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Workday has a new CMO
Workday has named Sarah Kennedy Ellis as Chief Marketing Officer, effective October 5, 2026. She will report directly to co-founder and CEO Aneel Bhusri and take ownership of global marketing, communications, and brand strategy, with a stated mandate to advance Workday's AI-era growth story.
Venture CapitalLattice Acquires Pando to Accelerate the Shift from Periodic Reviews to AI-Native Continuous Performance
Lattice has acquired Pando , the just-in-time performance platform. Pando founder and CEO Barbra Gago will join Lattice as Chief Marketing and Strategy Officer. The deal adds progression, evidence-based calibration and real-time performance
Lattice Promotes Sophie Hurcombe to Chief People and Operations Officer to Lead People + AI Transformation
Lattice has promoted Sophie Hurcombe from SVP, People to Chief People and Operations Officer. In the expanded role, she will lead AI transformation and company operations across People, Business Systems, and IT, as Lattice advances its Peop
Venture CapitalLattice Acquires Mandala to Build AI-Native People Intelligence Platform
Lattice announced the acquisition of Mandala ’s AI-native coaching technology, marking a significant step in advancing its People + AI strategy. The deal brings Mandala founder Tarun Galagali into Lattice to lead the development of AI-nativ
Venture CapitalAI Recruiting Platform Juicebox Raises $80M Series B at $850M Valuation
Juicebox raises $80M Series B at an $850M valuation led by DST Global, with Sequoia, Coatue, Y Combinator and others participating. The AI recruiting platform has tripled ARR since July 2025 and now serves 5,000+ companies, using AI agents
Company NewsWorkhuman Reaches 8 Million Users Worldwide
Workhuman ’s employee recognition platform now supports 8M users across 180+ countries and has facilitated 100M+ recognition moments . With a “thank you” sent every 2 seconds , the platform powers a $1B global rewards marketplace and shows
Company NewsUKG, the Workforce Operating Platform, Launches Global Rebrand and Campaign, “When Work Works, Everything Works”
UKG has unveiled its global rebrand and new campaign, “When Work Works, Everything Works,” positioning itself as the world’s Workforce Operating Platform. The refreshed brand identity highlights UKG’s AI-powered HR, payroll, and workforce m
Venture CapitalCopenhagen-Based Kiku Raises €4M Seed to Build AI Infrastructure for Frontline Hiring
Kiku, a Copenhagen-based startup, has secured €4 million in seed funding to accelerate the expansion of its AI agent for frontline hiring across Europe. The company’s virtual agent, Sara, automates candidate screening, note-taking during in
Venture CapitalUK’s Cronofy Raises £15M from BGF to Expand Scheduling Infrastructure
Cronofy , a UK-based embedded scheduling platform, has secured a £15 million investment from BGF to fuel its international expansion and product innovation. Trusted by over 180,000 organizations worldwide—including brands like Wise, Indeed,
Venture CapitalDeel Secures New Investors in $300M Secondary Share Sale, Achieves $800M Run-Rate
Deel , a global leader in payroll and HR technology, announced that new anchor investors, including General Catalyst and a sovereign fund, have acquired $300 million in secondary shares from early investors. This is not new funding but a se
Company NewsTennis Star Frances Tiafoe Signs as UKG Brand Ambassador
UKG , a global leader in HR, payroll, and workforce management solutions, has announced tennis star Frances Tiafoe as its latest brand ambassador. Known for his achievements on the ATP Tour and his dedication to diversity and philanthropy,
Company NewsUKG Hires Sarah Hodges as Chief Marketing Officer
UKG , a leader in HR, payroll, and workforce management solutions, has appointed Sarah Hodges as Chief Marketing Officer (CMO), effective January 6, 2025. With over 20 years of marketing expertise from Autodesk and Procore Technologies, Hod
Company NewsLattice's 2025 State of People Strategy Report: HR at a Crossroads with AI, DEIB, and Manager Engagement
Lattice 's 2025 State of People Strategy Report reveals that HR is at a critical juncture, facing challenges like declining employee engagement, reduced DEIB prioritization, and the slow adoption of AI. The report emphasizes the importance
Venture Capital11xAI Raises $24 Million Series A Led by Benchmark to Revolutionize Digital Workforce with AI Agents
11xAI has raised $24 million in Series A funding led by Benchmark to accelerate the development of AI-powered digital workers and expand globally. Addressing the fragmented Go-to-Market (GTM) tools landscape, 11xAI offers AI agents like Ali
Product NewsLattice Unveils Game-Changing HRIS at Lattiverse: A New Era in People Management
Lattice announced the official launch of its highly anticipated Human Resources Information System (HRIS) on October 8th. The full functionality of Lattice HRIS will be showcased at the annual Lattiverse conference. After a successful earl
