Empowering the Future of Optometry: Axcel Learning Partners with KMK Optometry to Redefine Board Exam Preparation
2024年3月28日 - 10:00PM
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Axcel Learning (Axcel), a professional education business backed
by Alpine Investors (Alpine), today announced a new partnership
with KMK Optometry (KMK), the premier provider of comprehensive
optometry board exam test preparation and coaching services.
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Axcel is on a mission to empower the modern workforce. The
partnership with KMK marks Axcel’s entry into the healthcare
education industry. Terms of the transaction were not
disclosed.
Founded in 2005 by Kyle Cheatham and Melissa Cheatham, KMK is
the trusted partner of choice for optometry students, revered for
its commitment to empower students and aim to elevate patient care
worldwide. For 20 straight years, KMK has been the #1 choice for
Optometry board review with the industry’s only fully comprehensive
review courses.
“I am incredibly proud of not only KMK Optometry’s growth since
the company was founded over 20 years ago, but also the thousands
of students whose academic and career trajectories we have
positively impacted to-date,” said Kyle Cheatham, Founder and CEO
of KMK. “Partnering with Axcel will enable KMK to embark on our
next phase of growth and innovation so that we can support even
more optometry students, schools, and practices in achieving their
goals.”
At the heart of KMK's offering lies a comprehensive suite of
online test prep courses meticulously crafted to navigate students
through the rigorous American NBEO and Canadian OEBC board exams.
Complemented by immersive small group coaching sessions and a
vibrant community platform, KMK goes beyond conventional exam
preparation, providing holistic career solutions and fostering a
culture of continuous learning and growth.
With the support of Axcel and under new leadership of CEO Jonah
Berg, KMK is poised to embark on an ambitious journey of expansion
and innovation across the test prep and coaching offerings, further
cementing its position as the premier destination for students on
their journey to becoming optometrists.
“Our essence is defined by our commitment to continuous
improvement, connection and academic integrity,” said Melissa
Cheatham, Co-Founder of KMK. “We immediately recognized that Axcel
is the partner that will uphold our values and continue to
cultivate an environment where they thrive.”
For Axcel, the strategic and cultural alignment with KMK
represents an important milestone, reinforcing its commitment to
driving innovation and excellence across the professional education
landscape and now into the world of healthcare. Jono Zeidan, CEO of
Axcel, shared his excitement about the partnership, stating, "We
are thrilled to join forces with KMK, a beacon of excellence in
education. Together, we are ready to shape the future of optometry
education and beyond."
DC Advisory served as the exclusive financial advisor to KMK
Optometry.
About KMK Optometry
Founded in 2005 by CEO Kyle Cheatham and Melissa Cheatham, KMK
Optometry (KMK) is a premier provider of comprehensive optometry
board exam test preparation and coaching services. KMK offers
online test prep courses for all three parts of the American NBEO
optometry board exams and the Canadian OEBC exam. The company also
provides small group coaching sessions, a community platform for
students retaking NBEO exams who need additional support, and
career solutions to match new optometry graduates to employers.
Chosen by 98% of optometry students each year, KMK is the #1 choice
for optometry board review in the United States and has helped tens
of thousands of students prepare for NBEO® Part 1 and Part 2 exams.
To learn more about KMK Optometry, visit
https://boards.kmkoptometry.com/.
About Axcel Learning
Axcel Learning is a professional education business backed by
Alpine Investors that is focused on buying, building and operating
world-class education companies. Axcel is passionate about people,
focused on training the modern workforce, and obsessed with
delivering for customers and learners. For more information, visit
www.axcel-learning.com.
About Alpine Investors
Alpine Investors is a people-driven private equity firm
committed to building enduring companies by working with, learning
from, and developing exceptional people. Alpine specializes in
investments in the software and services industries. Alpine’s
PeopleFirst strategy includes a talent program that allows Alpine
to bring leadership to situations where additional or new
management is needed post-transaction. Alpine has $16 billion in
assets under management and has three offices in San Francisco, New
York, and Salt Lake City. For more information, visit
www.alpineinvestors.com and
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