Attensi, the global leader in game-based simulation training, today announced it has been named one of Training Industry’s 2026 Top 20 AI Coaching and Learner Support Tools Companies, recognizing the most innovative and impactful providers of AI-powered coaching and learning technologies in the corporate learning and development market.
Published annually by Training Industry, the Top Training Companies™ lists spotlight the most innovative and effective providers across the corporate learning and development (L&D) landscape. Selection was based on the scope and quality of AI coaching and learner support capabilities, innovation, market presence, customer relationships and business growth.
Attensi earned recognition for RealTalk, its AI-powered conversational simulation platform that enables employees to practice and master challenging workplace conversations in a safe, realistic environment. RealTalk delivers personalized coaching, instant feedback and measurable performance improvement across critical workforce scenarios, including customer service, sales, leadership, onboarding and compliance.
“We’re incredibly proud to be recognized by Training Industry as one of the top AI coaching and learner support providers in the industry.”
said Trond Aas, CEO of Attensi.
Attensi’s recognition follows another year of innovation and growth in AI-powered workforce development. By combining advanced AI capabilities with proven game-based simulation methodology, the company helps organizations close skill gaps, accelerate onboarding, improve customer interactions and drive measurable business outcomes.
According to Training Industry, companies selected for this year’s Top 20 AI Coaching and Learner Support Tools list demonstrated strong differentiation through autonomous coaching capabilities, real-time feedback and performance support delivered within the flow of work.
“RealTalk is transforming how organizations build communication skills at scale. By combining realistic AI-powered conversation practice with instant coaching and performance feedback, it helps employees build confidence, competence and capability faster than traditional training methods, significantly reducing time to competence. We’re seeing exceptional results from clients across industries, and it’s equally exciting to see how L&D and business leaders are using Insights, our AI-powered analytics platform, to uncover actionable performance data, identify skill gaps and make smarter workforce development decisions.” Trond Aas CEO of Attensi
“AI has the potential to fundamentally transform how people learn and perform at work, but only when it’s applied to real-world practice and behavioral change. At Attensi, we’re leading the way in demonstrating how AI can move beyond content generation to become a true performance improvement tool.” Krister Kristiansen CEO of North America, Attensi
Training Industry noted that companies selected for its 2026 Top 20 AI Coaching and Learner Support Tools list demonstrated exceptional innovation in delivering personalized, adaptive coaching experiences through technologies such as machine learning, natural language processing and predictive analytics. These solutions provide real-time feedback, performance insights and contextual support that enable continuous learning and measurable workforce performance improvement.
The recognition further validates Attensi’s growing leadership in AI-powered workforce performance, building on increasing adoption of RealTalk among global organizations looking to improve communication, leadership, customer service and sales effectiveness through realistic conversational practice.
About Attensi
Attensi is the world’s leading game-based simulation training company, combining behavioral science, AI and immersive technology to help organizations improve workforce performance. Trusted by global enterprises across more than 150 countries, Attensi’s solutions enable employees to practice critical skills in realistic scenarios, driving measurable improvements in knowledge, confidence and on-the-job performance.
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