# Q

Startup profile on Capital Atlas: https://capitalatlas.ai/startups/q

- Industry: Software
- Headquarters: San Francisco, US
- Website: www.q-hq.com
- Total disclosed funding: $1.5M
- Latest round: Series A (Sep 1, 2005)
- Investors on record: 1

## About

Q Inc. is a recruitment firm specializing in sourcing and placing talent in the Fashion, Home, and Fast-Moving Consumer Goods (FMCG) sectors, providing tailored staffing solutions to meet specific client needs.Founded in 1999, Q Inc. operates from its headquarters in San Francisco, US, providing recruitment services across various industries. The firm has undergone a strategic focus shift towards specific market sectors. Q Inc. was acquired by Fine Point Technologies, Inc. in January 2007 for an undisclosed amount. The company was founded by Troy Murray, with Kiyo Takahashi currently serving as CEO. The company has raised a total of USD 1.50 mn through its SERIES A funding round, led by Target Partners.Q Inc. specializes in end-to-end recruitment services tailored specifically for the Fashion, Home, and FMCG industries. Its core offerings include temporary and permanent staffing solutions spanning Marketing, Public Relations, Customer Relationship Management, and various technical roles, serving a diverse clientele such as retailers and suppliers in the textile and fashion industry. The company leverages its experienced consultants and European satellite office to effectively meet clients' specialized staffing needs.Q Inc. generates revenue primarily through its recruitment services for businesses in the Fashion, Home, and FMCG sectors. It operates on a B2B basis, engaging clients to source candidates for positions ranging from entry-level to executive roles. The firm typically uses a fee structure based on the successful placement of candidates, which may include a percentage of the hired individual's first-year salary, aligning its success with that of its clients. Additionally, consultancy services enhance its revenue streams by catering to clients' specific staffing and operational needs.With the funding raised from its SERIES A round in January 2007, Q Inc. plans to enhance its recruitment services and expand into new markets, particularly targeting the European regions. The firm aims to develop new product offerings that cater specifically to emerging trends in the Fashion and FMCG sectors, although specific release dates for these products have not yet been announced. The recent funding will support these initiatives, reinforcing the company's strategy to grow and adapt in a competitive market.

## Funding rounds

- Series A, Sep 1, 2005, $1.5M — Target Partners

## Investors

- Target Partners (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/target-partners) — Series A