Funding Round attributes
Maki, a Paris-based company specializing in conversational AI agents for talent acquisition, has announced the successful completion of its €26 million Series A funding round. The round was led by Blossom Capital, with participation from DST Global and existing investors Frst, GFC, and Picus Capital. The funds will be used to enhance Maki’s product offerings, fuel its expansion into new markets, and significantly grow its team.
Founded in 2022, Maki aims to modernize the hiring process for recruiters and candidates. The company has developed AI-driven tools that include skills tests, data analysis, and conversational AI agents designed to eliminate bias and assess candidates based on competencies. These tools provide an alternative to traditional CV-based evaluations, helping recruiters focus on relevant skills and accelerating the hiring process.
“Our mission is to give human resources more-than-human powers, as we believe the future lies in a powerful mix of human ingenuity and AI-driven intelligence. Our agents don’t just assist – they do the work, enabling HR teams to focus on strategic priorities, unlocking creativity and driving meaningful organizational impact,” said Maxime Legardez, CEO of Maki.
Maki’s technology has gained significant traction, with over 300% growth reported in 2024. The company has secured large-scale contracts with global enterprises such as H&M, BNP Paribas, PwC, Deloitte, FIFA, Abercrombie, and Capgemini. These organizations have used Maki’s AI agents to address key challenges in talent acquisition and management, including streamlining workflows, improving candidate experiences, reducing employee turnover, and accelerating time-to-hire. The company’s AI agents have been deployed in over 50 markets worldwide, achieving 80% automation in screening and interviewing processes, a threefold reduction in time-to-hire, and a 20% decrease in turnover rates.
The Series A funding will enable Maki to accelerate its product development in areas such as screening, interviewing, scheduling, and sourcing. The company plans to introduce customizable AI agents tailored to the specific workflows, tone of voice, and operational needs of its clients. Additionally, Maki intends to expand its commercial presence in the United States and the EMEA region. The U.S. currently accounts for 30% of the company’s business, and CEO Maxime Legardez will relocate to New York City to establish a U.S. hub.
To support its ambitious growth plans, Maki will significantly expand its team in 2025. The company aims to hire 50-60 new employees across engineering, product, commercial, customer success, and onboarding teams.
Ophelia Brown, Partner at Blossom Capital, expressed confidence in Maki’s potential. “From the moment we met Max and the Maki team, we were impressed by their vision, the strength of the product, and the outstanding metrics they’ve achieved in such a short time. We believe Maki’s agents have the potential to enable large organizations to reach the next level of efficiency and decision-making, redefining how HR drives business success.”
Maki’s mission extends beyond automating HR tasks. Its AI-native architecture enables real-time data retrieval, orchestration, and actionable insights, empowering organizations to make seamless, data-driven decisions. With this funding, Maki is well-positioned to continue transforming the HR landscape, equipping companies with tools that enhance both efficiency and strategic impact.
