2018 Sponsors

ACT is an international, mission-driven, nonprofit organization with more than 50 years of experience generating data-driven assessments and research. As a trusted leader in the testing field, ACT is known for developing high-quality assessments that determine college and career readiness and provide the most advanced measures of workplace skills.

Alpine Testing Solutions provides comprehensive psychometric, test development, and credential management solutions for training, certification and credentialing programs. With decades of hands-on experience across a wide range of markets, we are highly-skilled professionals with a unique industry-neutral perspective, a track record of high-quality results and an unparalleled reputation for customer satisfaction.

Founded in 1999, ATA is the largest computer-based test service provider in China, and currently delivers a test volume of 10+ million per year on its cutting-edge and proven delivery platforms such as ETX, MTS and EzTest. ATA Inc. is publicly traded on NASDAQ (NASDAQ: ATAI) since 2008.

Castle is an accomplished and highly regarded full-services certification and licensure testing company. We help your stakeholders excel in their profession through the development and delivery of competency-based testing, training, and high-stakes certification programs. With an expert team of testing and instructional design professionals, Castle understands what it takes to successfully launch and maintain a high-quality credentialing program. Backed by 30 years of experience in the science of psychometrics and training development, we invite you to partner with a trusted team that is dedicated to providing a seamless experience designed to drive your program’s success to new heights.

At Caveon, we believe in quality testing and valid exam results. That’s why, in 2003, a team of test security visionaries joined to create Caveon, a company borne to help protect the most important test programs in the world. Today, Caveon offers proven, practical solutions for test security and test development.

The College Board is a mission-driven not-for-profit organization that connects students to college success and opportunity. Founded in 1900, the College Board was created to expand access to higher education. Today, the membership association is made up of over 6,000 of the world’s leading educational institutions and is dedicated to promoting excellence and equity in education.

At nonprofit ETS, we advance quality and equity in education for people worldwide by creating assessments based on rigorous research. ETS develops, administers and scores more than 50 million tests annually -- including customized state-level K-12 assessments, high school equivalency tests and teacher licensure exams.

Examity^®’s multimodal ID Verification and Online Proctoring solution offers universities and corporations a flexible option that scales enterprise-wide. The company has been recognized for its efficiency, security and convenience within online testing. As the industry leader, Examity^® partners with more than 250 universities and corporations worldwide.

The Graduate Management Admission Council^®(GMAC^®) is a nonprofit organization of leading graduate business schools from around the world. GMAC owns and administers the Graduate Management Admission Test (GMAT), used by more than 6,100 graduate programs worldwide, and the NMAT by GMAC™ exam, for programs in India. Visit gmac.com for information.

Internet Testing Systems is a leading provider of online solutions for assessment programs. Our satisfied clients value our innovative technology, unique customization skills and superior service. Our systems include item banking, test delivery, scoring, reporting, site readiness, and program management tools.

Kryterion, Inc. offers professional associations and businesses a flexible, affordable and easy-to-use software solution for developing and delivering exams. Our industry-leading Webassessor™ platform empowers both clients and test takers with a solution that simplifies and automates test registration, payment, scheduling, grading and reporting. Discover more at www.KryterionOnline.com.

Netlogon designs, develops, manages content for technology-based assessments, examinations and performance-based tests. With years of experience in developing certification and validation content, Netlogon has developed unique expertise and methodologies to deliver high stakes content in short time frames; as well as innovated in real PBT solution for organizations of all sizes. Our dedication to clarity and accuracy is unmatched in the industry.

Helping to improve people’s lives through professional certification and academic testing is Pearson VUE’s mission. Our customers’ credentials help people advance in technology, government and professional careers, as well as attain educational growth. Visit PearsonVUE.com to learn how our testing experts can develop, manage, deliver and grow your testing program.

Prometric is the trusted leader in global testing and assessment solutions for academic, corporate, financial services, government, healthcare, professional associations and technology markets. It offers a comprehensive approach to advise, develop, manage and deliver programs in the industry’s most integrated technology-enabled environment across the world’s most secure testing network or through the conveniences of online testing services. The company is committed to service quality and a set of values that supports test takers worldwide who take more than seven million tests each year in more than 180 countries. For more information, please visit www.prometric.com.

