10,000+
Job seekers registered
1,200+
Companies hiring
3×
More diverse shortlists
94%
Recruiter satisfaction
Why we built EqualHire
Research consistently shows that candidates with certain names, schools, or employment gaps are screened out before a recruiter ever reads their skills. This isn't malice — it's how the human brain processes information under time pressure.
EqualHire was founded to change the inputs, not lecture the humans. By structurally removing names, photos, school names, and employment dates from the initial review, we give every candidate the same starting line.
Identity is only revealed after a recruiter commits to an interview — at which point the decision has already been made on merit. The result: fairer outcomes for candidates and stronger, more diverse teams for employers.
“Companies using structured, anonymous hiring report 3× more diverse shortlists and measurably better retention after 12 months.”
— Harvard Business Review, 2023
Our values
Fairness by design
Bias prevention isn't a feature we added on — it's the entire foundation of how EqualHire works. Every decision in the product is made with equity in mind.
Radical transparency
We tell candidates exactly what is hidden and why. We tell recruiters exactly when and how identity is revealed. No surprises, no grey areas.
People first
Behind every application is a person who deserves a fair shot. We build for them — not just for the companies paying to hire.
Speed without shortcuts
Bias-free hiring shouldn't mean slow hiring. We've designed every workflow to be faster than traditional ATS tools, not slower.
The people behind EqualHire
Adebisi Depolie
Founder & CEO
Head of Product
Product
Lead Engineer
Engineering
Head of Growth
Growth
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