M&A Deal Summary

Wiley Edge Acquires Profiles International

On April 2, 2014, Wiley Edge acquired business services company Profiles International for 51M USD

Acquisition Highlights
  • This is Wiley Edge’s 1st transaction in the Business Services sector.
  • This is Wiley Edge’s 10th largest (disclosed) transaction.
  • This is Wiley Edge’s 6th transaction in the United States.
  • This is Wiley Edge’s 1st transaction in Texas.

M&A Deal Summary
Date 2014-04-02
Target Profiles International
Sector Business Services
Buyer(s) Wiley Edge
Deal Type Add-on Acquisition
Deal Value 51M USD

Target

Profiles International

Waco, Texas, United States
Profiles International, Inc., is a provider of employment assessment and talent management solutions.

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Buyer

Wiley Edge

Hoboken, New Jersey, United States
Category Company
Founded 1807
Sector Publishing
Employees8,800
Revenue 2.0B USD (2023)
DESCRIPTION
Entrance to John Wiley & Sons' corporate headquarters in Hoboken, New Jersey.
Entrance to John Wiley & Sons' corporate headquarters in Hoboken, New Jersey.

Wiley Edge is a knowledge company in research, publishing, and knowledge solutions. Dedicated to the creation and application of knowledge, Wiley serves the world’s researchers, learners, innovators, and leaders, helping them achieve their goals and solve the world’s most important challenges. Wiley Edge was founded in 1807 and is based in Hoboken, New Jersey.

DEAL STATS #
Overall 7 of 19
Sector (Business Services) 1 of 2
Type (Add-on Acquisition) 7 of 17
State (Texas) 1 of 1
Country (United States) 6 of 13
Year (2014) 1 of 3
Size (of disclosed) 10 of 10
PREVIOUS DEAL
DATE TARGET DEAL TYPE VALUE
2012-10-02 Deltak.edu

Oak Brook, Illinois, United States

Deltak unites top academic programs with innovative online solutions; assisting academic institutions in expanding the educational experience to students beyond the traditional campus. Deltak offers a comprehensive spectrum of services to each campus: collaboration with faculty in the development of online programs, implementation of integrated admissions processes, industry-leading marketing strategies, personalized student services to positively impact persistence and graduation rates, and alumni services that reinforce the mission of each partner.

Buy $220M
FOLLOWING DEAL
DATE TARGET DEAL TYPE VALUE
2014-04-15 CrossKnowledge

London, United Kingdom

CrossKnowledge provides subscription-based, digital learning solutions for multinational corporations, universities, and small and medium-sized enterprises. CrossKnowledge was formed in 2000 and is headquartered in London, England.

Buy $175M
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