PSI has over 70 years of experience providing worldwide testing solutions to corporations, federal and state government agencies, professional associations, certifying bodies and leading academic institutions. PSI offers a comprehensive solutions approach from test development to delivery to results processing, including pre-hire employment selection, managerial assessments, licensing and certification tests, distance learning testing, license management services and professional services. www.psionline.com

As one of Canada's leaders in psychometrics, computer-based exam administration, online learning, and educational technology, Yardstick Assessment Strategies draws on the latest developments in computer and web technology to deliver rigorous and innovative online testing and training. We build everything at Yardstick Assessment Strategies with defensibility and security in mind, partnering with subject matter experts, employers, industry regulators and managers to train, certify and verify today's workforce. Together, we help build a safe, secure and successful world, one learner at a time.

Acclaim is an award-winning digital professional recognition platform backed by Pearson. We contextualize our clients’ credentials so people can put them to work and advance their careers. Visit YourAcclaim.com to learn how our unmatched approach to digital credentials delivers insights, action and value to our partners.

The American National Standards Institute (ANSI) is a private non-profit organization that accredits U.S Standards Developers and approves standards as American National Standards (ANS). ANSI is the sole U.S. representative to the International Organization for Standardization (ISO). ANSI accreditation process conforms to the highest accreditation standard (ISO/IEC 17011) and represents the best practices in accreditation. Currently 65+ certification bodies for 185 certification scopes have been accredited under ANSI/ISO/IEC 17024.

Arcadia designs and builds custom software systems for many business verticals including e-learning and e-assessment: 150 of our 500 developers work for clients from these areas. We focus on building complex web applications, mobile apps for business, data analysis and business intelligence solutions.

BreakAway, is a recognized leader in the design, development & deployment of game-based learning & assessment solutions. BreakAway’s products are the state of the art in incorporating learning theory, human factors, and cognitive engineering into the games we create for education, training and assessment.

BrightLink is an Atlanta-based software firm exclusively dedicated to the credentialing industry. We facilitate the delivery, results, continuing education, and management of professional credentialing exams for individuals who are looking to better their lives and careers through licensure or certification.

Delivering examinations with integrity and security to 2 million candidates in over 100 countries annually, the British Council is the UK’s international organisation for cultural relations and educational opportunities. Visit www.britishcouncil.org/education/exams to see how we can help you deliver your examinations to a global audience thorough our Computer Based Testing services.

BSI has created the world’s first biometric password, BioSig-ID. NO hardware required. This software only gesture biometric offers continuous authentication of individuals, providing proof of identity. Combined with BioProof-ID, our online legal ID witnessing application, and our forensic audit trail to uncover identity fraud...BioSig-ID has you covered.

BTL Surpass is a global provider of an authoring/banking, delivery, scoring and reporting solution for high-stakes, computer-based or paper exams. BTL is the most comprehensive, reliable and secure set of assessment technologies on the market, enabling organizations to transform their exam development processes by truly pushing the boundaries of assessment.

B Virtual provides live online proctoring services worldwide to over 300 preferred clients worldwide. With 24 x 7 operations and two secure facilities in Greater Atlanta and Greater Toronto, B Virtual has developed an unparalleled reputation for service guarantees and service integration.

Certification Management Services (CMS) is the proud developer and owner of the AUTHORWise™ Item Development and Item Banking System, which places item bank control in your hands. CMS also provides test development and psychometric services including analysis, item development, consulting, and test development applications. Our psychometric qualifications and broad client experiences truly make us the Item Experts.

Comms Multilingual is the leading translation and adaptation solutions provider for psychometric tests, assessments, exams and certifications. We cover over 100 languages and offer not just test adaptation, but also expert review (by clinical and I/O psychologists), cognitive debriefing and normative data collection. We also offer typesetting, voice-recording and subtitling.

Data Solutions International provides the leading assessment technology platform for test delivery. Our powerful software aligns to your business and assessments. Solutions include item banking, configured workflows, proprietary scoring, and instant reports provide individual and organization insights. Partner with the best! Data Solutions International – Accurate, Secure and Scalable.

Excelsoft provides innovative technology-based solutions for testing and assessment for universities, schools, certifying bodies, governments, and companies. Our complete end-to-end integrated solution is now being used to deliver over 100 million tests per year, all around the world. Yet our system is configurable to provide the flexibility needed to meet the needs of the largest engagements, as well as the smallest.

With more than 30 years of experience, Hogan Assessments is the global leader in providing comprehensive, research-based personality assessment and consulting. Grounded in decades of research, Hogan’s assessment solutions help businesses dramatically reduce turnover and increase productivity by hiring the right people, developing key talent, and evaluating leadership potential.

