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Yahoo
3 days ago
- Business
- Yahoo
Kilsar Raises $3.7M to Revolutionize Maintenance & Maintenance Training with AI
VIRGINIA BEACH, Va., July 16, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Kilsar, a dual-use AI software company specializing in tribal knowledge capture and maintenance training, today announced the close of a $3.7 million Seed round led by Lightbank and Cotulla Capital, with participation from Techstars and Scalewolf. The company also unveiled a new strategic partnership with the Aviation Institute of Maintenance (AIM) to help address the growing crisis in aviation maintenance training and workforce readiness. The aviation maintenance industry—and the broader skilled trades sector—is in urgent need of revitalization. With experienced technicians aging out of the workforce and student interest in trades declining, technical schools and MROs face unprecedented knowledge loss. Across the country, organizations are seeing their most valuable asset—tribal knowledge—retire without a replacement. Kilsar's AI-powered Orion platform helps bridge that gap by capturing expert insights from veteran technicians and transforming complex maintenance procedures into interactive, step-by-step digital workflows. The platform empowers both new learners and active maintainers to upskill faster, reduce time-to-diagnose, and operate with greater confidence and precision. "Our mission is to preserve and scale what's been traditionally trapped in the heads of retiring maintainers," said Brendan Lawlor, CEO of Kilsar. "We're proud to partner with AIM, one of the nation's largest aviation training institutions, to modernize the training pipeline and ensure the next generation of technicians is prepared for the evolving demands of the industry." The funding will be used to expand Kilsar's engineering and deployment teams, accelerate onboarding across defense and commercial maintenance organizations, and further develop Orion's real-time AI assistant that replaces static manuals with searchable, enriched content—from videos to pro-tips to annotated diagrams. With mounting demand across defense, aerospace, infrastructure, and industrial sectors, Kilsar is positioning itself as a critical enabler of workforce transformation. The company's unique approach integrates legacy data, technician wisdom, and next-generation AI to deliver tools that scale with both complexity and need. Contact:Brendan Lawlorbrendan@ View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE Kilsar, Inc. Fehler beim Abrufen der Daten Melden Sie sich an, um Ihr Portfolio aufzurufen. Fehler beim Abrufen der Daten Fehler beim Abrufen der Daten Fehler beim Abrufen der Daten Fehler beim Abrufen der Daten
Zawya
02-07-2025
- Business
- Zawya
Knowledge Group acquires Biz Group to strengthen regional learning, development capabilities
Knowledge Group, the training and development arm of Nema Education and a regional leader in professional development and strategic consulting, has announced the acquisition of Biz Group, one of the UAE's most established learning and development firms. This strategic move aims to strengthen Knowledge Group's regional presence and expand data-driven training and consulting solutions in digital learning and the integration of transformative technologies such as AI and virtual reality. In presence of executive leadership from both organisations, the agreement was signed by Dr. Ali Saeed Bin Harmal Al Dhaheri, Chairman of Nema Education and Hazel Jackson, Founder and CEO of Biz Group. With its well-established reputation of three-decades and deep expertise in delivering impactful learning experiences for public and private sector clients, Biz Group complements Knowledge Group's mission to drive workforce readiness across the Middle East and North Africa. The aim is to prepare the workforce to face emerging challenges and seize new opportunities through tailored, tech-enabled learning and consulting solutions. Following the acquisition, the two companies will continue operating under their respective brands names, ensuring business continuity for all clients and partners. Commenting on the acquisition, Dr. Ali Saeed bin Harmal Al Dhaheri, Chairman of Nema Education, said, 'Our investment in Biz Group is aligned with our long-term vision to shape the future of workforce development in the region. By combining our strategic capabilities and scale with Biz Group's strong legacy and innovative learning experiences, we are building a powerful platform to empower individuals and organisations to thrive in a rapidly evolving world. This move also reflects our unwavering belief in the power of collaboration to drive sustainable impact across sectors.' Hazel Jackson, Founder and CEO of Biz Group, added, 'I'm incredibly proud of what we've built at Biz Group over the past 30 years. Joining forces with Knowledge Group represents a powerful next step allowing us to scale our purpose, expand our reach, and continue delivering transformational learning experiences. Our teams are united by a shared vision for the future of learning, and I'm excited to see the new possibilities this brings.' Dr. Ahmad Badr, CEO of Knowledge Group, commented, 'Knowledge Group is among the region's leading institutions in delivering high-quality learning and consulting services tailored to the needs of strategic sectors. Today, we are proud to combine our efforts with Biz Group to expand our offerings and deliver client-centric, innovative solutions through technology, digital transformation, and AI, while enhancing the efficiency and impact of our services for both public and private sector partners.'
