The Catalyst Fund
Recruiting-focused capital from operators who live the industry.
The Catalyst Fund, powered by Catalyst Recruiter, specializes in equity investments for recruiting and staffing firms because we live and breathe this industry every day.
Capital plus operating leverage
We do not just write checks.
Our team has built, scaled, and exited multiple agencies and operating businesses, giving us practical insight into what drives profitable growth: margin structure, temp staffing operations, AI-enabled placement workflows, and expansion into high-demand niches like technology, healthcare, engineering, and infrastructure.
We open doors to enterprise clients, share playbooks, and connect founders with operators who have done the work before.
The only recruiting-focused investors
We invest in recruiting and staffing companies because we love them.
Partner with us and skip the generic friends-and-family round. Catalyst co-develops go-to-market strategy, refines unit economics, and helps accelerate revenue through industry-specific networks.
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Frequently asked questions.
How does Catalyst differ from traditional recruiting agencies?
Catalyst is not an agency. It is your launchpad, operating partner, and staffing-company infrastructure network.
What is included in the turnkey platform?
Entity, contracts, payroll, ATS, compliance, brand, website, and the operating workflow needed to place talent without rebuilding a back office from scratch.
How quickly can I launch my firm?
A lean launch can move quickly. A fully branded firm with a custom website, logo, and job board takes longer and depends on the scope.
Can I collaborate with other recruiters on Catalyst?
Yes. The network can support shared referrals, partner projects, and pooled resources while each founder keeps control of their own firm.
What if I have never run a business before?
Catalyst playbooks and office hours help simplify early operating decisions so the founder can stay focused on selling and recruiting.
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