
Cocoon
Employee leave-of-absence management software automating leave compliance, claims, and payroll.
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Cocoon is a San Francisco-based provider of employee leave-of-absence management software that automates the compliance, claims, and payroll complexities of employee leave. Founded in 2020 by former Stripe and Square leaders Mahima Chawla (CEO), Amber Feng, and Lauren Dai, it was backed by Index Ventures and First Round Capital, and acquired by TriNet in 2026.
Leadership
founders · executives- Amber FengFounder
- Lauren DaiFounder
- Mahima ChawlaFounder
Recent moves
funding · M&A · launches- Apr 9, 2026
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What does Cocoon do?
Employee leave-of-absence management software automating leave compliance, claims, and payroll.
Where is Cocoon headquartered?
Cocoon is headquartered in San Francisco, CA, United States.
When was Cocoon founded?
Cocoon was founded in 2020.
Who founded Cocoon?
Cocoon was founded by Mahima Chawla, Amber Feng, Lauren Dai.
What kind of HR technology is Cocoon?
Cocoon is categorized under Benefits Administration, HR Compliance on DHRMap.
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