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PeopleLink
Leading outsourced provider of complete community services for the internet
About PeopleLink
In 1987, what began as a family-owned staffing firm in South Bend, Indiana, set the stage for the Peoplelink Group. The company, founded on the principle of connecting people with businesses, initially focused on providing workforce solutions. A significant moment in the company's journey occurred in 2011 when the French-based Groupe CRIT acquired a 75% majority stake. This wasn't a hostile takeover but a strategic partnership; the founding family retained a 25% share, and the company continued to operate under the Peoplelink brand. The acquisition by Groupe CRIT marked a pivotal chapter, providing Peoplelink with the resources for international growth and access to the world's largest staffing market. Following this, Peoplelink didn't just rest on its laurels; it went on an acquisition spree of its own, acquiring specialized firms like the IT staffing provider TeamSoft in 2016 and EHD Technologies in 2017 to broaden its service offerings. This strategy allowed them to create the Peoplelink Group, a branded house of specialized staffing divisions covering everything from industrial and administrative roles to IT and engineering. This structure enabled them to offer tailored, expert solutions across a wide range of industries while maintaining a unified corporate identity.
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Funding history
Company financing events and reported valuations.
| Deal type | Date | Amount | Valuation | Investors | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SERIES C✓Equity / VC | Mar 2000 | $25M | $100M | BRM Capital · Idealab · HM Capital · HarbourVest Partners | — |
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Investors
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Series B and later6 investors entered at this stage
- HCHM Capital
BRM Capital
Idealab
HarbourVest Partners
Goldman Sachs
GE Equity
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