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Celebrating 50 Years of Personalysis

Join the journey through the decades and experience the evolution of the best personality assessment available today. From the creative and innovative application of science-based principles to business growth and global success, witness our amazing storyline. We not only Know People, we empower people to Work better, together!
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Our Journey Through the Years

1960 – 1975

A revolutionary take on personality is born

The Personalysis Framework conceived and developed by Jim Noland.
1960 – 1975
  • The Personalysis Framework conceived and developed by Jim Noland to help college graduates focus on career opportunities
  • The initial report focused on job fit as well as organizational culture fit.
1960 – 1975
1975

Incorporation & Early Growth

Personalysis officially incorporated under the name Management Sciences, laying the foundation for its future success. As the company’s exciting evolution moved into business management, Management Sciences rebranded as Management Technologies (dba Manatech).
1975
  • Personalysis incorporated under the name Management Sciences.
  • Mary Noland named CEO.
  • Early pioneer in Executive Coaching.
  • 1978: Reincorporated under the name Management Technologies (dba) Manatech).
  • Focus of the report expanded to include business management and guidance on how to use individual strengths to succeed in business.
  • Personalysis expanded focus and guidance on stress management.
1975
1980s

Pioneering Personality Insights into Business

Personalysis reached new heights in 1980 with the launch of the groundbreaking Executive Leadership Program (ELP), while securing esteemed clients such as Dale Carnegie, Citi Bank, Cigna, Caterpillar, and the US Government, setting the stage for lasting impact. This decade also saw the first certification class and the computerization of the Colorgraph!
1980s
  • 1980: Launch of the Executive Development Program (ELP).
  • 1980: Early clients include Dale Carnegie, Citi Bank, Cigna, and Pape Brothers (Caterpillar).
  • 1986: Introduction of the team report called the Group Dynamic Profile (GDP) Team Report.
  • 1986: First certification classes offered in Houston, Texas.
  • 1987: First computer-generated reports and Colorgraphs introduced.
1980s
1990s

Rebranding & Digital Advancements

In a bold transformation, 1994 marked a defining moment as the company rebranded as Personalysis, unveiling a fresh new logo and the powerful tagline "We Know People", reinforcing its commitment to understanding human potential. The innovation continued with the launch of an interactive database and the introduction of a Training CD to accompany reports.
1990s
  • 1991: Reputation grows to include international clientele.
  • 1994: Rebranded as Personalysis, introducing a new logo and tagline: "We Know People".
  • 1998: Launch of an interactive database.
  • 1998: Training CD accompanies reports.
1990s
2000s

Leadership Transition & Expansion

The dawn of a new era arrived in 2000 as Mary and Jim Noland retired, paving the way for Kerry Farrell to take the helm as CEO. The momentum continued in 2006, marking a major milestone as Personalysis began offering Continuing Education Credits (CEUs) and expanding its impact with new training programs, including Coaching Using Personalysis and Giving and Receiving Feedback Using Personalysis.
2000s
  • 2000: Mary and Jim Noland retire; Kerry Farrell named CEO.
  • 2004: Certification program relaunched as the Personalysis Facilitator Training Program.
  • 2005: Introduction of Building Teams Through Personalysis training.
  • 2005: Periodical articles published.
  • 2006: Personalysis begins offering Continuing Education Credits (CEUs).
  • 2006: New training programs:
    • Coaching Using Personalysis
    • Giving and Receiving Feedback Using Personalysis
  • 2007: Updated, customer-friendly database introduced.
  • 2007: Launch of the eLearning Program and Leading Teams Training Program.
2000s
2010s

Expanded Online Learning & Virtual Programs reaching a global audience

Personalysis continued to expand its transformative training offerings in 2012 with the launch of the Addressing Negatives Training Program, followed by the Coping with Change, Stress, and Distress Training Program in 2013. In 2017, innovation soared with the launch of virtual certification and a new website, ushering in a new digital era for the company.
2010s
  • 2012: Introduction of Addressing Negatives Training Program.
  • 2013: Coping with Change, Stress, and Distress Training Program.
  • 2014: Effectively Dealing with Conflict Training Program.
  • 2014: Virtual workshops and coaching introduced.
  • 2017: Virtual certification introduced.
  • 2017: Personalysis launches a new website.
  • 2017: James R. Noland passes away.
  • 2018: Putting Personalysis to Work series: applying to business and coaching.
2010s
2020s

