Wedge

Wedge operates in the HR Technology market, providing a one-way video interviewing platform designed to streamline the early stages of the recruitment process. The company was founded in 2015 by Matt Baxter, a serial entrepreneur, along with Rob Kish and Patrick McCarren. Baxter's idea for the company originated during his college years when he observed the inefficiencies of traditional phone screening and in-person interviews, recognizing a need for a more productive method for companies to filter job applicants.

The company's primary offering is an asynchronous video screening tool that allows recruiters to create customized interviews with pre-recorded questions. Candidates receive a link and can record their responses on their own time, using any device, without needing to download an application. This process eliminates scheduling conflicts and aims to reduce candidate ghosting. Recruiters and hiring teams can then review these video submissions at their convenience, share them internally for collaborative feedback, and prioritize candidates more efficiently. The platform is designed to identify top talent up to 75% faster than traditional methods and integrates with many Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) such as Greenhouse, Lever, and Rippling.

Wedge's business model targets a range of clients, including franchise groups, high-volume employers, and growing businesses, primarily in North America. The platform offers features like custom branding, a library of over 150 pre-built questions, and AI-powered summaries of candidate responses. The service is offered with an unlimited use model, which includes unlimited accounts, job postings, and interviews, aiming to provide a stress-free experience for hiring teams. Since its inception, the company has secured significant funding, including a $1 million seed round and a subsequent $2 million addition in March 2022, bringing its total funding to $5 million at that time. A further strategic investment round was announced in June 2025, intended to fuel product-led growth and deepen integrations.

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