Orlando, Florida (02/05/25) – 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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About PETE
Founded in the heart of Orlando, Florida, PETE is a pioneering leader in AI-driven learning platforms.
PETE offers a suite of cost-effective and customizable solutions that enable organizations to deliver personalized workforce learning at scale.
PETE specializes in enabling the development of AI-powered courses tailored for diverse training needs, spanning from onboarding to regulatory compliance, product knowledge, technical skill, and more. The platform offers seamless hosting and distribution of content through PETE’s Learning Management System (LMS), and access to a suite of management tools to track learners’ progress.
PETE’s vision is to become an indispensable part of education and training through pioneering technology that enables adaptive, engaging, and effective learning.
The team at PETE is dedicated to helping organizations of all sizes to optimize their training initiatives and maximize their impact, without having to hire additional training resources.
Unlock the full potential of your team with training experiences that are engaging, personalized, and scalable. For more information about PETE, visit www.pete.com.
About PlutoLMS
PlutoLMS is a trusted Learning Management System designed to provide exceptional user experiences and scalable training solutions for businesses worldwide. With a focus on custom branding, flexible learning paths, gamification, and insightful analytics, PlutoLMS empowers organizations to create engaging, personalized training experiences.
PlutoLMS’s commitment to innovation and customer success has made it a leading choice for companies looking to enhance workforce development and achieve measurable results.
Unlock the potential of workforce learning with PlutoLMS, now powered by PETE.
