Matrix Partners

Matrix Partners is a venture capital firm founded in 1977 and based in San Francisco that backs early-stage and Series A technology companies across sectors such as artificial intelligence, B2B software, consumer technology, fintech, health tech, infrastructure, and semiconductors. The firm emphasizes practical, founder-centered collaboration, often supporting concepts from idea stage through Series A and taking board seats to help portfolio companies scale. It operates globally, including Matrix Partners China, which focuses on long-term relationships with entrepreneurs in China and has a track record of IPOs and strategic exits. The team combines former founders and experienced investors to bring local execution and global perspective. Notable investments span across the technology landscape, reflecting a history of involvement with companies like FedEx, Apple, Oculus, Canva, Zendesk, HubSpot, Postmates, Fivetran, Sila, and GOAT, illustrating the firm’s ability to support companies from early development to scale.

Ben Altshuler

Partner

Timothy Barrows

General Partner

Diana Kimball Berlin

Partner

Matt Brown

Partner

Phyllis Doherty

Administrative Partner

Paul Ferri

Investor

Liza Gurtin

Partner

Patrick Malatack

Partner

Hardi Meybaum

General Partner

Kojo Osei

Partner

StaN Reiss

General Partner

Antonio Rodriguez

General Partner

Paul Sherer

Venture Partner

David Su

Managing Partner

Sun Linghao

Managing Partner

Tong Ti

Vice President

Wan Haoji

Partner

Kevin Xiong

Partner

Past deals in Human Resources

Spotlight Workplace

Angel Round in 2022
Spotlight Workplace helps companies reduce the cost of employment across borders and regions, and also helps companies solve the problem of remote organization capabilities.

15Five

Series C in 2022
15Five is a performance management software company offering a continuous performance management platform that aims to improve employee engagement, performance, and retention. The platform includes tools for one-on-one meeting agendas, 360-degree reviews, employee recognition, and goal and OKR tracking, along with engagement surveys, custom reports, and trends dashboards. It also provides weekly check-ins, polls, and integrations such as Slack to capture feedback and surface insights in real time. The company serves customers worldwide and supports managers with data-driven insights and guided coaching. Founded in 2011, 15Five is based in San Francisco with offices in Raleigh and New York.

15Five

Series B in 2019
15Five is a performance management software company offering a continuous performance management platform that aims to improve employee engagement, performance, and retention. The platform includes tools for one-on-one meeting agendas, 360-degree reviews, employee recognition, and goal and OKR tracking, along with engagement surveys, custom reports, and trends dashboards. It also provides weekly check-ins, polls, and integrations such as Slack to capture feedback and surface insights in real time. The company serves customers worldwide and supports managers with data-driven insights and guided coaching. Founded in 2011, 15Five is based in San Francisco with offices in Raleigh and New York.

15Five

Series A in 2018
15Five is a performance management software company offering a continuous performance management platform that aims to improve employee engagement, performance, and retention. The platform includes tools for one-on-one meeting agendas, 360-degree reviews, employee recognition, and goal and OKR tracking, along with engagement surveys, custom reports, and trends dashboards. It also provides weekly check-ins, polls, and integrations such as Slack to capture feedback and surface insights in real time. The company serves customers worldwide and supports managers with data-driven insights and guided coaching. Founded in 2011, 15Five is based in San Francisco with offices in Raleigh and New York.

Beisen

Series E in 2018
Beijing Beisen Cloud Computing Co., Ltd. specializes in developing software as a service (SaaS) solutions for integrated talent management. Founded in 2005 and based in Beijing, the company offers a comprehensive platform that includes services for talent assessment, recruitment management, performance management, succession planning, and employee development. Beisen’s Human Resource Service Platform focuses on internet recruitment, while its Business People Service Network provides information and recruitment services. The company also delivers platform as a service (PaaS) for cloud architecture development, along with system implementation and custom development services. Its iTalentX platform features cloud-native applications designed to streamline human capital management (HCM) processes, enabling organizations to effectively recruit, evaluate, and retain talent throughout the employee lifecycle.

Namely

Series E in 2018
Namely, Inc. operates an online human resource software platform designed for small- and mid-sized organizations. Founded in 2011 and based in New York, the company provides an all-in-one solution that integrates various HR functions, including payroll, benefits administration, time-off tracking, and talent management. Namely's cloud-based platform allows HR teams to manage employee data efficiently while ensuring compliance with regulations. The company serves a diverse range of industries, including technology, professional services, and commerce, offering personalized support to help organizations enhance their company culture and improve employee experiences.

