Restoring trust
to hiring.
In a world where AI makes everyone look qualified on paper, we built a platform that surfaces who actually is. Through peer referrals, structured vouch sessions, and AI-powered assessment.
Hiring is broken.
Everyone knows it.
Companies spend 15 to 25 percent of a candidate's annual salary on recruiting agencies. Candidates use AI to polish resumes until everyone looks identical. The best hires still come through trusted referrals, but most companies only tap their own employees' limited networks.
The result: bad hires that cost 30 percent to 3x annual salary. Wasted time on both sides. And a shrinking pool of trusted candidates when companies need it most.
Human trust, amplified by AI.
We do not replace human judgment. We structure it, verify it, and scale it. Every candidate on ReferMe is vouched for by a real professional who stakes their reputation on the referral.
Structured peer referrals
Professionals refer candidates they know and trust. Every referral requires a mandatory 30-minute vouch session where the referrer provides structured, recorded insights about the candidate.
AI-powered vetting
Our AI analyses each vouch session across four pillars: Capability, Role Fit, Execution Signals, and Behaviour. It detects authenticity, depth, and red flags that humans might miss.
The Greenlight standard
Only the top 10 to 20 percent of assessed candidates earn Greenlight status. Companies see structured profiles with scores, signals, and referrer vouches instead of resumes.
Four pillars.
One standard of trust.
We do not just say a candidate is good. We say we are willing to stake our reputation on them. Greenlight status requires meeting the bar across all four pillars. No exceptions.
Candidates who do not meet the standard receive structured feedback identifying specific areas for improvement. They can re-enter the assessment process after 60 days with a new referral.
Capability
85/100Technical skills, domain knowledge, problem-solving ability
Role Fit
78/100Alignment with target role, experience relevance, seniority calibration
Execution Signals
82/100Track record, structured thinking, handling ambiguity under pressure
Behaviour and Trust
91/100Ownership mindset, coachability, cultural alignment, integrity
Built for every side of the hiring equation.
For Companies
Access pre-vetted talent at a fraction of agency costs. Greenlight Profiles replace resumes with structured, AI-scored assessments.
- 50 to 70 percent lower cost than agencies
- Higher quality candidates in your pipeline
- Pipeline analytics and cost savings tracking
- Only see candidates who meet the Greenlight bar
For Referrers
Monetise your professional network by referring candidates you genuinely believe in. Build a credibility score over time.
- Earn commissions on successful placements
- Credibility score grows with track record
- Offer paid 1-on-1 advisory sessions
- Your reputation becomes your asset
For Candidates
Get referred by people with real connections. Build a credibility profile that goes beyond what a resume can show.
- Access roles through trusted referrals
- Structured feedback on your assessment
- Greenlight status signals quality to employers
- Career advisory from industry insiders
Built by operators who have
been on both sides of hiring.
We have seen how companies hire, what breaks in the process, and why the best candidates often get overlooked. ReferMe exists because we believe hiring should reward quality, not volume.
Yoo Li Kim
Chief Executive Officer
Business development, partnerships, and investor relations
Boon Seng Ong
Chief Commercial and Operating Officer
Operations, strategy, and go-to-market execution
Ka Chee Ho
Chief Technology Officer
Platform architecture, data analytics, and AI systems
The companies that hire well do so through trusted referrals from people they know. We are making that accessible to everyone.
Ready to hire differently?
Whether you are a company looking for better talent, a professional who wants to monetise your network, or a candidate seeking your next role through trusted connections.