Graphite
On-demand independent talent marketplace of vetted experts, consultants and executives (finance, strategy, marketing); acquired by Toptal.
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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.
Leadership
founders · executives- Ashwin KrishnanFounder
- Jason GordonFounder
- Vikram AshokFounder
Recent moves
funding · M&A · launches- Jan 7, 2026
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What does Graphite do?
On-demand independent talent marketplace of vetted experts, consultants and executives (finance, strategy, marketing); acquired by Toptal.
Where is Graphite headquartered?
Graphite is headquartered in New York, New York, USA, United States.
When was Graphite founded?
Graphite was founded in 2014.
Who founded Graphite?
Graphite was founded by Vikram Ashok, Jason Gordon, Ashwin Krishnan.
What kind of HR technology is Graphite?
Graphite is categorized under Freelance Marketplace, Talent Marketplace on DHRMap.
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