Jessica O'ConnorLearning technology company Thrive has acquired Huler, the next-generation employee hub, in a move designed to build what it says will be the first fully integrated learning, mentoring and employee experience platform.
By combining Huler’s UX-first smart intranet, Thrive’s AI-powered learning tools, and mentoring expertise from Guider, the companies aim to deliver a “truly AI-first employee experience,” with Huler acting as the central gateway to every workplace app, system and interaction.
Huler, whose customers include Travelodge, Norgine and Dairy Queen, integrates everything from calendars and Slack messages to Jira tickets, Trello boards and company updates.
Its AI-powered personalisation and federated search allow employees to access every tool and system they need in one place.
Sean Reddington, CEO and founder of Thrive, said: “We’re in the AI era now, and it’s time workplace tools caught up.
“With Thrive, Guider and Huler, we’re building tools that are actually fit for how people think, learn and work today.
“They’re fast, intuitive, and built to bring together human connection and AI – the way work should be.”
Huler will continue to operate under its own brand, with investment earmarked for enhanced analytics, AI-driven personalisation, and a new federated experience enabling users to search across all connected workplace systems.
Planned integrations span HRIS platforms, skills tools, communication systems, CRM software and other business applications, giving employees a single intelligent access point.
Cassie Gasson, Thrive’s Co-CEO, added: “We’re not just buying another product, we’re building a movement and investing in a future where every employee’s learning, comms and growth are connected by design.
“Together, Thrive and Huler are creating a workplace experience that’s as engaging and intuitive as the apps we use in our daily lives.
“This is what a real connected employee experience looks like and we’re excited to lead it.”
Richard Urwin, Huler CEO, added: “We set out to change the world of work and make workplace tools feel as intuitive and accessible as the apps people love outside of work.
“We’ve always had bold ambitions and a different way of doing things, so teaming up with Thrive made perfect sense.
“With their momentum, vision and standout tech stack, we’re not just building tools for the AI era – we’re delivering them to customers who are ready to lead now.”
