FOUND

FOUND is a technology startup that aims to reshape the recruitment industry by flipping the traditional hiring model. Instead of candidates applying for roles, employers pitch their open positions to a community of pre-vetted sales professionals. The company was founded in October 2022 by Ranjit de Sousa and Georg Hirschi. De Sousa has a background as a leader in global talent businesses.

The platform utilizes AI-matching technology and data-driven insights to connect companies with suitable candidates. Talent on the platform undergo an assessment process that includes a LinkedIn profile review, an interview to understand their skills and career goals, and neuroscience-based gamified assessments. This process is designed to be faster and more efficient for employers looking for quality talent. The platform primarily serves fast-growing startups and scale-ups.

FOUND's business model is centered on charging companies for access to its talent community. They offer different pricing plans, including a "Pay per Hire" option with a one-time placement fee and an annual subscription model that includes placement fees. For talent, joining the platform is currently free. In its first funding round, the company raised 2.2 million CHF with support from arc investors and other strategic partners to scale its operations in Switzerland and expand into other markets.

Keywords: sales recruitment, talent acquisition, AI matching, hiring platform, recruitment technology, pre-vetted talent, data-driven hiring, employer pitch, sales professionals, talent community, skills-based hiring, recruitment automation, HR tech, workforce solutions, career development, job matching, talent sourcing