Korn/Ferry Completes Acquisition of Leading Global Leadership Solutions Firm, PDI Ninth House

LOS ANGELES, Jan. 2, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- Korn/Ferry International (NYSE:KFY), a premier global provider of talent management solutions, today announced that it has completed its acquisition of Minneapolis-based PDI Ninth House, a leading, globally-recognized provider of leadership solutions. 

"We are pleased to announce the completion of Korn/Ferry's acquisition of PDI Ninth House, a partnership that combines two of the top brands in talent management," said Gary D. Burnison, CEO of Korn/Ferry International. "PDI Ninth House brings to Korn/Ferry strong talent management offerings, rich intellectual property, and world-class people, which we believe will immediately increase Korn/Ferry's depth and scale in being the most relevant leadership organization in the world."

About Korn/Ferry International
Korn/Ferry International is a premier global provider of talent management solutions, with a presence throughout the Americas, Asia Pacific, Europe, the Middle East and Africa. The firm delivers services and solutions that help clients cultivate greatness through the attraction, engagement, development and retention of their talent. Visit www.kornferry.com for more information on Korn/Ferry International, and www.kornferryinstitute.com for thought leadership, intellectual property, and research.

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