John Kim
Co-founder and CEO of Paraform, a recruiting platform. He discusses the company's recent funding and the importance of recruiters in the tech landscape.
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Jul 2, 2025 • 3h 30min
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Deedy Das, Principal at Menlo Ventures, shares insights on transitioning from engineering to venture capital, emphasizing the value of technical expertise in investing. Mert Mumtaz, CEO of Helius Labs, discusses the emergence of tokenized private shares on blockchain platforms. John Kim talks about the vital role of recruiters in tech amid recent funding changes. Amit Jain from Luma AI explains the development of multimodal models impacting entertainment, while Emily Sundberg reflects on the evolution of independent media during her journey with her newsletter.
Jul 22, 2025 • 51min
How Paraform Raised $20M to Reinvent Recruiting
John Kim, co-founder and CEO of Paraform, is reshaping recruitment with a marketplace that connects companies to top external headhunters. He shares insights into raising a $20M Series A, emphasizing the importance of customer relationships. The conversation dives into using AI to enhance recruiter performance, predictions of 7-figure earnings for recruiters, and the necessity of trusted matches. Kim also reflects on his journey, the challenges of scaling a startup, and the future of hiring as the industry evolves.
