Talent IQ

SoftwareVC Interest
Toronto, Ontario

Founder Spotlight

Stephanie Martin, founders of Talent IQ

Stephanie Martin

Founders of Talent IQ

Meet the visionary leaders behind Talent IQ, driving innovation and growth in the software sector.

Based in Toronto, Ontario

$250K
Funding Goal
Yes
MVP Status
Software
Sector
✓
VC Interest

The Story

TalentIQ is an equity-centered hiring platform that replaces outdated résumé filters with explainable AI and our proprietary Equity Score™, measuring skills, context, and potential — not pedigree. Legacy hiring tools waste millions in mis-hires while excluding qualified talent. Our philosophy is clear: closing the gap in the workforce means closing the wage gap, the equity gap, and the training gap. Wasted time and money for employers erases opportunity for candidates who don’t fit the old mould. Built for the future of work, TalentIQ delivers stronger teams for employers and fairer opportunities for undiscovered talent.

Momentum

MVP developed, 30-50 HR/talent managers on the waitlist; launching working beta in fall’25

Business Intelligence

Business Model

3 tier SaaS model

Headquarters

Toronto, Ontario

Venture Capital Ready

This startup has attracted significant investor interest