Included
AI-native DEI people-analytics platform connecting HR data sources to measure diversity, equity and inclusion and drive action; acquired by Phenom.
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Included (Included.AI) is an AI-native people-analytics platform that unifies HR data sources to make workforce data and DEI decision-making intuitive, with diversity, equity and inclusion metrics embedded across views. It uses AI to deliver practical insights and 'DEI ops' for data-driven hiring, promotion and retention. Founded in 2021 in Kirkland, Washington, it was acquired by Phenom in January 2026.
Leadership
founders · executives- Chandan GollaFounder
- Laura CloseFounder
- Raghu GollamudiFounder
Recent moves
funding · M&A · launches- Jan 14, 2026
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What does Included do?
AI-native DEI people-analytics platform connecting HR data sources to measure diversity, equity and inclusion and drive action; acquired by Phenom.
Where is Included headquartered?
Included is headquartered in Kirkland, Washington, USA, United States.
When was Included founded?
Included was founded in 2021.
Who founded Included?
Included was founded by Raghu Gollamudi, Chandan Golla, Laura Close.
How much funding has Included raised?
Included has raised ~$7.3M to date, per DHRMap records.
What kind of HR technology is Included?
Included is categorized under D.E.I(Diversity, Equity and Inclusion), People Analytics on DHRMap.
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