First In: Early-Stage Insights on HR Tech’s Next Wave
September 17, 2025
Pitchfest Theater
Investor Experience
Early-stage investors are often the first to spot the signals of what’s next in HR technology. In this candid panel discussion, Donald Knight of Valor Ventures and Jason Corsello of Acadian Ventures share where they’re placing bets, what emerging trends they’re tracking, and how they evaluate founders and innovations in a rapidly evolving market. Whether you’re investing, operating, or building, this session offers a front-row seat to the future of HR tech—from those helping shape it early.
Session Type
Investor Experience
Learning Objective 1
Discover the key trends and signals early-stage investors are watching in the HR tech market.
Learning Objective 2
Learn how top investors evaluate emerging startups, teams, and technologies at the earliest stages.
Learning Objective 3
Understand the role of early-stage capital in shaping innovation and long-term market direction in HR tech.