Thayer Leadership Named One of the World’s Top 20 Leadership Training Organizations

Training Industry today announced its selections for the 2026 Top Training Companies™ list for the Leadership Training sector of the corporate learning and development (L&D) market. Training Industry, the leading research and information resource for corporate learning leaders, prepares the Training Industry Top 20 report on critical sectors of the corporate training marketplace to better inform professionals about the best and most innovative providers of training services and technologies.

Selection to the list was based on the following criteria:

• Scope and quality of program and service offerings for leadership training
• Market presence, brand visibility, innovation and impact
• Strength of client portfolio and customer relationships
• Business performance and growth trajectory

“[These companies] demonstrate excellence in developing leaders across all levels through innovative and strategic learning approaches,” said Jalen Banks, market research analyst at Training Industry, Inc. “These providers differentiate themselves with high-quality programs and advanced technologies, including AI-enabled solutions, that support impactful learning and real-world transformation. Their use of diverse metrics and flexible delivery models ensure leaders are prepared to meet the changing needs of the modern workforce.”

Dan Rice, Co-President of Thayer Leadership, declared, “Being named one of the Top 20 Leadership Training Companies globally for the second year in a row is a powerful affirmation of our purpose‑driven character and unwavering commitment to excellence. It reflects the trust our clients place in us and the innovative spirit our team brings to every engagement. We are honored by this recognition and remain dedicated to developing leaders of character who positively impact their organizations and the world.”

Karen Kuhla McClone, Ph.D., Co-President of Thayer Leadership, added, “We are proud to develop leaders, across diverse industries and countries, who bring character, courage, and creativity to the challenges they face every day. This recognition speaks to the strength of our faculty, the quality of our programs, and the character of the clients we have the privilege to serve. We are proud to once again be named among the world’s best.”

We’re deeply grateful to everyone who has been part of this journey and will continue to elevate and inspire those we serve!