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Embrace

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EMBRACE is a group of HR-technology, employer branding, and recruiting/vocational-training companies serving employers across the German-speaking (DACH) region, with around 7,500 customers. Part of Bertelsmann Investments, it builds an HR-tech ecosystem spanning applicant tracking, employer branding services, and digital solutions for apprentices along the "Attract, Hire & Retain" talent journey.

Founders & leadership

GHGero Hesse
Gero HesseCEOGero Hesse is CEO of EMBRACE, an HR-technology and employer branding group serving approximately 7,500 customers across the German-speaking region. He founded SAATKORN, an independent publishing platform focused on work and recruitment, which has published over 2,000 articles and 500 podcast episodes since 2009.
CHChristian Hansmann
Christian HansmannCFO
DS
Daniel SiekmannCOO
FV
Felix von ZittwitzCEO Ausbildung.de & VP Vertical Platforms

Investors · 9

Also in the syndicate · 2

AV8 (Allianz)Eniac

Funding

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Frequently asked questions

What does Embrace do?
EMBRACE is a group of HR-technology, employer branding, and recruiting/vocational-training companies serving employers across the German-speaking (DACH) region, with around 7,500 customers. Part of Bertelsmann Investments, it builds an HR-tech ecosystem spanning applicant tracking, employer branding services, and digital solutions for apprentices along the "Attract, Hire & Retain" talent journey.
Who are Embrace's investors?
Embrace's investors include Bertelsmann Investments, AV8 Ventures, BoxGroup, CoVenture, Eniac Ventures, Greycroft, New Enterprise Associates (NEA).