The Institute for Credentialing Excellence is a membership association of 425 organizations, 2000 individuals. ICE provides education, resources and networking opportunities for the credentialing industry. ICE is a developer of standards for certification and certificate programs. In partnership with International Accreditation Services (IAS), ICE can offer optional ISO 17024 accreditation.

Learnosity offers a suite of assessment technologies - intuitive authoring, powerful analytics and over 60 Technology Enhanced Items (TEIs) - which enable organizations to build and deliver powerful, interactive assessments at scale. Inherently flexible and specifically designed to integrate into any third party product, the Learnosity APIs shorten development cycles and time to market without sacrificing quality or value. Learnosity works with many of the top names in K-12 and higher education as well as test preparation, corporate training and learning institutions and has offices in Dublin, New York, Los Angeles and Sydney.

NPC, Inc. is your partner for exam delivery. Get the most out of your testing and assessment projects with a simple, no-hassle approach that combines exam production, data and document security, and versatile fulfillment services to deliver a positive on-time testing experience...every time. Learn more at www.npcweb.com.

Paradigm Testing helps organizations grow by delivering affordable, secure exams conveniently to their candidates. CBT delivery options include dedicated sites, remote proctoring, and our exclusive mobile device-based Event Testing model. Our suite of specialty services includes Test Accommodations & Accessibility Services, Test Security Services, and Psychometric Services. www.ParadigmTesting.com

Parchment is the most comprehensive digital credential management service allowing credential issuers, credential verifiers, and credential earners to issue, validate and share secure digital transcripts, diplomas, certificates and more. Since 2003, Parchment has exchanged more than 20 million credentials, globally.

ProctorU provides distance proctoring and identity authentication services for institutions that offer examinations online. The service allows students to take exams from anywhere in a secured environment using only a computer, webcam and high-speed Internet connection. ProctorU offers live, person-to-person, real-time monitoring to more than 1,000 colleges, universities and certification organizations including the University of Florida and Northwestern University.

Questionmark assessment and portal solutions enable organizations to measure knowledge, skills and attitudes for certification, channel expertise, workforce learning and regulatory compliance. Questionmark’s assessment management system, available as a cloud-based solution or for on-premise deployment, enables collaborative, multilingual authoring; multiple delivery options including mobile devices; trustable results and comprehensive analytics.

ROC-P is a comprehensive cloud-based software platform for certifying boards. It streamlines membership management tasks, payments, exam registrations and scheduling, CE and CQIs, test development and the certification/re-certification process and so much more. With an easy-to-use interface, web-based accessibility and continually enhanced functionality, ROC-P enables your organization to serve diplomates, applicants and candidates better, faster and more efficiently by performing all essential functions at one convenient location.

Scantron provides intelligent assessment, data management, and analytics solutions that help students, candidates and leaders in 70 countries worldwide. Our full-service solutions are designed to provide high-quality, valuable, and timely data to help educators and employers make the right decisions for their organizations and stakeholders. See what Scantron can do for you today!

Strasz Assessment Systems provides a powerful, integrated suite of software and services. Our experienced team of assessment professionals supports all phases of exam development, from accreditation consultation through item development, test delivery and scoring. Strasz provides customized solutions to deliver the best customer experience. Better testing. Better results. One vendor.

Redefining Digital Assessment: Open Source, Open Standards, Open Possibilities. TAO, from Open Assessment Technologies, is the leading assessment solution for education and career advancement. Break free from proprietary data silos, eliminate expensive licensing fees, gain full control of your testing resources, and enjoy enterprise level support. Learn more at taotesting.com.

TrueAbility is an advanced platform for delivering evidence-based skill assessment for the 21st-century workforce. Important to the classroom and workplace, TrueAbility provides solutions built upon performance-based technology, bridging a gap for both end-users and the entities measuring their skill by providing a comprehensive environment to learn or demonstrate ability.

Vantage is a privately-held organization that incubates products with new ideas in Big Data Cognitive Computing, Natural Language Understanding, Learning and Collaboration.

XtremeLabs provides performance-based learning and lab solutions for training companies, enterprises, government, and educational organizations. Our state-of-the-art datacenters offer a reliable hybrid-cloud platform that enables custom learning atmospheres, the creation and customization of complex IT environments, and so much more. We specialize in virtualized learning systems, backed by a decade of experience working with high-tech organizations, so we can easily connect your content and customers across the web.

