knowledge also received the following EC-Council Partner Awards: “ATC of the Year – Middle East;” “ATC Circle of Excellence – Spain, Netherlands, United Arab Emirates, United Kingdom;” and “Best Newcomer Award.”

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About Skillsoft and Global Knowledge
Skillsoft (NYSE: SKIL) delivers transformative learning experiences that propel organizations and people to grow together. The Company partners with enterprise organizations and serves a global community of learners to prepare today’s employees for tomorrow’s economy. Global Knowledge provides hands-on instructor-led training, supporting technology professionals with innovative and flexible learning solutions and authorized content from major technology providers and certification authorities. Whether online, in classrooms, or at customer sites, Global Knowledge delivers blended learning experiences directly through a worldwide partner network.