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.
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funding · M&A · launches- Jun 25, 2026
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