Namely

Series D in 2017
Namely, Inc. operates an online human resource software platform designed for small- and mid-sized organizations. Founded in 2011 and based in New York, the company provides an all-in-one solution that integrates various HR functions, including payroll, benefits administration, time-off tracking, and talent management. Namely's cloud-based platform allows HR teams to manage employee data efficiently while ensuring compliance with regulations. The company serves a diverse range of industries, including technology, professional services, and commerce, offering personalized support to help organizations enhance their company culture and improve employee experiences.

Pathgather

Seed Round in 2016
Pathgather, Inc. is a company that develops a learning experience platform designed for enterprises to enhance workforce development and maintain competitiveness in a digital environment. Established in 2012 and headquartered in New York, the platform integrates seamlessly with existing organizational learning management systems and various internal or external content sources. By consolidating disparate learning resources and HR tools, Pathgather enables businesses to create talent agility and align employee growth with organizational objectives. This unified approach not only maximizes the value of learning investments but also significantly reduces the time required for management oversight. As of June 2018, Pathgather operates as a subsidiary of Degreed, Inc.

Namely

Venture Round in 2016
Namely, Inc. operates an online human resource software platform designed for small- and mid-sized organizations. Founded in 2011 and based in New York, the company provides an all-in-one solution that integrates various HR functions, including payroll, benefits administration, time-off tracking, and talent management. Namely's cloud-based platform allows HR teams to manage employee data efficiently while ensuring compliance with regulations. The company serves a diverse range of industries, including technology, professional services, and commerce, offering personalized support to help organizations enhance their company culture and improve employee experiences.

Namely

Series C in 2015
Namely, Inc. operates an online human resource software platform designed for small- and mid-sized organizations. Founded in 2011 and based in New York, the company provides an all-in-one solution that integrates various HR functions, including payroll, benefits administration, time-off tracking, and talent management. Namely's cloud-based platform allows HR teams to manage employee data efficiently while ensuring compliance with regulations. The company serves a diverse range of industries, including technology, professional services, and commerce, offering personalized support to help organizations enhance their company culture and improve employee experiences.

Beisen

Series C in 2015
Beijing Beisen Cloud Computing Co., Ltd. specializes in developing software as a service (SaaS) solutions for integrated talent management. Founded in 2005 and based in Beijing, the company offers a comprehensive platform that includes services for talent assessment, recruitment management, performance management, succession planning, and employee development. Beisen’s Human Resource Service Platform focuses on internet recruitment, while its Business People Service Network provides information and recruitment services. The company also delivers platform as a service (PaaS) for cloud architecture development, along with system implementation and custom development services. Its iTalentX platform features cloud-native applications designed to streamline human capital management (HCM) processes, enabling organizations to effectively recruit, evaluate, and retain talent throughout the employee lifecycle.

Namely

Venture Round in 2015
Namely, Inc. operates an online human resource software platform designed for small- and mid-sized organizations. Founded in 2011 and based in New York, the company provides an all-in-one solution that integrates various HR functions, including payroll, benefits administration, time-off tracking, and talent management. Namely's cloud-based platform allows HR teams to manage employee data efficiently while ensuring compliance with regulations. The company serves a diverse range of industries, including technology, professional services, and commerce, offering personalized support to help organizations enhance their company culture and improve employee experiences.

Pathgather

Seed Round in 2014
Pathgather, Inc. is a company that develops a learning experience platform designed for enterprises to enhance workforce development and maintain competitiveness in a digital environment. Established in 2012 and headquartered in New York, the platform integrates seamlessly with existing organizational learning management systems and various internal or external content sources. By consolidating disparate learning resources and HR tools, Pathgather enables businesses to create talent agility and align employee growth with organizational objectives. This unified approach not only maximizes the value of learning investments but also significantly reduces the time required for management oversight. As of June 2018, Pathgather operates as a subsidiary of Degreed, Inc.

Namely

Series B in 2014
Namely, Inc. operates an online human resource software platform designed for small- and mid-sized organizations. Founded in 2011 and based in New York, the company provides an all-in-one solution that integrates various HR functions, including payroll, benefits administration, time-off tracking, and talent management. Namely's cloud-based platform allows HR teams to manage employee data efficiently while ensuring compliance with regulations. The company serves a diverse range of industries, including technology, professional services, and commerce, offering personalized support to help organizations enhance their company culture and improve employee experiences.

