# Built In

Startup profile on Capital Atlas: https://capitalatlas.ai/startups/built-in

- Industry: Internet
- Headquarters: Chicago, US
- Website: www.builtin.com
- Total disclosed funding: $30M
- Latest round: Series C (Jul 11, 2019)
- Investors on record: 9

## About

Built In is an online platform designed for startups and technology companies, providing job listings, industry news, and networking opportunities for tech professionals. It serves as a vital resource for both job seekers and employers in the tech landscape.Founded in 2010, Built In, Inc. operates as a tech-focused online hub connecting job seekers with innovative companies. The company is headquartered in Chicago, US. Built In has secured a total of USD 22.00 mn through Series C funding led by Updata Partners on July 11, 2019, which represents the total amount raised since inception. The firm's founder Maria Katris, alongside co-founders Adam C., Adam Calica, Matt Moog, and Pablo Sanchez, has previously been involved in ventures that bolster tech community engagement. Built In's operations pivoted towards a focused approach on specialized job postings and community content.Built In operates as a comprehensive online platform tailored for startups and technology companies, serving as a central hub for job listings, tech news, and industry events. The company's core offerings include a job board that enables users to search and apply for tech positions, alongside resources for employers to recruit talent effectively. Built In also provides content aimed at fostering community engagement among tech professionals, including articles and expert contributions that address current trends and challenges within the industry. The platform primarily serves clients in the United States, with specific outreach in major metropolitan areas such as Austin, Boston, Chicago, Los Angeles, New York City, San Francisco, and Seattle. By connecting job seekers with innovative companies and facilitating knowledge sharing, Built In addresses the pressing need for skilled labor in the ever-evolving tech landscape.Built In's revenue model is primarily structured around employer subscriptions, enabling companies to post job openings and access a range of recruitment tools to attract talent. The transactions typically involve businesses paying a recurring fee to maintain their job listings and benefit from additional promotional services. This B2B approach allows Built In to foster long-term partnerships with its clients, which include startups and established tech firms seeking to fill critical positions. Furthermore, the platform offers tiered subscription plans designed to cater to different recruitment needs and budgets, enhancing its value proposition. The flagship service of job postings is complemented by tailored solutions that assist companies in gaining visibility within the tech community, contributing to the overall revenue generation of the platform.Built In plans to utilize the USD 22.00 mn raised in Series C funding to enhance its platform by launching new product features aimed at improving user experience and expanding employer tools. The company is also targeting geographic expansion into key tech hubs outside of its current metropolitan focus, with plans to establish a presence in regions like Seattle and New York City by 2022. Additionally, Built In aims to facilitate the development of community-driven content that aligns with the needs of the evolving tech workforce, thereby reinforcing its role in the tech recruitment ecosystem.

## Funding rounds

- Series C, Jul 11, 2019, $22M — Updata Partners, Math Venture Partners
- Series B, Jun 1, 2018, $3.6M — Serra Ventures, Math Venture Partners
- Series A, Nov 14, 2016, $2.4M — Pritzker Group Venture Capital, Invenergy Renewables, Dundee Venture Capital, FireStarter Fund, Math Venture Partners, Service Provider Capital
- Seed, Oct 1, 2015, $1.1M — Pritzker Group Venture Capital, Dundee Venture Capital, FireStarter Fund, Math Venture Partners
- Seed, Jun 2, 2014, $0.8M — Pritzker Group Venture Capital, Dundee Venture Capital, Jumpstart Ventures

## Investors

- Pritzker Group Venture Capital (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/pritzker-group-venture-capital) — Seed, Series A
- Dundee Venture Capital (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/dundee-venture-capital) — Seed, Series A
- Jumpstart Ventures (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/jumpstart-ventures) — Seed
- FireStarter Fund (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/firestarter-fund) — Seed, Series A
- Math Venture Partners (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/math-venture-partners) — Seed, Series A, Series B, Series C
- Invenergy Renewables — Series A
- Service Provider Capital (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/service-provider-capital) — Series A
- Serra Ventures (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/serra-ventures) — Series B
- Updata Partners (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/updata-partners) — Series C