Runa
YC W18Mexico City, MX · Founded 2018 · 100 employees · Hiring · 4 known investors
Runa is an HR management platform that automates payroll, employee onboarding, offboarding, training, performance tracking, and compliance processes through AI agents. It serves businesses across multiple industries in Latin America, particularly Mexico, Colombia, Argentina, Brazil, and Chile.
Also known as Runa HR
Founders & leadership· Y Combinator alumni (W18)
Runa was founded in 2018 by Courtney McColgan.
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Courtney McColganinFounder/CEO
Investors · 4
The YC application· Winter 2018 batch
Founder mafia
2 people who came through Runa went on to found or lead other companies.
Competitors · 6
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ADP1621 shared keywordsADP provides cloud-based human capital management solutions that integrate payroll, HR, talent management, time and attendance, tax, and benefits administration for businesses globally. The company serves as a comprehensive provider of HCM software and business outsourcing services with analytics and compliance expertise.
homebase1493 shared keywordsHomebase is a management platform for small businesses that includes team messaging, scheduling, shift tracking, onboarding, and payroll features. It serves restaurants, retail, and other hourly-wage businesses with tools for employee communication, scheduling, and performance tracking.
Paycor1257 shared keywordsPaycor provides human capital management and payroll services for business leaders and frontline managers. The platform offers talent management, workforce management, benefits administration, and compliance tools.
OnPay1246 shared keywordsOnPay provides online payroll, HR, and benefits management software for small businesses, handling pay runs, tax calculations, deductions, and compliance. It integrates with accounting software, 401(k) plans, and benefits tools to keep business operations in sync.
Gusto1171 shared keywordsGusto provides payroll processing, employee benefits administration, and HR management tools to businesses, offering integrated software alongside support services for these functions.
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Frequently asked questions
- What does Runa do?
- Runa is an HR management platform that automates payroll, employee onboarding, offboarding, training, performance tracking, and compliance processes through AI agents. It serves businesses across multiple industries in Latin America, particularly Mexico, Colombia, Argentina, Brazil, and Chile.
- Who founded Runa?
- Runa was founded by Courtney McColgan in 2018.
- Who are Runa's investors?
- Runa's investors include Aurum Venture Partners, Scribble Ventures, VU Venture Partners, Y Combinator.
- Where is Runa headquartered?
- Runa is headquartered in Mexico City, MX.