YouSeeU, creator of Bongo, is a global leader in video assessment and soft skill development. Bongo’s proprietary video technology and powerful feedback capabilities enable authentic assessment and the mastery of critical soft skills. Founded in 2009, YouSeeU now ranks on the Inc. 500 List of America’s fastest-growing private companies.

Zoomorphix Systems provides all in one testing solutions and related services to the testing community. The ExamStudio^® platform provides advanced item banking, test publishing, test delivery, grading and results management. Red Panda X™ and Glass3D^® provide advanced item type capabilities. Zoomorphix has become a recognized leader in testing solutions.

AERE provides assessment, education, and research consulting services to organizations specializing in assessment, licensure, certification, employment selection, survey research, and data analysis. AERE's staff of experts has experience working with different credentialing programs as well as serving as credentialing managers, educational experts, and psychometricians for large credentialing and education assessment.

Amplifire is the leading e-learning platform built from discoveries in cognitive science. Amplifire helps learners master topics faster, retain information longer, and perform better on exams. This results in higher pass rates. The system’s actionable analytics provide insight into precise areas where learners are struggling, indicating the need for intervention.

Ascend Learning is a leading provider of educational content and software tools for students, educational institutions and employers. With products that span the learning continuum, Ascend Learning focuses on high-growth careers in a range of industries, with a special focus on healthcare and other licensure-driven occupations.

Authentic Testing offers comprehensive, affordable performance-testing solutions -- from exam development and psychometrics to implementation and administration. With your SMEs, we develop a JTA and test items in weeks, and implement in months. We offer authoritative ANSI accreditation support, and implement multiple-choice testing with an eye to transitioning to performance items.

Cito (institute for Educational Measurement) provides and evaluates solid, objective tests and assessments. Our products enable both corporate clients and educational institutes to gain insight into knowledge, skills and competences. We also offer testing expertise, psychometric consultancy and technological innovations to help building better assessments throughout the world.

Copyright Clearance Center (CCC) is a global leader in content management, licensing, discovery and delivery solutions. Through its relationships with those who use and create content, CCC drives market-based solutions that fuel research, power publishing and respect copyright. With its subsidiaries RightsDirect and Ixxus, CCC provides solutions for millions of people from the world’s largest companies and academic institutions.

GrandMasters provides certification exam development and assessment services to Fortune 500 companies and prominent universities and colleges. Our services include: project management, content development management, item writing, editing, subject matter expert recruiting, and psychometric services. GrandMasters has an outstanding reputation with clients due to high quality deliverables and cost effective solutions.

HMH creates engaging, dynamic and effective educational content and experiences from early childhood to K-12 and beyond the classroom, serving more than 50 million students in more than 150 countries. HMH offers well-respected assessments such as the Iowa Assessments, CogAT, Woodcock-Johnson, and the BDI. HMH is proud to continue its long tradition of supporting the field of assessment and ATP.

LearningBuilder is a state of the art credentialing management platform used by certification, accreditation, and licensing organizations to promote standards of professional competence. Our customers choose LearningBuilder to enable their community achieve targeted professional development goals. We offer candidate applications, recertification, portfolio review, education management, reflective practice, low stakes assessments and more! Contact us at www.learningbuilder.com or www.heuristics.net.

LearningMate accelerates your digital assessment initiatives using specialized services, data models, and QuAD, a customizable enterprise assessment solution. Designed for rapid deployment, QuAD’s workflow simplifies the development, management, and delivery of your next-generation assessments while it’s cloud-based architecture and data model enables secure online testing and performance reporting.

The Law School Admission Council (LSAC) is a nonprofit corporation that provides unique, state-of-the-art products and services to ease the admission process for law schools and their applicants worldwide. Founded in 1947, LSAC is best known for administering the Law School Admission Test (LSAT) and processing academic credentials for law school applicants. Currently, 221 law schools in the United States, Canada, and Australia are members of the Council and benefit from LSAC’s services.

NOCTI is the largest provider of industry-based credentials and partner industry certifications for career and technical education (CTE) programs across the nation. Whether using assessments to meet Perkins accountability requirements, to guide data-driven instructional improvement, or to assist with teacher evaluation systems, NOCTI provides a credible solution through its validated and reliable technical skill assessment.

Sireci Psychometric Services is a network of Ph.D.-level psychometricians, educational researchers, and technology specialists that provides a wide variety of services to testing agencies; state/national departments of educations, research institutions, professional associations, and others. Services include test development, computer-based test design, equating, calibration, standard setting, validity studies, seminars, and workshops.