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Pebl

Global EOR enabling international hiring

Overview

Pebl provides global workforce management using an Employer of Record (EOR) model to legally employ workers in 185+ countries, enabling businesses to hire, pay, and manage international employees without setting up local entities. It handles contracts, onboarding, global payroll, benefits, immigration, and local compliance. Pebl’s core product is the Pebl platform, an AI-powered system (with Alfie, an AI assistant) that integrates with HRIS, HCM, and ATS for self-serve quotes, market exploration, and quick hiring. Distinguishing factors include a broad license footprint, a strong compliance focus, and a strategy centered on AI-assisted HR alongside human-led guidance, supported by significant funding and acquisitions (e.g., iWorkGlobal, Shield GEO). Pebl aims to simplify and accelerate global expansion for companies of all sizes by providing a scalable, compliant, and easy-to-use solution for international hiring and workforce management.

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About Pebl

Simplify's Rating
Why Pebl is rated
B-
Rated B on Competitive Edge
Rated B on Growth Potential
Rated C on Differentiation

Industries

Data & AnalyticsEnterprise SoftwareAI & Machine Learning

Company Size

501-1,000

Company Stage

Series B

Total Funding

$500M

Headquarters

Palo Alto, CA

Founded

2014

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What believers are saying

  • Everest Group named Pebl a Leader again on November 5, 2026.
  • Alfie cut support tickets 83.5% and global compliance questions 98.2%.
  • Bay FC and FC Versailles partnerships expand brand reach through 2028.

What critics are saying

  • Deel, Remote, and Multiplier commoditize EOR with faster self-serve pricing.
  • Pebl's AI claims need sustained accuracy; one compliance error triggers customer churn and regulator scrutiny.
  • If global hiring growth slows, Pebl's premium platform story collapses into a crowded services market.

What makes Pebl unique

  • Pebl's September 2025 rebrand fused decade-old EOR compliance with AI-first workflows.
  • Alfie executes approvals and reporting inside Pebl, not just answers questions.
  • Pebl spans 185 countries with local compliance infrastructure and specialist support.

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Funding

Total Funding

$500M

Above

Industry Average

Funded Over

2 Rounds

Series B funding is typically for startups that have proven their business model and need more funding to expand rapidly—often by entering new markets or adding more products. Investors are usually venture capital firms that specialize in later-stage investments.
Series B Funding Comparison
Above Average

Industry standards

$35M
$45M
$65M
$100M
$400M

Benefits

  • Flexible Work Hours
  • Parental Leave
  • Health Insurance
  • Dental Insurance
  • 401(k) Retirement Plan
  • Home Office Stipend
  • Performance Bonus

Growth & Insights and Company News

6 month growth

-15%

1 year growth

-18%

2 year growth

-13%
Nasdaq
Oct 24th, 2026
Velocity Global acquires Shield GEO in second growth transaction this year

Company continues to scale leading global work platform Follows acquisition of iWorkGlobal in April Combined company serves more than 1,000 brands and over 7,000 supported employees this year DENVER, July 13, 2021— Velocity Global continues to scale its leading global work platform with the acquisition of Shield GEO, an established global Employer of...

Africa Business Watch
Sep 29th, 2026
Pebl and Bay FC team up to show how great teams are built.

