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UKG, a leading global AI platform for HR, pay, and workforce management, has launched UKG Ventures , a strategic investment fund focused on the next generation of worktech innovators. The fund targets early to growth-stage startups that ali
Venture CapitalADP Acquires Pequity
ADP has acquired Pequity, a 2019-founded compensation management platform, in a move to enhance its global HR and payroll capabilities. Pequity’s AI-powered tools combine spreadsheet familiarity with enterprise-grade automation, offering bu
Company NewsDonna Morris, Executive Vice President and Chief People Officer at Walmart Inc., Appointed to UKG Board of Directors
UKG has appointed Donna Morris, Executive Vice President and Chief People Officer at Walmart, to its Board of Directors. With her extensive experience leading global HR operations for Walmart’s 2 million associates and her history of drivin
Company NewsUKG Appoints Jim Joudrey as Chief Technology Officer
UKG , a global leader in AI-first HR, payroll, and workforce management solutions, has appointed Jim Joudrey as Chief Technology Officer. With over two decades of experience at Amazon, Salesforce, and AWS, Joudrey will lead UKG’s 4,000+ eng
Company NewsIndeed CEO Chris Hyams Steps Down After 15-Year Tenure; Deko Returns to Lead
Chris Hyams has officially stepped down as CEO of Indeed after nearly 15 years of leading the world’s largest job platform. In a heartfelt letter to the team, Hyams reflects on his journey from VP of Product to CEO, overseeing Indeed’s expo
Company NewsQuantum Workplace Names Joe Holland as Chief Executive Officer to Lead Next Phase of Growth and Innovation
Quantum Workplace, a leading provider of employee engagement and performance management solutions, has appointed Joe Holland as its new CEO, marking a significant leadership transition as Co-Founder Greg Harris steps into a board role after
Venture CapitalCheckr Expands into Employment Verification with Acquisition of Truework
Checkr has announced its acquisition of Truework , a major player in income and employment verification. This strategic move allows Checkr to expand beyond background checks into the multi-billion dollar employment verification industry. Tr
Venture CapitalHuman Cloud Acquires PeopleGPT: Pioneering the Future of AI-Driven HR Leadership
Human Cloud , a global workforce advisory firm, has acquired PeopleGPT, a prominent AI-focused HR community. The acquisition aims to bridge the gap between technological advancements and HR leadership by fostering collaboration between tale
Venture CapitalCoAdvantage & PrimePay Merge to Elevate HR Tech for SMBs
Aquiline Capital Partners has announced the merger of its portfolio companies, CoAdvantage and PrimePay , to enhance human capital management (HCM) services for small- and mid-sized businesses. This strategic combination aims to offer a mor
Company NewsWorkday to Roll Out TechWolf's AI-Powered Skills Intelligence Across its Workforce, Making it Easier for Employees to Drive their Career Growth
Workday has announced the integration of TechWolf ’s AI-powered skills intelligence into its global workforce, benefiting over 20,400 employees. This partnership aims to enhance Workday’s existing skills framework by automating skills ident
Venture CapitalWorkera Announces Strategic Investment from Accenture
Workera has announced a strategic investment and collaboration with Accenture, integrating Workera's AI-powered skills intelligence platform into Accenture's LearnVantage. This partnership aims to advance the adoption of skills-first strate
Venture CapitalBelfry Raises $12 Million Series A to Accelerate Innovation and Growth
Belfry Software , a platform designed for physical security providers, announced it has raised $12 million in Series A funding, led by Base10 Partners, with contributions from Bienville Capital and Aglaé Ventures. The funding increases Belf
Company Newsbeqom Appoints Lars Pedersen as CEO
beqom, a global leader in compensation management, embarks on an exciting new chapter as Lars Pedersen assumes the role of CEO, succeeding co-founder Fabio Ronga. With a strong foundation established under Ronga's leadership, including sign
Venture CapitalEmployment Hero acquires Canadian employment platform Humi in $100M+ global expansion move
Employment Hero, a global leader in employment solutions, has announced the acquisition of Humi, a Canadian employment platform, in a deal worth over CAD $100 million. This strategic move strengthens Employment Hero’s global expansion while
Venture CapitalAya Healthcare to Acquire Cross Country Healthcare for Approximately $615 Million in Cash
Aya Healthcare is set to acquire Cross Country Healthcare in a $615 million all-cash transaction, offering a 67% premium per share. This strategic move will integrate Cross Country’s 40-year expertise with Aya’s market-leading technology an
