Global Knowledge’s CEO Sean Dolan Recognized on CRN®’s List of Top 100 Executives

– Sean Dolan, president and CEO of Global Knowledge, has been named to CRN®’s 2017 list
of Top 100 Executives for his work in launching channel offensive

– Dolan named a 2017 Top 25 Disrupter as part of the Top 100 Executives list

– Annual list recognizes technology industry leaders who play a role in shaping IT channel

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Research Triangle, N.C. – Global Knowledge, the worldwide leader in IT training and learning
services, is proud to announce that its President and CEO, Sean Dolan, has been named to the
2017 Top 100 Executives by CRN®, a brand of The Channel Company. This annual list recognizes
technology industry leaders who have played an integral role in shaping today’s IT channel,
whether by driving huge cultural shifts, creating new opportunities or forging innovative routes
to success. As part of the Top 100 list, Dolan was named a Top 25 Disrupter of 2017
and is featured in CRN’s August 2017 print issue and online.

CRN recognized Dolan for his work in launching Global Knowledge’s channel offensive. “I’m
honored to be included in CRN’s Top 100 Executives list,” said Dolan. “Our extensive IT and
business skills training solutions enable our channel partners and their clients to effectively
adopt and manage today’s disruptive technologies.” Dolan joined Global Knowledge in 2015
after more than 25 years in the technology sector during which he managed complex
businesses around the globe.

“Global Knowledge is committed to enabling resellers and their customers as they navigate
through major shifts in how IT is implemented and consumed. Addressing data center skill sets
and empowerment is vital to consumption, adoption and effective utilization of the investments
being made in cloud, security, and evolving IT architectures. Under Sean’s leadership, we are
uniquely positioned to support the channel with a comprehensive, proactive and impactful
solution that addresses skills gaps challenges which can erode progress and returns on data
center initiatives,” said Aaron Mills, vice president of channel sales at Global Knowledge.

“Today’s IT ecosystem is undergoing major changes, from a disruptive, technological innovation
boom to the unprecedented shift to a services-driven market,” said Robert Faletra, CEO of The
Channel Company. “For both technology suppliers and solution providers, navigating these
uncertain waters and maintaining a competitive edge requires strong leadership and vision. CRN’s
2017 Top 100 Executives actively embody these qualities, providing the exemplary guidance their
companies need to thrive in this new environment and move the IT channel forward.”

About Global Knowledge
Global Knowledge is the worldwide leader in IT training and learning services. We empower
organizations, teams and individuals with the skills and best practices necessary to leverage the
technologies and competencies critical for sustained success and to create competitive
advantages. With over 15 corporate offices around the world, our 1,500 employees are helping
clients succeed in over 100 countries.

About The Channel Company
The Channel Company enables breakthrough IT channel performance with our dominant media,
engaging events, expert consulting and education, and innovative marketing services and
platforms. As the channel catalyst, we connect and empower technology suppliers, solution
providers and end users. Backed by more than 30 years of unequaled channel experience, we
draw from our deep knowledge to envision innovative new solutions for ever-evolving challenges
in the technology marketplace.

Contact
Marie Maguire, Corporate Communications Manager, Global Knowledge, 919-463-7405,
marie.maguire@globalknowledge.com

Resources
Sean Dolan’s 2017 Top 100 Executives profile

Global Knowledge Channel Partner Program