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1980

The Learning Company was founded in 1980 by Ann McCormick; Leslie Grimm; Teri Perl; and Warren Robinett, a former Atari employee who had programmed the popular game Adventure.

1983

TLC produced launch titles for the PCjr, announced in late 1983.

1985

In the first half of 1985, the board hired as CEO Bill Dinsmore.

1986

In late 1986, Duca was elected Chairman of the Board.

1992

TLC went public on April 28, 1992 in an IPO led by Morgan Stanley and Robertson, Stephens & Co.

1995

On December 8, 1995, TLC was acquired by SoftKey for $606M in a hostile takeover bid, and a large percentage of the staff were let go.

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1980
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Teri Perl,Ann McCormick,Leslie Grimm,Warren Robinett
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