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HigherMe
AddedFeb 16, 2024
UpdatedJul 3, 2026
HigherMe

HigherMe

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HigherMe: Streamlined hiring for retail & restaurants, using mobile tech & video for quick, quality hires.

HQ
Boston, MA, US
Founded
2014
Accelerator
Y Combinator logoY CombinatorW15
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HigherMe, founded by a former multi-unit franchisee, is dedicated to revolutionizing the hiring process for restaurant and retail businesses. The company's core mission is to streamline recruitment, screening, interviewing, and onboarding through innovative technology. HigherMe offers a mobile-first applicant tracking system, Text-To-Apply technology, one-click interview scheduling, and video cover letters, making it easier for employers to find and hire quality employees quickly. Their market focus is primarily on the franchise and quick-service restaurant (QSR) industry.

Notable affiliated individuals include the founder, who brings firsthand experience from the franchise sector. HigherMe has attracted investors interested in HR tech innovations. Key achievements include reducing the time and cost of hiring for numerous businesses, enhancing the efficiency of hiring processes, and improving the overall quality of hires. The impact of HigherMe is evident in its widespread adoption by busy managers seeking effective hiring solutions in a competitive market.

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HigherMe - Quick Facts

Who are HigherMe's competitors?

Companies similar to HigherMe include Workstream, Fountain, Hirebolt and HeyHire.

When was HigherMe founded?

HigherMe was founded in 2014.

Where is HigherMe's headquarters located?

HigherMe's headquarters is located in Boston, MA, US.

How much has HigherMe raised to-date?

As of Jan 1, 2021, HigherMe has raised a total of $2.1M (USD).

HigherMe - Classification

Ownership
  • Venture Capital
Technology
  • AI
  • Automation
Geographic Exposure
  • Americas
Model
  • Platform
Revenue
  • Recurring
  • Software
  • Transactional
Customer
  • Enterprise
  • Small Business
Main Product
  • Hiring Software
Tags
  • HR Tech
  • SaaS
NAICS
  • 513200Software Publishers
  • 510000Information
  • 513000Publishing Industries
  • 513210Software Publishers
SIC
  • 7300Business Services
  • 7370Computer Programming, Data Processing, And Other Computer Related
  • 7372Prepackaged Software