Associated Press
09-06-2025
- Business
- Associated Press
We Connect the Dots and Sister Cities Project Launch Strategic Partnership to Advance Digital and Workforce Training
Partnership Expands Access to Tech, Entrepreneurship, and Social Impact Training for Underserved Youth 'Together, we are addressing the digital divide head-on by equipping youth and communities with tangible, market-ready skills and creating a sustainable pipeline for future workforce talent.'— Shauna Oenning, Executive Director, WCTD NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, June 9, 2025 / / -- We Connect the Dots – a nonprofit dedicated to STEAM education and workforce empowerment – and Sister Cities Project – committed to community equity and empowerment – announce a groundbreaking partnership designed to bridge educational gaps, enhance workforce readiness, and promote digital equity among underserved youth and communities. The partnership includes the following initiatives: 1. (Eco) System Job Training via WCTD's LMS Platform: Sister Cities Project will utilize We Connect The Dots' free online job training platform to deliver essential soft and hard skill modules. In the next phase, both organizations will collaboratively create industry-sponsored training modules customized for specific communities, companies, or sectors, creating immediate training access and ongoing revenue opportunities through corporate partnerships. 2. Joint Digital Equity & Workforce Initiatives: The partners will leverage WCTD's LMS system, offering co-branded programs with immersive training in technology, entrepreneurship, and social impact to youth from underserved communities. Fellows will gain mentorship, solve real-world community challenges, and showcase capstone projects. This initiative builds clear career pathways, delivers measurable community outcomes, and presents attractive sponsorship opportunities. 3. Aligning Metrics for Collective Success: Leveraging the Sister Cities Project's TruImpact Score system and We Connect The Dots' digital skills outcomes, this integration will track and report community impact alongside participant skill development. The resulting transparent metrics and visualization enable powerful, data-driven storytelling for funders and establish a scalable model for equitable education nationwide. 'Our partnership with Sister Cities Project exemplifies our shared vision for equitable workforce development and digital empowerment,' said Shauna Oenning, Executive Director of We Connect the Dots, Inc. 'Together, we are addressing the digital divide head-on by equipping youth and communities with tangible, market-ready skills and creating a sustainable pipeline for future workforce talent.' 'This partnership between San Diego and New York proves that equity is important everywhere—and that underserved youth, no matter where they live, deserve access to real opportunities,' added Shawn McClondon, Founder of Sister Cities Project. 'By combining our community-rooted (Eco) System model with We Connect the Dots' digital platform, we're building a powerful, scalable path to workforce readiness that starts with the youth too often left behind.' For more information about We Connect the Dots and Sister Cities Project, please visit and About We Connect The Dots: We Connect The Dots (WCTD) is committed to transforming lives. With a focus on young adults aged 13-18 and underemployed adults over 18, WCTD's programs ignite passion and impart practical knowledge in coding, cybersecurity, business automation, and other modern skills grounded in STEAM. Through partnerships with community leaders, educational institutions, government agencies, and industry pioneers, WCTD aims to bridge the gap between the demands of today's workforce and the opportunities available to those embracing a STEAM-driven path. Fostering a thirst for learning and enabling all participants to achieve their full potential, we are dedicated to making a difference on local, national, and global scales. Laurie Carey We Connect The Dots, Inc. +1 631-468-7475 email us here Visit us on social media: LinkedIn Instagram Facebook YouTube Legal Disclaimer: EIN Presswire provides this news content 'as is' without warranty of any kind. We do not accept any responsibility or liability for the accuracy, content, images, videos, licenses, completeness, legality, or reliability of the information contained in this article. If you have any complaints or copyright issues related to this article, kindly contact the author above.
