What is Landed?
Landed operates a specialized jobs marketplace designed to simplify the hiring process for both candidates and employers. By replacing static, traditional resumes with short-form video introductions, the platform allows job seekers to showcase their personality and professional aptitude directly to hiring managers. This approach is particularly effective for high-volume sectors where soft skills and cultural fit are paramount. The platform serves a diverse demographic, ranging from students entering the workforce to experienced retail managers, effectively democratizing access to employment opportunities through a mobile-first, swipe-based interface.
How much funding has Landed raised?
Landed has raised a total of $8.4M across 2 funding rounds:
Angel/Seed
$1.4M
Angel/Seed
$7M
Angel/Seed (2021): $1.4M with participation from Javelin Venture Partners, Palm Drive Capital, and Y Combinator
Angel/Seed (2022): $7M led by Blockchain Capital and Javelin Venture Partners
Key Investors in Landed
Y Combinator
Established in 2005 and located in Mountain View, California, Y Combinator provides seed funding for startup businesses and to gauge investors for businesses.
Javelin Venture Partners
Javelin Venture Partners backs founders building new products and platforms in technology, commerce and services. The firm provides committed capital, practical guidance and a close partnership mindset, helping early teams sharpen strategy, grow with discipline and turn ambitious ideas into lasting companies.
Blockchain Capital
Blockchain Capital was founded in 2013 with the mission of helping entrepreneurs build world-class companies and projects based on blockchain technology - providing founders with the tools they need to succeed: capital, domain expertise, partnerships, recruiting and strategy.
What's next for Landed?
With the infusion of this latest capital, Landed is well-positioned to scale its operations and deepen its market penetration. The strategic focus will likely center on enhancing the platform's matching algorithms and expanding its employer network to include larger enterprise-level organizations. As the labor market continues to evolve, Landed's ability to provide a frictionless, personality-driven recruitment experience will be a key differentiator. Future growth will likely involve integrating more sophisticated data analytics to optimize hiring outcomes, ensuring that the company remains at the forefront of the digital workforce transformation.
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