Company NewsWorkday Announces Fiscal 2025 Second Quarter Financial Results
Workday, Inc. reported strong fiscal 2025 second quarter results, with total revenues reaching $2.085 billion, up 16.7% year-over-year, and subscription revenues at $1.903 billion, up 17.2%. The company’s non-GAAP operating income increased
Product NewsLattice to Become the First Company to Introduce Digital Worker Employee Records
Lattice has made a groundbreaking announcement as the first company to introduce official employee records for digital workers. Recognizing the profound impact of AI on the global workforce, Lattice aims to ensure transparent and accountabl
Product NewsLattice Adds Payroll, Powering Strategic Pay Cycles for High-Growth Companies
Lattice, a leading people platform, has announced the launch of Lattice Payroll, an end-to-end payroll solution integrated into its HRIS and Talent Suite. This solution aims to help mid-sized and growing companies streamline payroll process
Company NewsLattice Welcomes Cheryl Sanclemente as Chief Communications Officer to take the Lattice Story to New Heights
Lattice is pleased to announce the expansion of its executive leadership team with the appointment of Cheryl Sanclemente as the company’s first Chief Communications Officer. Cheryl brings nearly two decades of experience in global corporate
Product NewsPerceptyx Launches Activate, HR’s Missing Link Between Employee Insight and Impact
Perceptyx 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 Perceptyx's offering
Company NewsAlight Announces Agreement to Sell Payroll and Professional Services Business for up to $1.2 Billion
Alight , Inc. announced the sale of its Payroll & Professional Services business to an affiliate of H.I.G. Capital for up to $1.2 billion, aiming to transform into a more focused employee wellbeing and benefits platform. This strategic move
Company NewsUNLEASH America 2024: America’s premier HR conference and expo
UNLEASH America to feature more than 200 speakers, including Earvin “Magic” Johnson, across 14 stages and summits, where HR, learning, AI, innovation and inspiration intersect LONDON & LAS VEGAS-- UNLEASH , a global digital media and events
Product NewsLattice Unveils a Bold Evolution for its People Platform Powered by Artificial Intelligence, Announces AI Engagement Insights Built on OpenAI
Lattice has launched a new initiative, Lattice AI, to enhance its HR software by incorporating artificial intelligence aimed at humanizing the employee experience. This move aims to support employees, managers, and HR teams by providing A
Venture CapitalTech Is Human Announces $2.5 Million in New Funding to Tackle Thorny Tech & Society Issues and Expand the Responsible Tech Ecosystem
All Tech Is Human (ATIH) has successfully secured $2.5 million in funding from multiple prominent foundations, including Oak Foundation and Mozilla Foundation, to address complex technology and society issues and foster a comprehensive Resp
Company NewsBambooHR® Expands All-In-One HRIS With New Employee Community and Total Rewards
BambooHR®, a leader in cloud-based human resource solutions, has unveiled two innovative tools: Employee Community and Total Rewards. These offerings aim to revolutionize internal communication and compensation understanding within organiza
Company NewsFlexJobs Announces Top 100 Companies to Watch for Remote Jobs in 2024
The FlexJobs 2024 report highlights the top 100 companies leading in remote job opportunities. Emphasizing the continued growth and appeal of telecommuting, this comprehensive list showcases companies across diverse industries. It reflects
Company NewsLattice Announces Sarah Franklin as New CEO: A Step Towards Enhanced Employee Engagement
Lattice , a prominent company in performance management and employee engagement, announces a significant leadership transition. Effective January 2, 2024, Sarah Franklin will take the helm as CEO, bringing her vast experience from Salesforc
Product NewsLattice's New HRIS: A One-Stop Solution for Modern HR Teams
Founded in 2015, Lattice has been a trailblazer in the realm of people management software. Initially focusing on continuous performance management solutions, the San Francisco-based company has since broadened its offerings to include empl
Venture CapitalLumber Launches Platform for Transforming Construction Workforce Management With $5.5M Seed Round
SARATOGA, Calif. -- Lumber , creator of the comprehensive workforce management platform for construction, today announced the launch of its SaaS product and the completion of a $5.5M seed round of funding. With its fully integrated, purpo
Company NewsWorkhuman Adds Hundreds of Thousands of Activities, Travel, and Accommodation Options to World Class Store with In-Store Booking Functionality
Framingham, MA and Dublin – August 29, 2023 – Workhuman , the company revolutionizing how employees celebrate, connect with, and appreciate each other in the workplace, has added In-Store Booking functionality to its world class Store. Empl
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