Interaction Associates, a global innovator of advanced solutions that drive business results through leadership excellence, team effectiveness, and change readiness, is again among top firms selected by Training Industry, Inc. for its 2013 list of the top 20 Leadership Training Companies. The prestigious ranking recognizes top leadership development providers from across the globe.

"This is a great start to 2013 – the second year that Training Industry has selected us as a top leadership training firm," said Linda Stewart, President and CEO of Interaction Associates. "Across the business world, we get high marks for innovative, smart, and practical client solutions. In fact, since 1969, Interaction Associates has been a leader in developing the strategic thinking, self-awareness and collaborative capability in leaders to help organizations achieve powerful business results,” added Stewart.

“Our Top 20 Leadership Training Companies List always draws from a very competitive pool of applicants year in and year out; this year was no different. The companies selected support  a variety of services to an array of industries and represent an elite group of the leadership training market,” said Ken Taylor, COO of Training Industry, Inc.

Selection of the 2013 Top 20 Leadership Training Companies was based on the following criteria:

• Thought leadership and influence within the leadership training industry
• Industry recognition and innovation
• Breadth of programs and range of audiences served
• Delivery methods offered
• Company size and growth potential
• Strength of clients
• Geographic reach
• Experience serving the market

Due to the diversity of services included in leadership training programs, Training Industry, Inc. does not attempt to rank the top companies.