Pebl and Bay FC team up to show how great teams are built. Multi-year partnership unites two Bay Area organizations that believe great teams start with finding the best talent, wherever it is. PALO ALTO, Calif., Sept. 29, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) - Pebl, the AI-first global employment platform, today announced a multi-year partnership with Bay FC, the Bay Area's professional women's soccer team. The partnership is grounded in a shared belief: geography should never limit where talent is found or how great teams are built. "Bay FC's players and staff bring together talent, experiences and perspectives from around the world, making Pebl a natural partner for our club," said Bay FC President Bernard Gutmann. "Together we will create new experiences that bring fans, business leaders and our broader community closer to the club." "Football makes a simple truth visible: you don't build a winning team by limiting where you look for talent," said Françoise Brougher, CEO of Pebl. "That same idea drives Pebl every day. We help companies find, hire and support the right people, wherever they are. Bay FC brings that belief to life every time it takes the pitch." Pebl and Bay FC will introduce new content, fan experiences and community activations throughout the partnership. Additional details will be announced in the coming months. About Bay Football Club Bay Football Club (Bay FC) is the professional soccer franchise representing the Bay Area and the 14th team to join the National Women's Soccer League (NWSL). Bay FC was established in April 2023 and co-founded by USWNT legends Brandi Chastain, Leslie Osborne, Danielle Slaton, and Aly Wagner in partnership with global investment firm Sixth Street and an investor group of leading tech, business and sports executives. Sixth Street's investment is the largest institutional investment to date in a women's professional sports franchise. Bay FC is changing the face of women's soccer as we know it. The Club began play in the 2024 season. Tickets are now on sale for Bay FC at BayFC.com and fans can follow Bay FC's social channels (@wearebayfc) for the latest news, merchandise, and events. About Pebl Pebl is the AI-first leader in global employment, with the leading platform built on a decade of local knowledge and compliance expertise. Pebl helps companies quickly hire and easily pay and manage talent in 185+ countries with real-time AI guidance. Alfie, Pebl's embedded AI workforce agent, transforms HR conversations into completed actions across hiring, approvals, reporting and workforce operations. Holding more employment licenses than any other employer of record and trusted by thousands of businesses - from Fortune 500 companies to high-growth startups - Pebl is consistently recognized as a leading EOR provider by analysts and has been rated #1 for compliance on G2. With Pebl, companies everywhere can hire great talent anywhere. To learn more, visit hellopebl.com. Legal Disclaimer: EIN Presswire provides this news content "as is" without warranty of any kind. We do not accept any responsibility or liability for the accuracy, content, images, videos, licenses, completeness, legality, or reliability of the information contained in this article. If you have any complaints or copyright issues related to this article, kindly contact the author above.

TechRseries
Jun 9th, 2026
Pebl reshapes leadership team for next stage of growth.

Pebl reshapes leadership team for next stage of growth. Former Remote executive Patrick McKelvie joins Pebl as CRO amid broader leadership realignment across revenue, operations, and people. As demand grows for faster, more flexible global hiring solutions, Pebl, the AI-first global employment platform, is evolving its leadership structure to create tighter alignment across revenue, operations, legal, and people teams. As part of the transition, Pebl Founder Ben Wright will step away from day-to-day operational responsibilities at the end of May and return full-time to his role as Chairman, where he will remain actively involved in the company's long-term strategy and growth. Wright returned to Pebl in 2025 to help guide a critical transformation period across the business and Go-to-Market organization. During that time, he helped strengthen the company's revenue organization, sharpen execution following a rebrand, and support the recruitment of Pebl's next generation of leadership. The company entered 2026 with strong momentum, delivering 40% growth during the first quarter. "Ben stepped back into the business at an important moment for Pebl and helped bring focus, structure, and momentum across the organization," said Pebl CEO Francoise Brougher. "His leadership helped strengthen our go-to-market organization, recruit exceptional leaders, and position the company for its next stage of growth. We're grateful for his partnership and excited to build on that foundation as we enter this next chapter." Pebl also announced the appointment of Patrick McKelvie as Chief Revenue Officer. McKelvie, who previously held senior leadership roles at Remote, will lead the company's Sales and Partnerships organization as Pebl continues building a more disciplined and integrated Go-to-Market organization. McKelvie's appointment underscores Pebl's growing momentum and its ability to attract experienced leadership from across the global HR and technology market. "What stood out to me about Pebl is that the company understands where the global hiring market is headed and what employers need next," said Patrick McKelvie. "There's a strong foundation here and a real opportunity to help drive the next chapter of the category." The company also announced that Dutta Satadip is expanding his responsibilities and will take on the role of Chief Business Officer, bringing Operations and Go-to-Market functions closer together under a more unified structure built around the full customer lifecycle. In addition, Shawn McIntire will assume the expanded role of Chief Legal and People Officer, aligning legal, compliance, and people operations as Pebl continues to expand its global employment platform. The leadership changes come as companies increasingly look for faster, more technology-driven ways to hire, manage, and support talent across borders. [To share your insights with us, please write to [email protected]]

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May 28th, 2025
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