Maki Raises $28.6M in Series A Funding to Advance Conversational AI for Talent Acquisition
Maki helps HR teams to scale their recruitment processes while enhancing candidate experiences.
Company Name: Maki
Location: New York City, NY
Industry: Conversational AI for Talent Acquisition
Funding Details:
Amount: $28.6M (Series A)
Investors: Blossom Capital (Lead), DST Global, Frst, GFC, Picus Capital
Purpose of Investment:
The funds will be used to:
- Accelerate the product roadmap with innovations in screening, interviewing, scheduling, and sourcing.
- Fuel commercial expansion in the U.S. market.
- Hire 50-60 new employees across engineering, product, commercial, success, and onboarding teams in 2025 to support global growth.
Leadership:
Founders: Maxime Legardez, Paul-Louis Caylar, Benjamin Chino
Product:
Maki’s conversational AI agents revolutionize talent acquisition by autonomously managing the entire hiring journey at scale. Key features include:
- Immersive AI-Led Interactions: Engaging candidates via voice, video, or text, tailored to their unique profiles.
- Customizable Workflows: Enabling organizations to align hiring processes with their specific goals.
- Bias-Free Hiring: Ensuring consistent and compliant recruitment across industries and geographies.
About the Company:
Maki helps HR teams to scale their recruitment processes while enhancing candidate experiences. By leveraging conversational AI, the platform advances organizations and expands human potential, delivering efficiency and inclusivity in hiring.
With its Series A funding and ambitious growth plans, Maki is set to redefine the talent acquisition landscape, driving innovation and equity across global recruitment.
