# Talently

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

- Industry: Education/Training
- Headquarters: Lima, Peru
- Website: www.talently.tech
- Total disclosed funding: $3.6M
- Latest round: Seed (Feb 9, 2022)
- Investors on record: 10

## About

Based in Peru, Talently Inc. operates a technology recruitment platform that leverages artificial intelligence to match qualified candidates with businesses in need of tech talent, facilitating a streamlined hiring process.Founded in 2019 in Lima, Peru, Talently Inc. specializes in tech talent recruitment. The founders include Aline David, Cristian Vega, Domenica Obando, and Saj Abbas, with Domenica Obando serving as CEO. The company has completed a total of 3 funding deals, with its most recent round occurring on November 22, 2022, raising USD 0.75 mn from IDB Lab. This funding contributed to the total amount raised by Talently of USD 0.75 mn.Talently provides a robust tech talent recruitment platform that utilizes artificial intelligence to connect high-quality, pre-evaluated candidates with businesses seeking to fill roles in the technology sector rapidly. The platform serves both job seekers and companies by facilitating the matchmaking process, thereby streamlining recruitment efforts. Talently's service offerings include tailored recruitment solutions for companies, as well as mentoring and professional development programs for tech professionals. Key geographical markets for Talently’s services include Mexico, Colombia, Peru, Argentina, Guatemala, Chile, and the United States, where they cater to a diverse array of clients, ranging from startups to established global corporations in the tech industry. The platform addresses critical challenges in tech recruitment, such as the scarcity of qualified candidates and the urgency of hiring, thereby enhancing the hiring process for both parties involved.Talently generates revenue through a structured B2B model, primarily focusing on recruitment services for companies seeking tech talent. The transaction structure typically involves companies engaging Talently to access their pool of pre-qualified candidates, facilitating a seamless hiring process that can significantly reduce time-to-fill metrics. While specific pricing plans are not disclosed, the company may implement a fee-for-service model based on successful placements or subscription packages that provide companies with varying levels of access to their talent database. Additionally, Talently’s mentorship and upskilling services for job seekers may also contribute to revenue generation, as they enhance the skill sets of potential candidates, thereby increasing their value to employers. The emphasis on high-quality, efficient recruitment solutions positions Talently as a key player in the tech hiring ecosystem.In November 2022, Talently Inc. raised USD 0.75 mn in venture funding from IDB Lab, which will be utilized to expand its marketplace in Latin America. The company aims to introduce new product offerings that enhance its recruitment platform and plans to enter additional markets within the region, although specific markets and timelines have not been disclosed.

## Funding rounds

- Seed, Feb 9, 2022, $3M — 500 Global, Alaya Capital, Salkantay Ventures, Potencia Ventures, Latin Leap, MrPink VC, Newtype Ventures
- Seed, Feb 26, 2021, $0.7M — 500 Global, Alaya Capital, UTEC Ventures, Winnipeg Capital, PowerVentures, MrPink VC

## Investors

- 500 Global (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/500-global) — Seed
- Alaya Capital (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/alaya-capital) — Seed
- UTEC Ventures (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/utec-ventures) — Seed
- Winnipeg Capital — Seed
- PowerVentures — Seed
- MrPink VC (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/mrpink-vc) — Seed
- Salkantay Ventures (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/salkantay-ventures) — Seed
- Potencia Ventures (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/potencia-ventures) — Seed
- Latin Leap — Seed
- Newtype Ventures (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/newtype-ventures) — Seed