Handshake was created to ensure that all college students have equal access to meaningful careers. They have an extensive network of university and employer partners which has left an impact on students, making Handshake a leading early career community in the US. This company was founded by Ben Christensen, Garrett Lord, and Scott Ringwelski in 2013 and is headquartered in San Francisco, CA.
Handshake is a private company and not publicly traded.
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Handshake has not yet filed for an IPO. However, it's important to note that IPOs are not the sole avenue for a private company to transition to public trading. Private companies can also go public through alternative methods such as but limited to Special Purpose Acquisition Companies (SPACs), direct listings, or through mergers and acquisitions. Find out which companies are eyeing an IPO on our Tech IPO Calendar 2024.
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Yes, you can seek to sell shares in Handshake while it remains private. If you are considering selling, you can register today for free to get started. Once registered, a Private Market Specialist will guide you through any questions you might have. You may also continue to browse through our resources to help you understand the implications and procedures involved in selling your private market shares.
Date | Funding Round | Funding Raised | Price per Share | Last Known Valuation |
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1/19/2022 | Series F |
$210MM raised | $XXX.XX | $XXX.XX |
5/12/2021 | Series E |
$80MM raised | $XXX.XX | $XXX.XX |
11/22/2019 | Series D |
$80MM raised | $XXX.XX | $XXX.XX |
10/31/2018 | Series C |
$40MM raised | $XXX.XX | $XXX.XX |
11/17/2016 | Series B |
$20MM raised | $XXX.XX | $XXX.XX |
2/3/2016 | Series A |
$10.5MM raised | $XXX.XX | $XXX.XX |
3/15/2015 | Series Seed |
$4.34MM raised | $XXX.XX | $XXX.XX |