Macquarie Capital acquires Kalkomey to boost recreational safety education

Kalkomey, a major provider of online recreational safety education in North America, has announced its acquisition by Macquarie Capital.

Founded in 1995 and headquartered in Richardson, Texas, Kalkomey collaborates with government agencies to develop courses, educational materials, and software solutions aimed at enhancing safety in outdoor recreational activities. 

The company offers software solutions for state and provincial agencies, distributes regulations for outdoor activities, and provides mobile field applications for consumers. Annually, Kalkomey trains and certifies nearly one million outdoor enthusiasts.

 Blake Clark, CEO of Kalkomey said about the aquisition: 

“We’re excited to partner with Macquarie Capital, whose unique experience at the intersection of government and education technology will be invaluable as we fulfill our mission to be the trusted guide to outdoor success for our agencies and outdoor enthusiasts.”

Macquarie Capital, through its Growth and Technology team, made the investment, with senior managing directors Larry Handen and Jared Doskow set to join Kalkomey’s Board of Directors.

Handen stated:

“For nearly 30 years, Kalkomey has allowed millions of Americans to safely and responsibly experience the great outdoors. We’re excited to build on this legacy by supporting the vital work of state, provincial and local agencies that work tirelessly to preserve and protect both people and natural resources.”

Doskow added:

“Kalkomey is a trusted partner to both government agencies and the citizens they serve. Macquarie Capital’s investment underscores our commitment to high-performing companies that deliver significant and lasting value to the public sector, particularly in a climate of rising constituent expectations and tightening government budgets.”