Maki
Category: AI Agents
Maki is a conversational AI agent company focused on transforming HR and talent acquisition processes. Maki was founded in 2021. The company is led by Maxime Legardez Coquin. Based in New York City, New York, United States. Team size: 101-500. Total funding raised: $28.6M. Latest round: Series A. Key investors include Blossom Capital, DST Global, Frst, GFC, Picus Capital.
- Founded
- 2021
- Headquarters
- New York City, New York, United States
- Team size
- 101-500
- Total funding
- $28.6M
Value proposition
Maki offers AI-driven tools that automate and enhance HR processes, making them more efficient and bias-free.
Products and solutions
Conversational AI agents for HR, AI-driven talent acquisition tools
Unique value
Maki's AI-native architecture allows for dynamic data retrieval and decision-making, transforming HR into a proactive strategic force.
Target customer
Large enterprises and HR departments looking to streamline and enhance their talent acquisition processes.
Industries served
Human Resources, Enterprise Solutions
Technology advantage
The ability to automate 80% of hiring processes and significantly reduce time-to-hire and turnover rates.
How they differentiate
Maki differentiates itself through its comprehensive AI-driven HR solutions that focus on reducing bias and improving efficiency.
Main competitors
Ultimate.ai, HireVue, Pymetrics
Key partnerships
H&M, BNP Paribas, PwC, Deloitte, FIFA, Recruitics, Hudson Talent Solutions, Amazon, Nestlé, Sephora, Capgemini
Notable customers
H&M, BNP Paribas, PwC, Deloitte, FIFA, Amazon, Nestlé, Sephora, Capgemini
Major milestones
Raised $28.6M to enhance HR tech solutions Expanded operations to over 50 markets globally
Growth metrics
Over 300% growth in 2024, driven by large-scale contracts with Fortune 500 companies.
Market positioning
Maki is positioned as a leading innovator in the HR tech space, particularly in conversational AI.
Geographic focus
Global, with a strong focus on expanding in the U.S. market.
Patents and IP
No specific patents mentioned.
About Maxime Legardez Coquin
Maxime Legardez is a seasoned entrepreneur with extensive experience in building and scaling companies. He is the Co-founder and CEO of Maki, a role he has held since October 2021. Before Maki, he was the Managing Director for France at sennder, a leading digital road freight forwarder, from June 2020 to September 2021. He was also the Founder and CEO of Everoad, which was acquired by sennder, from April 2016 to June 2020. His earlier career includes roles at Nova Founders Capital, Lazada Group, and Jumia Nigeria, where he held various leadership positions.
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Official website: https://www.makipeople.com/