Graphite
On-demand independent talent marketplace of vetted experts, consultants and executives (finance, strategy, marketing); acquired by Toptal.
About
Graphite (formerly SpareHire) is a high-end freelance/independent talent marketplace connecting enterprises with 12,000+ rigorously vetted independent experts, consultants and executives across finance, strategy and marketing, combining talent matching with worker classification and collaboration tooling. Founded as SpareHire in 2014 and rebranded Graphite in 2019, it was acquired by Toptal in January 2026 to expand Toptal's global consulting and independent-talent capabilities.
Recent moves
funding · M&A · launches- Jan 7, 2026
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