(Seattle, WA-June 12, 2006) Intrepid Learning Solutions, a leading provider of training services, announced today the naming of Kevin Oakes, former President and current director of SumTotal Systems Inc. (NASDAQ: SUMT), to serve on Intrepid´s Advisory Board. The addition of Oakes further strengthens the team of advisers that play an active role in shaping Intrepid´s strategy for developing and delivering market-leading solutions.
Oakes currently serves as Chairman of The American Society for Training and Development (ASTD), the world's largest association dedicated to workplace learning and performance professionals. He is one of the industry´s most recognized ambassadors, respected by practitioners and suppliers alike for his work as a learning technology thought leader. In his role on Intrepid´s Advisory Board, Oakes will help guide Intrepid´s growth, bringing industry expertise in sales, marketing, partnerships, and solution strategies.
Oakes´ experience at SumTotal through mergers, acquisitions, initial public offering, capital raises, significant revenue growth, and the establishment of the organization as an industry leader will further enable Intrepid´s momentum in the marketplace.
"Intrepid has built a great reputation as a smart, customer-focused organization that truly understands how to improve workforce productivity," said Oakes. "Today the company is an innovation leader in the industry, and is setting itself apart by continuing to bring significant bottom-line business results to their clients. I look forward to working closely with Intrepid´s management team as they enhance their leadership position in what is clearly a growing segment of the market."
"We are excited and honored to have Kevin´s expertise, leadership, and proven business acumen helping to build the future for Intrepid," said Chris Hedrick, Intrepid´s President and CEO. "He is a good friend and a long-time leader in the learning community. He will be a great asset to Intrepid as we continue our rapid growth."
About Intrepid Learning Solutions
Intrepid Learning Solutions is a leading provider of training consulting, outsourcing, and research services to global companies. With industry-leading expertise in training management, business process outsourcing, learning research and consulting and a focus on business results, Intrepid delivers optimum value for its clients' training budgets. For more information about Intrepid, visit www.IntrepidLS.com.