{"id":28644,"date":"2021-12-20T14:28:46","date_gmt":"2021-12-20T14:28:46","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.brandonhall.com\/blogs\/?p=28644"},"modified":"2023-05-11T19:36:17","modified_gmt":"2023-05-11T19:36:17","slug":"acf-consultants-wins-an-excellence-in-technology-award","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/brandonhall.com\/acf-consultants-wins-an-excellence-in-technology-award\/","title":{"rendered":"ACF Consultants Wins An \u201cExcellence in Technology\u201d Award"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/ex6jpoo4khr.exactdn.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/Silver-TECH-Award-2021-01.png?strip=all&w=2560\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignleft size-thumbnail wp-image-28645\" src=\"https:\/\/ex6jpoo4khr.exactdn.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/Silver-TECH-Award-2021-01-150x150.png?strip=all\" alt=\"\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ex6jpoo4khr.exactdn.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/Silver-TECH-Award-2021-01-150x150.png?strip=all 150w, https:\/\/ex6jpoo4khr.exactdn.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/Silver-TECH-Award-2021-01.png?strip=all&amp;zoom=0.4&amp;resize=150%2C150 60w, https:\/\/ex6jpoo4khr.exactdn.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/Silver-TECH-Award-2021-01.png?strip=all&amp;zoom=2&amp;resize=150%2C150 300w, https:\/\/ex6jpoo4khr.exactdn.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/Silver-TECH-Award-2021-01.png?strip=all&amp;zoom=3&amp;resize=150%2C150 450w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 150px) 100vw, 150px\" \/><\/a>ACF Consultants<\/strong>, a leading provider of learning services, has just won a coveted Brandon Hall Group silver award for excellence for its <strong>Global Trader Cloud<\/strong> financial markets simulation. The award was in the <strong>Best Advance in Gaming or Simulation Technology <\/strong>category.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Global Trader Cloud<\/strong> is the most sophisticated and versatile markets simulator available. The system uses the latest web technologies to create a totally realistic trading environment covering all the financial markets, asset classes, and products. This includes commodities, cryptos, and derivatives, under any economic conditions. Users can access the simulation on all devices, and even on multiple devices and screens. The simulation is ideal for any training involving the global markets, sales and trading, and related areas.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cWe are delighted to receive this accolade which reflects the pioneering work we have under\u00adtaken in creating this unparalleled new system. Since its launch this summer Global Trader has enriched the learning experience of those attending our seminars and received exception\u00adally positive feedback,\u201d said Dr Lawrence Galitz, CEO of ACF Consultants. \u201cI am particularly pleased with the technical innovations which our team has developed, including personalized AI-powered feedback for each participant, and a wealth of powerful analytic tools generating insights in real time.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>\u201cTechnology has never been more critical for success in human capital management than it is today. We were thrilled to see many new innovations in all areas, but especially related to the future of work,\u201d said Brandon Hall Group Chief Operating Officer and awards program head Rachel Cooke. \u201cThanks to the many innovations from our Excellence in Technology winners, organizations have many compelling options as they make important decisions on how to leverage technology to drive their people strategies.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>\u201cHCM solution providers must be experts and visionaries in technology, but they also must have the ability to anticipate the diverse needs of employers as they work to adapt to ongoing change,\u201d Brandon Hall Group CEO Mike Cooke said. \u201cThis requires a blend of curiosity, empathy and agility that is difficult to achieve. We have seen an extraordinary level of insight and creativity from our Excellence in Technology winners that has been exciting to see.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>A panel of veteran, independent senior industry experts, and Brandon Hall Group senior analysts and executives evaluated the entries based upon product innovation, unique differentiators, value proposition, and measurable results leading to benefits that customers can expect to experience.<\/p>\n<p><strong>About ACF Consultants Ltd<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>ACF Consultants is a leading provider of high-quality innovative training solutions to the banking and finance sector. ACF\u2019s clients include global investment and commercial banks, corporations, financial institutions, central banks, and other regulators.<\/p>\n<p>ACF have always used technology to make learning dynamic, engaging and memorable. The company was founded on the principle of integrating theory with practice through the entire learning experience. People remember what they learn and acquire skills as well as knowledge. Realistic simulation is the most effective way to achieve this and is an enjoyable way to learn.<\/p>\n<p><strong>About Brandon Hall Group<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Brandon Hall Group operates the largest and longest running awards program in Human Capital Management. As an independent HCM research and analyst firm they conduct studies in Learning and Development, Talent Management, Leadership Development, Diversity, Equity &amp; Inclusion, Talent Acquisition and HR\/Workforce Management. These benchmark studies help organizations by providing strategic insights for executives and practitioners responsible for growth and business results.<\/p>\n<p>Coupling the research studies with the best practice from the awards, Brandon Hall Group has helped more than 10,000 clients globally and more than 28 years of delivering world-class research and advisory. At the core of their offerings is a membership program that combines research, benchmarking and unlimited access to data and analysts. Membership enables executives and practitioners to make the right decisions about people, processes, and systems, coalesced with analyst advisory services which aim to put the research into action in a way that is practical and efficient.<\/p>\n<p>Brandon Hall Group has also launched professional certifications for business and human capital management professionals to upskill themselves and gain credentials for career advancement.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Related Links<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/acfconsultants.com\/projects\/global-trader-cloud\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Global Trader Cloud<\/a><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/acfconsultants.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">ACF Consultants<\/a><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/excellenceawards.brandonhall.com\/winners\/\">Brandon Hall Group Excellence Awards<\/a><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.brandonhall.com\/\">Brandon Hall Group<\/a><\/p>\n<p><strong>Contact Data<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Lawrence Galitz<\/p>\n<p>ACF Consultants Ltd<\/p>\n<p>(212) 422 4320<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"mailto:Lawrence.Galitz@acfconsultants.com\">Lawrence.Galitz@acfconsultants.com<\/a><\/p>\n<p>David Forry<\/p>\n<p>Brandon Hall Group<\/p>\n<p>(561) 353 8082<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"mailto:David.forry@brandonhall.com\">David.forry@brandonhall.com<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>ACF Consultants, a leading provider of learning services, has just won a coveted Brandon Hall Group silver award for excellence for its Global Trader Cloud financial markets simulation. 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Most recently, Mike was the VP and General Manager of Field Operations at Bersin &amp; Associates, a global analyst and consulting services firm focused on all areas of enterprise learning, talent management and talent acquisition. Tasked with leading the company's global expansion, Mike led all sales operations worldwide. During Mike's tenure, the company has grown into a multi-national firm, conducting business in over 45 countries with over 4,500 multi-national organizations. Mike started his career at MicroVideo Learning Systems in 1992, eventually holding a senior management position and leading all corporate sales before founding Dynamic Minds. Mike was CEO and Co-Founder of Dynamic Minds, a custom developer of software programs, working with clients like Goldman Sachs, Prentice Hall, McGraw Hill and Merrill Lynch. Also, Mike worked for Oddcast, a leading provider of customer experience and marketing solutions, where he held a senior management position leading the company into new markets across various industries. Mike also serves on the Advisory Board for Carbon Solutions America, an independent sustainability consulting and carbon management firm that specializes in the design and implementation of greenhouse reduction and sustainability plans as well as managing the generation of carbon and renewal energy and energy efficiency credits. Mike attended University of Phoenix, studying Business Administration and Finance. 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