Ascend Learning

Overview

Ascend Learning is a prominent provider of online educational content and technology solutions, focusing on high-growth careers in healthcare, fitness, wellness, safety, security, and education. Founded in 2010 and based in Burlington, Massachusetts, the company develops products that support students, educational institutions, and employers through enhanced career pathways.

The company delivers integrated solutions including educational content, software, simulations, assessments, and analytics tools that facilitate skill-building, certification, and workforce compliance. Recent acquisitions such as myTIPreport and StaffGarden have expanded its offerings in medical education feedback and healthcare talent development.

Basic Information

Contact Details

• Phone: +1 855-856-7705
• Website: ascendlearning.com
• LinkedIn: linkedin.com/company/ascend-learning

Key Focus Areas & Initiatives

• Online educational content development
• Licensure and certification exam preparation
• Healthcare workforce training and compliance
• Learning management system integration
• Skill assessments and benchmarking
• Professional development and continuing education
• Data-driven insights for education optimization
• Custom solutions for educational institutions

Technologies Used

• .NET
• ADP
• AI
• AWS SDK for JavaScript
• AWS Trusted Advisor
• Amazon Managed Streaming for Apache Kafka (Amazon MSK)
• Angular
• Ansible
• Apache Kafka
• Aryson MySQL to MSSQL Converter
• Atlassian Cloud
• Atlassian Confluence
• Azure Data Factory
• Azure Databricks
• Azure OpenAI Service
• Azure SQL Database
• Braintree
• C#
• CSS
• Cisco WebEx Teams
• CloudFlare Hosting
• Cloudflare DNS
• Datadog
• Docker
• DotNetNuke
• Dynamics 365 CRM
• Dynamics 365 Customer Insights
• Ensighten
• Excel4Apps
• Eyefinity OfficeMate
• Figma
• Gainsight
• Gem
• GitLab
• GoToAssist (FASTchat)
• Google AdWords Conversion
• Google Meet
• Google Tag Manager
• Gorilla Nation
• HTML5 Maker
• Hubspot
• Javascript
• Jenkins
• Jira
• Kubernetes
• Microsoft ADFS for Genesys Cloud
• Microsoft Active Directory Federation Services
• Microsoft Azure Monitor
• Microsoft Office 365
• Microsoft PowerPoint
• Microsoft PowerShell
• Microsoft SQL Server Reporting Services
• Microsoft.NET 6.0
• Microsoft.NET Core 3.1
• Mimecast
• Mobile Friendly
• New Relic
• Office365
• Planful
• PostgreSQL
• Python
• REST
• React Redux
• Remote
• Ruby On Rails
• SAP
• SAP Financial Supply Chain Management (FSCM)
• SAP SuccessFactors
• SQL
• Salesforce
• Salesforce CRM Analytics
• Scala
• Secured MVC Forum on Windows 2012 R2
• Slack
• Snowflake
• Tableau
• UltiPro
• Vimeo
• Wider Planet
• Zoomdata

Buyer Teams to Target

Product & Engineering

• VP of Product Management
• Director of Engineering
• Product Manager
• Lead Software Engineer
• QA Automation Lead
• Technical Program Manager

Learning & Content Development

• Head of Learning Solutions
• Director of Instructional Design
• Curriculum Manager
• Assessment Development Lead
• Director of Educational Content
• Learning Technology Manager

Sales & Customer Success

• VP of Sales
• Director of Business Development
• Enterprise Account Executive
• Client Success Manager
• Sales Operations Lead
• Renewals Manager

Compliance & Healthcare Solutions

• Director of Compliance
• Healthcare Solutions Manager
• Certification Program Lead
• Director of Workforce Development
• Training & Assessment Manager
• Healthcare Education Strategist

What They Buy

• Cloud infrastructure & hosting services
• Learning management systems (LMS)
• Assessment & proctoring solutions
• Data analytics and business intelligence tools
• Content authoring & video editing platforms
• Compliance management systems
• Customer relationship management (CRM) software

Signals to Watch

• 📆 Expansion of learning program offerings or new curriculum launches
• 🤝 Strategic partnerships with healthcare or educational institutions
• 🧑‍💻 Adoption of new technologies or major platform upgrades
• 🗣️ Increase in marketing campaigns or digital presence
• 🫂 Leadership team appointments or role changes
• 🚀 Announcements of acquisitions or integrations