iHire

What iHire does

iHire is a Frederick, Maryland-based, privately held (since 1999) talent marketplace that organizes recruitment into 57 industry-specific communities rather than a single horizontal job board. The platform connects employers (segmented into small business under 500 employees and large business/enterprise over 500 employees) with job seekers, providing job posting, resume database search, an AI-driven job-matching engine, a freelance marketplace, outsourced HR services, recruitment services, employer branding tools, and certified resume writing. The technology stack is anchored by 50+ ATS integrations (Workday, JazzHR, SAP SuccessFactors, Greenhouse, BambooHR, iCIMS, and others) that embed iHire's talent pools inside employers' existing applicant tracking workflows, and by sector-specific data insights that operationalize proprietary workforce research.

iHire monetizes through multiple recurring and transactional streams: subscription-based job posting and resume search (quote-based annual billing), transaction fees on the freelance marketplace, professional services for resume writing and full-cycle recruitment outsourcing, and managed services for outsourced HR. The go-to-market operates as a hybrid model — direct field sales and dedicated account teams for enterprise accounts (500+ employees) emphasized as relationship-based rather than transactional, alongside self-serve product-led growth for small businesses and job seekers. Distribution is supplemented by 50+ channel/ATS partnerships and content marketing via proprietary research reports (Toxic Workplace Trends, State of Online Recruiting, Freelance Revolution, Employer Core Values survey). Leadership is led by founder David J. MacFadyen (Board Executive Chair), CEO Steve Flook, and newly appointed Chief of Staff Launi Vawter (March 2026).

The customer base spans 103,000+ organizations with a diversified logo portfolio across healthcare (Western Dental, Corizon Health, LCB Senior Living), hospitality (Walt Disney World, Marriott), retail (Whole Foods, Lowe's), insurance (State Farm), real estate (ReMax), education (Sylvan Learning), media (Hearst Television, Graham Media Group), and pet health (WellHaven, Vetster). The platform operates within the United States and is a member of the International Association of Employment Web Sites, BBB accredited, a Google Partner, and a multi-period G2 Leader (2025-2026) and Inc Best Workplaces 2024 honoree, with no disclosed funding rounds indicating an organically grown, cash-flow positive operating history of 27 years.

Name

iHire

Legal name

iHire, LLC

Website

https://iHire.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1999

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

101–250 employees

Short description

iHire is a Frederick, Maryland-based talent marketplace founded in 1999 that connects employers and job seekers across 57 industry-specific communities through job posting, resume search, ATS-integrated workflows, and a freelance marketplace, serving 103,000+ organizations in the U.S.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Online Recruitment Platform

NAICS

Employment Placement Agencies (561311), Employment Placement Agencies and Executive Search Services (56131), Employment Services (5613)

SIC

Services-Employment Agencies (7361)

akta.pro primary industry

Talent Acquisition (Recruiting) & Applicant Tracking (ATS) (BPACAPAD)

akta.pro secondary industries

Career Services & Job Placement Platforms (Jobs, Recruiting, Employer Networks) (EDAFAMAM), Professional & Technical Direct Hire (IT, Engineering, Finance, Healthcare) (BPACAFAC), Job Placement, Matching & Career Navigation Services (EDAAAOAL), Recruiting Administration Outsourcing (Recruitment Support, Scheduling, Onboarding Ops) (BPACAKAG)

Keywords

• Online recruitment platform
• Job board software
• Talent acquisition tools
• Applicant tracking integration
• Career matching services

Headquarters

HQ city

Frederick

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B and B2C

Offering type

Software

Cost components

Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales, Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Job Posting Services: Employers pay to post job advertisements across iHire's industry-specific communities, reaching targeted talent pools in specific sectors.
2. Resume Search/Access: Employers can search and access candidate resumes, likely as part of subscription packages or add-on services.
3. Freelance Marketplace: Connecting employers with freelance professionals for project-based and contract work.
4. Recruitment Services: Full-service recruitment outsourcing for employers needing hands-on hiring support.
5. Outsourced HR Services: On-call HR guidance, ongoing HR management, and project-specific HR assistance for small and mid-sized businesses.
6. Education & Training Solutions: Online learning resources, courses, webinars, and career development tools for job seekers and HR professionals, including sports career and student career planning.
7. Resume Writing Services: Professional resume writing by certified writers for job seekers.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion3 records

Distribution channels5 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

iHire operates an industry-specific online recruitment marketplace that connects employers with qualified candidates across 57 specialized talent communities (e.g., iHireNursing, iHireVeterinary). Employers can post jobs, search resumes, hire freelancers, connect their ATS, and access outsourced recruitment and HR services, while job seekers can search industry-relevant jobs, build resumes, and access career resources. The platform monetizes primarily through employer subscriptions, resume database access, and recruitment/HR services.

