Human Resources: Black & Decker Selects GeoLearning's Managed Learning Services for International Learning Initiative

WEST DES MOINES, IOWA, May 7, 2007 -- GeoLearning, Inc., the leading provider of Managed Learning Services and hosted learning and performance platforms, announced today that Black & Decker, a global manufacturer and marketer of quality power tools and accessories, has selected GeoLearning's professional services team to repurpose training content, and deliver and manage training as part of a managed learning services contract.

GeoLearning will repurpose 14 custom courses into Spanish and Portuguese languages for Black & Decker's Latin America Group. Black & Decker will deploy and manage these SCORM-compliant courses on-demand via the GeoMaestro learning management system.

"We've enjoyed great success using GeoLearning's professional services to augment our learning management and development," said Bridget Plitt, Black & Decker University Manager. "It makes sense for us to continue to build on the results GeoLearning has created. We have several other blended training projects that we will partner with GeoLearning to execute. GeoLearning's professional services team has the know-how, processes in place, and systems we need to implement our international learning initiative."

About GeoLearning, Inc.
GeoLearning is the leading provider of Managed Learning Services and hosted learning and performance technology. The company's products and services are used by corporations, government agencies and non-profit organizations to manage human capital development, accelerate critical business processes and drive organizational performance. GeoLearning's Software as a Service model means there is no hardware or software for clients to install. As a result, the company's Web-based GeoMaestro and GeoExpress learning management platforms can be deployed quickly, allowing clients to efficiently manage enterprise-wide learning, development and knowledge acquisition. Additional information is available at www.geolearning.com.

About Black & Decker
Black & Decker is a global manufacturer and marketer of quality power tools and accessories, hardware and home improvement products, and technology based fastening systems. The company's products and services are marketed in more than 100 countries, and it has manufacturing operations in eleven countries. Throughout its businesses, the company has established a reputation for product innovation, quality, end-user focus, design, and value. Black & Decker's strong brand names and new product development capabilities enjoy worldwide recognition, and its global distribution is unsurpassed in the company's industries. Additional information is available at www.blackanddecker.com.

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