In this episode of The Chad and Cheese podcast, Noelle London, founder and CEO of Illoominus, discusses her AI-powered people intelligence platform designed to integrate and analyze HR data. She shares insights on the challenges of dirty data, the importance of strategic partnerships, and the competitive landscape in HR technology. The conversation also covers funding strategies, the role of Techstars, and how Illoominus aims to provide actionable insights for HR leaders to make informed decisions. Chapters00:00 Introduction to Illoominus and Noelle London03:36 Pitching Illuminus: The AI-Powered People Intelligence Platform08:10 Funding and Growth: Navigating the Financial Landscape12:35 Understanding the HR Tech Landscape and Leadership14:31 Data Integration: The Key to Effective HR Solutions17:02 Competition in the HR Tech Space20:43 Sales and Marketing Strategies for Growth24:11 Defining Quality of Hire: A Complex Challenge26:30 Direct Sales vs. Partnerships: Future Strategies28:59 Identifying Threats and Opportunities in the Market31:32 Facing the Firing Squad: Final Thoughts and Insights

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Firing Squad Illoominus' Noelle London

Everything people and workforce—recruiting, marketing, technology, talent management, and workforce economics—delivered with biting sarcasm and unapologetic snark. Industry misfits Chad Sowash and Joel Cheesman bring their no-holds-barred opinions to dissect news, trends, and the occasional dumpster fire. If you’re a hiring company, staffing firm, or vendor looking for insights (and a thick skin), these two won’t just tell you what’s happening—they’ll tell you why you’re probably doing it wrong. Buckle up, buttercup.