Product overview

iHire is a talent marketplace operating as a platform-plus-modules architecture, offering 57 industry-specific communities that connect employers with qualified talent and job seekers with relevant opportunities. The core platform centers on job posting (Job Ads), resume database search (Resume Search), and AI-powered job matching. Additional modules include iHire360 (all-in-one solution), Freelance Marketplace (project-based hiring), ATS Integrations (50+ partner systems including Workday, JazzHR, SAP SuccessFactors, Greenhouse), Employer Branding, Outsourced HR Services, and Recruitment Services. For job seekers, key products include Job Matching, Resume Builder, Resume Writing, Resource Center, and Webinars & Masterclasses. The company also serves the education sector with EDU Solutions, Student Game Plan, Sports Career Game Plan, and Enrollment Marketing. iHire serves both small businesses (under 500 employees) and large enterprises (500+ employees), with over 103,000 organizations using the platform.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Job Ads Job posting product allowing employers to advertise openings and reach career-minded professionals across iHire's 57 industry-specific communities. Targeted at employers seeking targeted talent sourcing.
• Resume Search Resume database search tool that enables employers to find and source qualified candidates across iHire's industry-specific communities. Targeted at recruiters and hiring managers.
• iHire360 Comprehensive bundled hiring solution combining job posting, resume search, candidate management, and employer branding tools in a single platform for employers.
• Freelance Marketplace Dedicated marketplace connecting employers with freelance professionals and independent contractors for project-based and contract hiring needs.
• Recruitment Services Outsourced recruiting service for employers seeking dedicated, hands-on talent acquisition support, particularly suited for large enterprises and high-volume hiring needs.
• Outsourced HR Services Managed HR service providing on-call guidance, ongoing HR management, and project-specific HR assistance for small and mid-sized businesses.
• Employer Branding

Quantifiable outcome

• 103K+ organizations trust iHire for hiring solutions
• +4 more outcomes

Named customers18 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration16 records

AI capability3 records

Feature5 records

Partnerships

One partnership is on record.

• Propel PeoplecoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 10 October 2025Propel People and iHire announced a strategic partnership and integration connecting Propel People's AI-driven construction hiring platform with iHire's industry-focused network. The integration streamlines job posting and candidate sourcing for construction companies, enabling faster access to qualified workers and addressing labor shortages in the construction sector.

Scale indicators3 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Snagajob: Job marketplace specializing in hourly and shift-based hiring, directly overlapping iHire's vertical-community approach with industry-specific focus (hourly/blue-collar) and SMB employer self-serve motion.
• CareerBuilder: Long-standing job board offering job posting, resume database, and recruitment software; competes directly with iHire in mid-market and enterprise segments with similar subscription and ATS-integration offerings.
• ZipRecruiter: Public job marketplace offering employer job posting, resume search, and AI matching for SMB and mid-market employers, directly competing with iHire in the same horizontal-plus-vertical job board category.

Emerging players

• Dice: Tech-focused job marketplace and career platform owned by DHI Group; comparable to iHire as a vertical-specialized job board (technology talent), demonstrating the same single-vertical depth model at scale.
• Handshake: Career services and job marketplace for college students and early-career talent; comparable to iHire's EDU Solutions and Student Game Plan offerings and competes for the same education-to-employment pathway.

Broad incumbents

• Glassdoor: Indeed-owned employer reviews and job marketplace platform; comparable to iHire's job posting and employer branding products, particularly overlapping on employer reputation content and mid-market talent attraction.
• Monster: Established global job board now owned by BOLD; competes with iHire on job posting, resume search, and recruitment advertising across professional verticals with similar mid-market employer targeting.
• Indeed: Dominant global job search engine owned by Recruit Holdings, offering sponsored job postings, resume search, and Indeed Hire; competes with iHire on employer job advertising and candidate sourcing across virtually every industry.
• LinkedIn (Talent Solutions): Microsoft-owned professional network with the leading recruiter platform and ATS integration stack; competes with iHire for enterprise hiring budgets, passive candidate sourcing, and ATS-embedded talent intelligence.

Others

• Ladders: Premium job marketplace targeting $100K+ professionals with curated listings; adjacent to iHire's broader market but overlaps on employer job posting and resume/candidate matching for white-collar verticals.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/ihirejobnetwork

Compliance9 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles3 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

M&A1 record

Investments

M&A and investment is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

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