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Rise People

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Canada's only all-in-one HR Software HR + Benefits + Payroll

Burnaby, CanadaFounded 2011Other B2B Software
Valuation $25–50M Last recorded · 2020
Revenue $10–50M Latest reported FY
Headcount <100 Current team size
Total funding $10–50M Disclosed equity funding
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About Rise People

Rise People emerged as a transformative force in the HR software industry, founded by Faiz Abdulla. The company set out to simplify and enhance the way businesses manage their human resources, payroll, and benefits.

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In its early days, Rise People focused on creating a user-friendly platform that integrated various HR functions into a single, cohesive system. This approach resonated with small to medium-sized businesses looking for efficient and cost-effective HR solutions.

As the company grew, it attracted significant attention from investors, leading to a major funding round that fueled its expansion across Canada. This financial boost allowed Rise People to innovate further, incorporating advanced features like employee engagement tools and comprehensive analytics.

Despite the competitive landscape, Rise People carved out a niche by emphasizing customer service and continuous improvement of its platform. This dedication to excellence helped it build a loyal customer base and establish itself as a leader in the Canadian HR tech market.

Today, Rise People continues to evolve, driven by a mission to empower businesses and their employees through innovative technology solutions. Its journey reflects the dynamic nature of the tech industry and the ongoing demand for effective HR management tools.

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At a glance

Founded
2011
Headquarters
Burnaby, Canada
Sector
Other B2B Software
Power Law
Colt$25–100M revenue

Investors

2 investors on the cap table

From Dealroom's funding and investor records, grouped by the round each investor first entered.

Series A1 investor entered at this stage

  • Sun Life

Series B and later1 investor entered at this stage

  • Espresso Capital
Team profiled 17 named & role-tagged
Founders Hidden — book a demo/100 quality score
Key operators 2 quality Hidden — book a demo/100
Potential founders Hidden — book a demo likely future founders
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Global footprint

Workforce and web traffic by country
Workforce by country
2 countries with
team presence
🇨🇦 Canada81.6%
🇮🇳 India18.4%
2 countries shown
Web traffic by country
140K monthly visits
across markets
🇨🇦 Canada65.6%
🇺🇸 United States11.9%
🇳🇬 Nigeria4.8%
🇮🇳 India2.3%
🏳️ Russian Federation1.3%
Top 5 markets shown

Market sentiment

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