Charlotte, N.C. – June 21, 2021 – Training The Street (TTS), a global leader in financial education for professionals, has announced a significant investment from Falfurrias Capital Partners (FCP), a private equity firm based in Charlotte. This partnership signals a new phase of growth for TTS, aimed at enhancing its educational resources and expanding its reach in the rapidly evolving financial industry.
For over two decades, Training The Street has been the go-to provider for corporations and academic institutions seeking to equip their professionals with critical financial skills. TTS offers hands-on training in areas such as accounting, capital markets, financial modeling, and valuation, delivered through both online and in-person formats. The company’s experienced instructors are known for blending live instruction, collaborative learning, and real-world applications to make complex financial concepts accessible and practical. TTS boasts an impressive client roster, including top-tier global and investment banks, private equity and consulting firms, and accounting powerhouses.
The investment from Falfurrias Capital Partners marks a pivotal moment for Training The Street. Wilson Sullivan of FCP emphasized TTS’s market leadership, stating, “Without question, TTS is the market leader and industry standard in education for today’s financial professionals.” The partnership aims to leverage FCP’s resources to further solidify TTS’s position through strategic investments in content development, technology upgrades, and expanded marketing initiatives. Joe Price of FCP highlighted the long-term appeal of the training and education market, noting, “Falfurrias identified training and education as an attractive market over a decade ago, and since that time, those secular forces have only accelerated.” He expressed confidence that the combined strengths of TTS and FCP will meet the evolving needs of both professionals and employers in the financial sector.
Scott Rostan, founder and CEO of Training The Street, will continue to lead the company and remains a co-investor alongside the existing leadership team. Rostan articulated his vision for the partnership, stating, “By partnering with FCP, TTS will have access to increased capital to help our clients succeed in a fast-changing business and competitive environment.” Key priorities include enhancing technological capabilities to deliver cutting-edge training experiences, expanding the team with specialized talent to improve client service, and deepening TTS’s presence in international markets to serve its global clientele more effectively. “The goal of our partnership with FCP is to scale and build solutions to better serve a marketplace that is being transformed by technology and changing business needs,” Rostan added. He underscored the commitment to maintaining the high-quality training that has been the hallmark of Training The Street for over 20 years, while innovating to meet future demands.
With this new investment, Training The Street is well-positioned to expand its role in shaping the future of finance professionals globally. The focus remains on providing practical, career-advancing skills that are essential for success in today’s dynamic financial landscape.
