Maki

maki

Maki is building a conversational AI agent that liberates HR teams, advances organizations, and expands human potential. From sourcing and screening to interviewing and selection, Maki’s agents handle the entire journey autonomously and at scale.

Maki’s AI enabled companies to solve critical talent acquisition and management challenges, including streamlining workflows, enhancing candidate experience, and accelerating time-to-hire.

Maki was founded by Maxime Legardez who previously founded Everoad (acquired by Sennder), Paul-Louis Caylar, and Benjamin Chino and is based out of Paris.

Enterprise SaaS

2021

Investment Total
Blossom led Maki's $28.6M Series A

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