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Spine

YC F26

San Francisco, US · Hiring · 2 known investors

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Spine is a free HR and benefits platform that layers on top of existing HRIS tools like Rippling, Deel, Gusto, and ADP, using AI plus an in-house team to manage benefits, compliance, payroll, and people operations. It positions itself as an unbundled alternative to brokers and PEOs for tech companies, with a 24/7 concierge for employee healthcare questions and plan optimization that reduces healthcare costs.

Founders & leadership· Y Combinator alumni (F26)

OKOnur Kardesler
Onur KardeslerCo-FounderOnur Kardesler is the founder and CEO of Spine, a free HR, benefits, compliance, and people operations platform for startups. He previously co-founded Firefly, a digital car-top advertising company, and holds an MBA from INSEAD along with engineering degrees from EPFL and Koç University.
ECEce Cokar
Ece CokarFounderCo-founder of Spine, which offers a free AI-assisted HR and benefits platform that works alongside existing HRIS tools to manage benefits, compliance, payroll, and people operations for tech companies. An Oxford-trained lawyer, she previously co-founded Feed in 2021.

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Frequently asked questions

What does Spine do?
Spine is a free HR and benefits platform that layers on top of existing HRIS tools like Rippling, Deel, Gusto, and ADP, using AI plus an in-house team to manage benefits, compliance, payroll, and people operations. It positions itself as an unbundled alternative to brokers and PEOs for tech companies, with a 24/7 concierge for employee healthcare questions and plan optimization that reduces healthcare costs.
Who are Spine's investors?
Spine's investors include Pioneer, Y Combinator.
Where is Spine headquartered?
Spine is headquartered in San Francisco, US.