Lateral Labs
Specialized recruiting firm providing embedded hiring for AI/ML startups.
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Lateral Labs is a talent-search and recruiting firm focused on AI and machine-learning startups, operating via embedded, retained and contingent search as an extension of client teams (clients include Cursor, ElevenLabs, Runway and Scale AI). Founded in 2024 by ex-AI-lab recruiter Rob Infantino. Acquired by Riviera Partners in 2026 to expand its AI/ML talent placement.
Leadership
founders · executives- Rob InfantinoFounder
Recent moves
funding · M&A · launches- Jun 25, 2026
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What does Lateral Labs do?
Specialized recruiting firm providing embedded hiring for AI/ML startups.
Where is Lateral Labs headquartered?
Lateral Labs is headquartered in San Francisco, United States.
When was Lateral Labs founded?
Lateral Labs was founded in 2024.
Who founded Lateral Labs?
Lateral Labs was founded by Rob Infantino.
What kind of HR technology is Lateral Labs?
Lateral Labs is categorized under Recruiting, Executive Search on DHRMap.
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