Strategic Hires Bring Expertise in Customer Engagement, Technology, and Scalable Growth

ST. LOUIS: Colibri Group ("Colibri"), a professional education company serving millions of individuals and business customers through over 40 leading brands offering flexible online and in-person learning solutions, today announced that three key executives have joined the company since the start of the year. These strategic hires are set to drive customer-centric innovation and AI-powered learning as Colibri continues to scale. The appointments reflect the company’s commitment to delivering high-quality, flexible, and future-focused education solutions, positioning Colibri to advance its mission of empowering professionals across diverse industries.

Colibri Group is backed by Gridiron Capital, LLC ("Gridiron Capital"), a leading investment firm focused on partnering with founders, entrepreneurs, and management teams.

“At Colibri, we’re committed to helping professionals in our communities grow and thrive,” said Shravan Goli, CEO of Colibri Group. “As we scale beyond where we are today, these new leaders bring the experience we need to better serve more than 50 professions – with smarter technology, deeper customer focus, and a bold vision for the future. Together, we’re building a more human, more innovative approach to professional learning – one that embraces the power of AI to unlock what’s next.”

Prabhu Inbarajan Appointed Chief Product & Technology Officer

Colibri is pleased to announce that Prabhu Inbarajan joined as Chief Product & Technology Officer (CPTO), effective March 3, 2025. As a seasoned technology leader with a proven track record of driving transformative product strategies, Prabhu’s expertise will be invaluable in guiding Colibri’s continued focus on delivering cutting-edge solutions that meet the evolving needs of professionals. The CPTO title underscores Colibri’s commitment to closely integrating technology and product strategy to drive customer innovation and product-led growth.

Prabhu brings over 25 years of product and technology experience in global payments, digital commerce, ad tech, and financial services. In his previous role at Blackhawk Network, he helped simplify and transform the company’s product and technology landscape, leading a 400+ member global product and technology team. His expertise in scaled product and technology transformation will be instrumental in Colibri’s evolution from M&A-driven growth to scalable, customer-centric product innovation.

"I’m excited to join Colibri at this pivotal moment," said Prabhu. "The company's mission to empower professionals through education aligns perfectly with my passion for creating value through impactful solutions to meaningful customer challenges. As AI-driven innovation reshapes the future of learning and professional growth, I’m thrilled to be working with Colibri’s talented team to drive product-led growth, enhance our platform, and leverage AI to create new opportunities for learners and professionals worldwide."

Bryan Kenna Appointed President of Real Estate

Colibri welcomed Bryan Kenna as President of Real Estate, effective February 3, 2025. Bryan leads the real estate ecosystem, continuing Colibri’s commitment to delivering premier education and training solutions for real estate professionals. Bryan is a seasoned leader in training and education, with a strong track record of driving profitable growth in PE- and VC-backed businesses. He joins Colibri from QuickStart Learning, where, as CEO, he led significant growth and drove profitability. His background also includes roles as Chief Marketing Officer at C2 Education and Ashworth College, as well as experience in strategy consulting at The Boston Consulting Group and accounting at PricewaterhouseCoopers.

"Colibri has built an incredible reputation in real estate education, shaping the careers of so many professionals in the industry,” said Bryan. “Since February, I’ve had the opportunity to work alongside this talented and passionate team, and I’m even more excited about the opportunities ahead. Together, we’re focused on expanding our reach, driving innovation, and ensuring real estate professionals have the tools and training they need to thrive at every stage of their journey.”

About Colibri Real Estate: Colibri Real Estate empowers agents and brokers to start or advance their careers with the industry’s most comprehensive, flexible learning solutions – helping millions pursue and achieve more in their careers by providing custom education solutions, recruitment resources, and expert instruction through our real estate schools and innovative online learning platform. For more information, please visit Colibri Real Estate School | Online Real Estate Education.

Mikell Parsch Appointed President of Healthcare

Colibri also announces that Mikell Parsch has joined as President of Healthcare, effective January 2, 2025. Mikell brings over 30 years of leadership experience in global growth, business transformation, and customer-centric innovation. As President at Franklin Covey, she led international expansion while revitalizing its domestic business model and brand. Most recently, as CEO of New Horizons Worldwide, she delivered sustained growth by enhancing customer value and strengthening market presence. Her deep passion for education and development is evident in her leadership role at The Coaches Training Institute, where she built programs that transformed organizational cultures and empowered individuals.

“I am excited to join Colibri and contribute to its mission of supporting healthcare professionals with accessible and high-quality learning solutions,” said Mikell. “Healthcare professionals play a critical role in our society, and I look forward to further expanding and enhancing our offerings and impact in this essential sector.”

About Colibri Healthcare: Colibri Healthcare provides high-quality, innovative learning solutions that prepare students and professionals for the industry's evolving challenges. Our expertly designed courses offer both convenience and cutting-edge education, empowering healthcare professionals to deliver better patient care. With leading schools for nurse practitioner licensing and comprehensive continuing education, we are committed to advancing professional growth and excellence. For more information, please visit Home - Colibri Healthcare

About Colibri Group: Colibri Group is building the future of professional education. Millions of licensed professionals start and advance their careers through the company’s engaging online and in-person learning solutions for licensing, continuing education, test preparation, and professional development. Headquartered in St. Louis, Missouri, Colibri Group provides a holistic learning experience for learners and professionals to achieve more, adapt, and thrive throughout their careers in real estate, accounting, financial services, teacher education, healthcare, and valuation and property services, among other professions. Visit www.colibrigroup.com for more information.

About Gridiron Capital: Gridiron Capital is an investment firm focused on partnering with founders, entrepreneurs, and management teams to build middle-market companies into industry leaders in the consumer products & services, industrial growth, and business services sectors in the United States and Canada. As former operators and entrepreneurs, the Gridiron team understands the complexities of running a business and works closely with its portfolio companies to create lasting value. Additional information is available at www.gridironcapital.com.

Fonte: Business Wire