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▶ 5:45 · AI Agents · Factorial pivots to AI-native with agents automating HR workflows, leveraging proprietary compliance data moat
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Scaling Europe

Factorial raised $150m at a $2.5b valuation: Jordi Romero, Founder and CEO at Factorial

2026-06-03 · 2 company · 4 thematic
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jordi romero

Co-founder and CEO of Factorial, an HR software unicorn. Led Series D raise ($150M at $2.5B valuation) and $540M Customer Value Fund from General Catalyst. Previously built and scaled Factorial from Series A (2020) through unicorn status (2022). Known for transparent governance (3-board-seat structure) and employee liquidity programs.

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