Press Release
Marlin portfolio company Learning Pool acquires WorkRamp
LOS ANGELES and LONDON, October 15, 2025 – Marlin Equity Partners (“Marlin”) is pleased to announce that it has acquired WorkRamp Inc. (“WorkRamp” or the “Company”), a San Francisco-based next-generation Learning Management System (“LMS”) platform designed for high-growth and mid-market companies. The acquisition expands Learning Pool’s ability to serve a broader spectrum of customers, combining its enterprise-grade suite with WorkRamp’s intuitive, high-impact LMS to deliver flexible and scalable learning solutions across industries and geographies.
“This is a strategic milestone for Learning Pool,” said Benoit de la Tour, Chief Executive Officer of Learning Pool. “WorkRamp’s next-generation LMS and strong presence in the U.S. mid-market perfectly complement our existing platform and global strategy. Together, we can serve more customers, meet a wider range of needs, and accelerate our mission to simplify learning and compliance at scale.” The acquisition enhances Learning Pool’s ability to serve customers across the full spectrum, from high-growth startups to large global enterprises, with the right platform, content, and support model for every stage.
Ted Blosser, Chief Executive Officer of WorkRamp, said, “Joining Learning Pool allows us to scale our impact and continue delivering outstanding learning experiences for our customers. We share a strong culture of innovation, and together, we’re better positioned to pursue our mission to build the most complete, flexible, and user-friendly learning ecosystem in the market.”
“The WorkRamp team has demonstrated a strong culture of innovation and clear alignment with our goal to build the leading ecosystem for workforce enablement,” said Chris Clasper, a principal at Marlin. “We believe the combination will deliver an enhanced end-to-end offering delivering greater functionality and value across the corporate Learning and Development spectrum.”
About Marlin Equity Partners
Marlin Equity Partners is a global investment firm with nearly $10 billion in capital commitments specializing in the software, technology and services sectors. Marlin’s mission is to partner with exceptional management teams to drive scale and enhance long-term value in businesses through its deep domain expertise, extensive network and operational transformations focused on product innovation, go-to-market enhancements, and strategic M&A. Founded in 2005, Marlin has completed over 260 acquisitions. The firm is headquartered in Los Angeles, California, with an additional office in London. For more information, please visit www.marlinequity.com.
About Learning Pool
Learning Pool is a global learning technology company that transforms workforce performance with smart, data-driven digital learning experiences. Its integrated suite helps organizations onboard, upskill, and stay compliant, driving measurable outcomes for employees and the business. Trusted by global brands including AXA, Compass Group, Amway, Sky, and InterContinental Hotels Group (IHG), Learning Pool delivers results at scale through its award-winning platforms, content, and customer support. Founded in 2006 and headquartered in Derry, Northern Ireland, Learning Pool has offices across the U.K. and North America and employs over 340 people worldwide. For more information, please visit www.learningpool.com.
Contact:
Peter Spasov
(310) 364-0100
pspasov@marlinequity.com