15Five

Seed Round in 2014
15Five is a performance management software company offering a continuous performance management platform that aims to improve employee engagement, performance, and retention. The platform includes tools for one-on-one meeting agendas, 360-degree reviews, employee recognition, and goal and OKR tracking, along with engagement surveys, custom reports, and trends dashboards. It also provides weekly check-ins, polls, and integrations such as Slack to capture feedback and surface insights in real time. The company serves customers worldwide and supports managers with data-driven insights and guided coaching. Founded in 2011, 15Five is based in San Francisco with offices in Raleigh and New York.

Work4

Series B in 2014
Seiza specializes in social and mobile recruiting solutions, enabling companies to connect with talent through social networks, particularly Facebook and Twitter. Founded in 2010 and headquartered in San Francisco with an additional office in Paris, Seiza's technology helps enterprises enhance their employer brands while driving organic referrals and targeting specific job profiles with tailored advertisements. The company offers a suite of products designed to streamline the recruiting process and improve the effectiveness of talent acquisition strategies. Seiza's team of experts provides clients with best practices and advanced analytics to ensure successful recruitment outcomes, solidifying its position as a leader in the social recruiting space.

Beisen

Series B in 2013
Beijing Beisen Cloud Computing Co., Ltd. specializes in developing software as a service (SaaS) solutions for integrated talent management. Founded in 2005 and based in Beijing, the company offers a comprehensive platform that includes services for talent assessment, recruitment management, performance management, succession planning, and employee development. Beisen’s Human Resource Service Platform focuses on internet recruitment, while its Business People Service Network provides information and recruitment services. The company also delivers platform as a service (PaaS) for cloud architecture development, along with system implementation and custom development services. Its iTalentX platform features cloud-native applications designed to streamline human capital management (HCM) processes, enabling organizations to effectively recruit, evaluate, and retain talent throughout the employee lifecycle.

Work4

Series A in 2012
Seiza specializes in social and mobile recruiting solutions, enabling companies to connect with talent through social networks, particularly Facebook and Twitter. Founded in 2010 and headquartered in San Francisco with an additional office in Paris, Seiza's technology helps enterprises enhance their employer brands while driving organic referrals and targeting specific job profiles with tailored advertisements. The company offers a suite of products designed to streamline the recruiting process and improve the effectiveness of talent acquisition strategies. Seiza's team of experts provides clients with best practices and advanced analytics to ensure successful recruitment outcomes, solidifying its position as a leader in the social recruiting space.

TribeHR

Venture Round in 2012
TribeHR Corp., headquartered in Waterloo, Ontario, and Boston, Massachusetts, develops TribeHR, a social human resources management software designed for small and medium-sized businesses. Founded in 2009, TribeHR offers an intuitive platform that assists organizations in managing various HR functions, including vacation tracking, performance management, recruitment, payroll, onboarding, and analytics. By streamlining these processes, TribeHR enables companies to concentrate on their core operations while enhancing employee engagement and satisfaction. The company provides tools that facilitate a more effective and collaborative workplace environment, making it easier for businesses to manage their workforce efficiently.

TribeHR

Seed Round in 2011
TribeHR Corp., headquartered in Waterloo, Ontario, and Boston, Massachusetts, develops TribeHR, a social human resources management software designed for small and medium-sized businesses. Founded in 2009, TribeHR offers an intuitive platform that assists organizations in managing various HR functions, including vacation tracking, performance management, recruitment, payroll, onboarding, and analytics. By streamlining these processes, TribeHR enables companies to concentrate on their core operations while enhancing employee engagement and satisfaction. The company provides tools that facilitate a more effective and collaborative workplace environment, making it easier for businesses to manage their workforce efficiently.

Inflection

Series A in 2010
Inflection LLC is a technology company specializing in family history and people search services. Founded in 2006 and based in Redwood City, California, Inflection operates a website that aggregates various public records, including birth records, obituaries, census data, and immigration lists, making this information accessible to users through its brands. Additionally, the company offers a people search engine that compiles contact information and social networking profiles while prioritizing user privacy. Inflection is also known for GoodHire, its pre-employment screening service designed for small to medium-sized businesses, which helps over 75,000 companies make informed hiring decisions. The company has additional locations in Omaha, Nebraska, and Kiev and Lviv, Ukraine.

Ladders

Series A in 2004
Ladders is a career-focused company dedicated to supporting high-income professionals. It caters to the top 25% of the workforce, offering resources for professional growth and office lifestyle. Ladders provides curated job matches, insights into applicant qualifications, and career advice through its platform. The company's mission is to "lead the leaders," serving a membership base of 10 million professionals who are influential in their companies, communities, and professions.
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