Modernization & Leadership Changes

In a time of global challenge, Personalysis stepped up in 2020, offering free "Stress Less in the Mess" programs to support frontline health professionals during COVID-19, while also ushering in leadership changes with Adrienne McDunn taking the reins as CEO. That same year, the company strengthened its community with the launch of Roundtable Discussions for the Personalysis Practitioner Community. Embracing transformation, 2022 saw a brand refresh with a new logo and tagline: "Work Better, Together," along with an updated website relaunch, reinforcing the company’s modern identity.
2020s
  • 2020: Free public programs offered for the first time. "Stress Less in the Mess" targeted frontline health professionals during COVID-19.
  • 2020: Kerry Farrell named Chairman of the Board; Adrienne McDunn named CEO.
  • 2020: Roundtable Discussions launched for the Personalysis Practitioner Community.
  • 2021: Office Hours for Practitioner Community introduced.
  • 2021: Mary Noland passes away.
  • 2022: Brand refresh – New logo and tagline: "Work Better, Together".
  • 2022: Website relaunched with updated branding.
  • 2023: John Tingey named CEO.
  • 2025: Master Certification offered.
  • 2025: CELEBRATING 50 YEARS!!!
2020s

50 years of shaping the future of business— and we’re far from done!

  • Personalysis is an innovative blend of behavioral science and business applications
  • Customer referrals are the foundation of our growth, built on outstanding service and amazingly accurate results.
  • Educating business leaders to solve for today and the future
  • Motivating millions to find the right job, right company and right career
  • Five decades of transforming relationships with proven, science-backed approaches in both business and personal lives

Drive more awareness, respect, and productivity – just like these clients

A little understanding goes a long way. See what these teams have been able to achieve.

My team was speechless that a simple tool could reveal so accurately the different sides of our personalities, how we respond to one another as people, and provide a clear understanding of our individual most basic needs. I can truly say that no other information has been as practically helpful to me as that which I received through the Personalysis assessment and the interpretation of its findings.
- Robert W.President, Retail
The Personalysis methodology has proved an objective standard, guiding me to greater and greater levels of self-awareness. It is a strong testament to the technology that, after seven years, it still has something to reveal.
- A.M.Partner, Business Consulting
The Personalysis tool and coaching have had a profound and most positive impact on my life. They made me a better manager, saved my corporation millions of dollars and gave me personal insights that allowed me to be a better father, listener and communicator to others.
- Don M.President, Manufacturing
Personalysis has helped us to build more productive teams by creating greater self-awareness and encouraging the understanding of others. The insight gained by using Personalysis helps to establish an environment of greater respect, value and appreciation of individual differences.
- Larry P.V.P. Human Resources, Publishing
My team was speechless that a simple tool could reveal so accurately the different sides of our personalities, how we respond to one another as people, and provide a clear understanding of our individual most basic needs. I can truly say that no other information has been as practically helpful to me as that which I received through the Personalysis assessment and the interpretation of its findings.
- Robert W.President, Retail
The Personalysis methodology has proved an objective standard, guiding me to greater and greater levels of self-awareness. It is a strong testament to the technology that, after seven years, it still has something to reveal.
- A.M.Partner, Business Consulting
The Personalysis tool and coaching have had a profound and most positive impact on my life. They made me a better manager, saved my corporation millions of dollars and gave me personal insights that allowed me to be a better father, listener and communicator to others.
- Don M.President, Manufacturing
Personalysis has helped us to build more productive teams by creating greater self-awareness and encouraging the understanding of others. The insight gained by using Personalysis helps to establish an environment of greater respect, value and appreciation of individual differences.
- Larry P.V.P. Human Resources, Publishing
My team was speechless that a simple tool could reveal so accurately the different sides of our personalities, how we respond to one another as people, and provide a clear understanding of our individual most basic needs. I can truly say that no other information has been as practically helpful to me as that which I received through the Personalysis assessment and the interpretation of its findings.
- Robert W.President, Retail
The Personalysis methodology has proved an objective standard, guiding me to greater and greater levels of self-awareness. It is a strong testament to the technology that, after seven years, it still has something to reveal.
- A.M.Partner, Business Consulting
The Personalysis tool and coaching have had a profound and most positive impact on my life. They made me a better manager, saved my corporation millions of dollars and gave me personal insights that allowed me to be a better father, listener and communicator to others.
- Don M.President, Manufacturing
Personalysis has helped us to build more productive teams by creating greater self-awareness and encouraging the understanding of others. The insight gained by using Personalysis helps to establish an environment of greater respect, value and appreciation of individual differences.
- Larry P.V.P. Human Resources, Publishing

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