Venture CapitalHR Path Expands Global Reach with the Acquisition of Pay Human Group, Enhancing Its Market Presence in LATAM
HR Path , a global leader in HR consulting and HRIS solutions, has acquired Pay Human Group, a prominent Mexican company specializing in payroll management and HR consulting. This strategic move strengthens HR Path's market presence in Lati
Company NewsWorkday Appoints Liz Centoni to its Board of Directors
Workday, a leader in enterprise solutions for people and financial management, announced the addition of Liz Centoni, EVP and Chief Customer Experience Officer at Cisco, to its Board of Directors. With over two decades of expertise in drivi
Company NewsWorkday Names Rob Enslin President, Chief Commercial Officer
Workday has appointed Rob Enslin as President and Chief Commercial Officer (CCO) to lead its global commercial strategy, marking a significant step in its growth journey. Enslin, with over 30 years of experience in leading technology organi
Company NewsRandstad Digital launches Salesforce Novelty Hub
Randstad Digital , in collaboration with Salesforce, has launched the Salesforce Novelty Hub, an innovative solution designed to address the challenges faced by Global Capability Centers (GCCs). This initiative provides a roadmap for establ
Company NewsPeople Analytics Teams Still Struggle to Deliver Business Impact, Warns The Josh Bersin Company
A new study by The Josh Bersin Company highlights the challenges facing People Analytics teams worldwide. Despite increasing investments, only 10% of teams deliver high-level business impact. To avoid marginalization, experts urge a shift t
Venture CapitalToothio Raises Additional $5M to Address Dental Staffing Shortage
Toothio , a leading digital marketplace for dental staffing, has announced an additional $5 million in financing led by nvp capital and Craft Ventures, with several other investors participating. This funding supports Toothio's expansion in
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
Company NewsWorkday Named a Leader in 2024 Gartner® Magic Quadrant™ for Cloud HCM Suites for 1,000+ Employee Enterprises for Ninth Consecutive Year
Workday has been recognized as a Leader in the Gartner Magic Quadrant for Cloud HCM Suites for the ninth consecutive year, noted for its ability to execute and innovate. Workday’s AI-powered Illuminate platform enhances workforce management
EarningsRobert Half Surpasses Expectations with Protiviti's Strong Q3 Performance
Robert Half Inc. reported its third-quarter 2024 financial results, showing revenues of $1.465 billion and net income of $65 million, with earnings per share at $0.64. This reflects a decline compared to Q3 2023, where revenues reached $1.5
EarningsManpowerGroup Reports $4.5B Revenue Amid Global Market Shifts in Q3 2024
ManpowerGroup reported Q3 2024 revenues of $4.5 billion, down 3% year-over-year (-2% in constant currency), reflecting challenges in North America and Europe but strong demand in Latin America and Asia-Pacific. Net earnings per diluted shar
Venture CapitalADP Acquires WorkForce Software
ADP , a leader in human capital management solutions, has announced its acquisition of WorkForce Software, a company specializing in workforce management for large global enterprises. This strategic move enhances ADP's global workforce mana
Venture CapitalSHRM has acquired CEO Action for Diversity & Inclusion from PwC, transforming it into CEO Action for Inclusion & Diversity
This acquisition signifies a shift in how CEOs and executives prioritize inclusion and diversity in the workplace. SHRM’s leadership of this initiative empowers CEOs with the tools to make inclusivity a key component of their leadership str
Venture CapitalTeamBridge Secures $28 Million in Series B Funding to Revolutionize HR Software for Hourly Workers
TeamBridge , an HR tech startup founded by former Uber executives, has secured $28 million in Series B funding, led by Mayfield with participation from General Catalyst and Abstract Ventures, raising its total funding to $41.5 million. This
Company NewsUKG Launches Global Operations Hub in Ireland
UKG , a leader in HR, payroll, and workforce management solutions, is set to more than double its workforce in Ireland by establishing a new Global Operations Hub in Kilkenny. Partnering with the Irish government through IDA Ireland, UKG pl
Product NewsOracle Unveils 50+ AI Agents to Transform Work Across Finance, HR, and More
Oracle has announced the launch of over 50 specialized AI agents embedded within Oracle Fusion Cloud Applications, aimed at redefining business operations across various functions such as finance, HR, supply chain, sales, marketing, and cus
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