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GoRefer.com
A web technology solution that supports the internet consumer intelligence industry
About GoRefer.com
GoRefer.com operates as a candidate referral platform, connecting employers with potential hires through a community-based model. Established in 2016 by founder Chris Ridley, the company is headquartered in London, United Kingdom. The business focuses on specialized industries, building its community from a base of professionals within the security, IT, and technology sectors.
The core of the business is to provide a space where employers can post job vacancies and are assisted in preparing the job descriptions to be clear and accessible. Members of the GoRefer community can then refer candidates for these positions. The business model is structured around rewarding these members for successfully finding the right talent, creating a transactional incentive for referrals. This approach aims to leverage the networks of industry professionals to source qualified candidates.
The company serves employers seeking to fill roles in the specified technical fields. By tapping into a targeted network, the platform offers a more direct line to relevant talent than broader job boards might. For the community members, it provides a way to monetize their professional connections. According to market analysis, GoRefer.com operates in a competitive space alongside numerous other recruitment and referral platforms and is registered as an unfunded entity.
Source: Dealroom company dataAt a glance
- Founded
- 1999
- Headquarters
- New York City, United States
- Sector
- Cybersecurity
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From Dealroom's funding and investor records, grouped by the round each investor first entered.
Series A3 investors entered at this stage
Polaris Partners- WGWolfson Group
Chase
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