# Included (Included)

> AI-native DEI people-analytics platform connecting HR data sources to measure diversity, equity and inclusion and drive action; acquired by Phenom.

## Facts
- **Website:** https://www.phenom.com/blog/phenom-acquires-included
- **Headquarters:** Kirkland, Washington, USA
- **Country:** United States
- **Founded:** 2021
- **Founder:** Raghu Gollamudi, Chandan Golla, Laura Close
- **Total funding:** ~$7.3M
- **Categories:** D.E.I(Diversity, Equity and Inclusion), People Analytics

## Overview
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
- Raghu Gollamudi — co-founder ([profile](https://www.dhrmap.com/people/raghu-gollamudi))
- Chandan Golla — co-founder ([profile](https://www.dhrmap.com/people/chandan-golla))
- Laura Close — co-founder ([profile](https://www.dhrmap.com/people/laura-close))

## Sources
- [Acquirer page (Phenom)](https://www.phenom.com/blog/phenom-acquires-included) — verification

## FAQ
**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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