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Haul's Successful Funding Round to Expand 'RekMA'

Haul, a company based in Meguro, Tokyo, has announced an impressive funding achievement of ¥230 million, increasing its total funding to ¥880 million. This capital was raised through debt financing from well-known financial institutions such as Japan Finance Corporation, Kiraboshi Bank, and Mizuho Bank. The funding marks a significant milestone for Haul as it enhances its innovative recruitment enablement Software as a Service (SaaS) product, 'RekMA'.

Funding Goals and Milestones

The funds obtained will be utilized to expedite the expansion of 'RekMA' while also launching multiple products and new business ventures. The company aims to officially launch 'RekMA' through equity financing by September 2024, and they anticipate having collaborated with over 100 companies by January 2025.

As the competition for talent acquisition continues to intensify, 'RekMA' has gained recognition as an effective solution that addresses candidate experiences and improves hiring outcomes. Haul has reported remarkable achievements, such as a 150% increase in offer acceptance rates and maintaining an 80% acceptance rate with doubled candidate pools.

CEO Takuji Hirata expressed his gratitude towards financial supporters, stating, "We are extremely honored to have secured ¥230 million in funding, thanks to the support from institutions like Japan Finance Corporation. We also want to extend our heartfelt thanks to our clients and partners who have been with us on this journey."

Improving Candidate Experience with 'RekMA'

'RekMA' is the first of its kind in Japan, designed specifically as a recruitment enablement SaaS that enhances the effectiveness of talent acquisition. The platform assists organizations in attracting outstanding candidates efficiently, standardizing the recruitment process with generative AI technology and significantly reducing the burden that comes with traditional hiring methods.

The deployment of 'RekMA' has allowed over 100 companies, ranging from startups to publicly listed firms, to streamline their recruitment processes and secure talent that aligns with their organizational needs. Additionally, the system minimizes the need for a large candidate pool, ensuring greater efficiency in their hiring strategies.

Future Prospects for Haul and 'RekMA'

Haul is dedicated to improving its existing offerings and expanding into new territories and functionalities for 'RekMA'. Beyond the current suite of products, the company plans to accelerate the development of new initiatives. "With this funding, we are committed to creating unprecedented value in the recruitment market and supporting businesses in achieving successful hiring outcomes," added Hirata.

Haul stands out in the competitive job market by providing solutions that enhance hiring capacity, backed by their innovative recruitment tools, including 'RekMA', 'RekPro', a recruitment partner service, and a technical stack database media for engineers called 'What We Use'.

For more details about Haul and its services, visit Haul's official website and explore their recruitment solutions at RekMA's site.

Founded in September 2018 by CEO Takuji Hirata, Haul is making significant strides in transforming the recruitment landscape in Japan, equipping businesses with the tools needed to thrive in a competitive market.

For inquiries, please contact: public relations team at Haul via email: [email protected].