Humu
HR-tech company using behavioral-science 'nudges' to improve employee engagement and performance; acquired by Perceptyx.
About
Humu was an HR-tech company founded in 2017 by former Google People Operations chief Laszlo Bock (with Wayne Crosby and Jessie Wisdom) in Mountain View, California. Its Nudge Engine applied behavioral science and machine learning to translate employee feedback into short, actionable nudges that drive positive behavior change across engagement, management and performance. It was acquired by employee-experience platform Perceptyx in August 2023.
Recent moves
funding · M&A · launches- Apr 24, 2024
- Aug 2, 2023
Humu in the news
All news →The acquisition of Humu by Perceptyx is a significant milestone in the HR Tech industry. This move combines the strengths of two innovative companies, creating a powerful synergy that promises to revolutionize the way…
Aug 25, 2022Humu Announces Scott Chancellor as its New Chief Executive OfficerLaszlo Bock , co-founder of Humu, steps into a new role as Executive Chairman with Scott Chancellor succeeding him as CEO. MOUNTAIN VIEW, Calif. , Aug. 24, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Humu , an HR technology company that…
Apr 24, 2024Perceptyx Launches Activate, HR’s Missing Link Between Employee Insight and ImpactPerceptyx has unveiled "Activate," a groundbreaking AI-powered platform, merging insights from employee feedback with actionable strategies through behavioral science. This solution integrates the expertise of Humu into…
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