Interview Questions for Kaarel Holm, CEO of MeetFrank

In the heart of Estonia, a country renowned for its advanced digital infrastructure and supportive environment for startups, a new recruitment platform named MeetFrank is making waves. Based in Tallinn, this innovative platform uses machine learning to connect employers with potential candidates across various locations and functions.

Established two and a half years ago, MeetFrank was born out of a gap in the market for talent-based recruitment websites. Its unique idea is to help individuals be part of the job market, identify their market value, and build up confidence without revealing their identity as job seekers.

The platform's recommendation engine works by asking users about their daily activities in their current workplace. This information is then used to match job postings anonymously, helping to increase career options for its users and lower the workload for individuals.

MeetFrank does not make offers or target users based on gender, age, or origin, promoting diversity in recruitment. The platform's AI-powered chatbot, Frank, interacts with users to recommend suitable job offers and opportunities.

The platform distinguishes between active and passive job seekers, with 80% of its user base being passive job seekers who make just 1.2 applications annually. This anonymity on the platform helps passive job seekers keep an eye on the labor market and weigh their options without their current employer finding out about their job search.

MeetFrank's approach is to base matches between individuals and companies on aspirations rather than location preferences. Its goal is to find the perfect position for a user, regardless of location, by recommending the perfect company.

Estonia's success as a hub for disruptive businesses is due to its supportive environment, entrepreneurial mindset, and the necessity for companies to plan for global expansion from the start due to its small market size. Companies involved in Estonia's development of disruptive business areas include leading tech startups like Skype, TransferWise (now Wise), and Bolt, which pioneered innovations in communication, fintech, and mobility sectors respectively.

By using machine learning and AI, MeetFrank is helping to bridge the gap between employers and job seekers, making the recruitment process more efficient and accessible for all. With its unique approach to anonymity and aspirational matching, MeetFrank is truly revolutionising the recruitment landscape.