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Yahoo
30-06-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
UKG Named Official HR, Payroll, and Workforce Management Technology Partner of the LPGA
A major step forward in championing staff who take care of athletes, tournaments, and fans LOWELL, Mass. & WESTON, Fla., June 30, 2025--(BUSINESS WIRE)--The Ladies Professional Golf Association (LPGA) and UKG announced today a multi-year partnership to make UKG the official human resources (HR), payroll, and workforce management technology partner of the LPGA. Powered by AI and the world's largest collection of people, work data, and employee sentiment data, UKG technology creates great workplace experiences and drives better business outcomes for 80,000+ organizations worldwide. The LPGA is implementing the UKG Ready® HR, payroll, and workforce management suite to manage its staff of nearly 200 employees worldwide. This centralized UKG Ready hub for workforce data and insights will bolster operational efficiency and inform strategic business decisions in support of the LPGA's staff, athletes, and guest experiences. "The LPGA is proud to announce UKG as our official human resources, payroll, and workforce management technology partner," said Liz Moore, interim LPGA commissioner. "In addition to being the number one workforce management provider in the world, UKG's commitment to supporting the growth of women's sports makes them the clear choice as our partner to support our people. We are excited to work with UKG and their cutting-edge solutions to propel the LPGA to new heights in business and in sports." The main objectives of the partnership include, but are not limited, to: Helping the LPGA provide an exceptional employee experience Boosting business efficiency with access to real-time data and insights in the AI-first UKG Ready suite Creating a welcoming and empowering environment for women in the game of golf and business Increasing brand awareness Strengthening relationships with current and prospective UKG customers and stakeholders "The LPGA has long been a beacon of empowerment for women in sports, showcasing their talent, resilience, and leadership on a global stage — and we share that same commitment to fostering environments where everyone can thrive," said Rachel Barger, president, go-to-market at UKG. "At UKG, we believe in the transformative power of technology to create inclusive and supportive workplaces that drive productivity and positively impact customers and patrons. The UKG Ready suite will help the LPGA manage its workforce more efficiently and effectively, allowing the organization to focus on doing what it does best: empowering women both on and off the golf course and inspiring future generations." UKG's history of success in helping professional sports teams manage the complexities of their on-the-move workforces was a significant factor in the LPGA's decision to partner with the technology provider. The UKG Ready suite will help the LPGA ensure compliance with labor laws and tax regulations in 29 states where employees are located, as well as automate all aspects of the employee lifecycle, from hiring and onboarding to payroll and performance management. UKG Bryte™ AI will additionally revolutionize operations with personalized workforce insights and conversational reporting, while the UKG Great Place To Work® Hub will provide access to critical employee sentiment benchmarking and actionable insights to help foster a positive workplace culture. "We're thrilled about the transformative impact UKG will have on the LPGA and our employee experience," said Samantha Simmons, chief people and internal operations officer at LPGA. "UKG technology not only aligns with our goals of being a worldwide leader in sports and a top employer of choice, but this partnership also represents a monumental step forward in our commitment to taking care of the people who support our athletes, members, tournaments, and fans worldwide." Supporting Resources Learn more about UKG and why our purpose is people. Hear how UKG is helping organizations of all sizes build great workplaces. Follow UKG on Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, TikTok, X, and YouTube. About UKG At UKG, our purpose is people. We are on a mission to inspire every organization to become a great place to work through HCM technology built for all. More than 80,000 organizations across all sizes, industries, and geographies trust UKG HR, payroll, and workforce management cloud solutions to drive great workplace experiences and make better, more confident people and business decisions. With the world's largest collection of people data, work data, and employee sentiment data, combined with rich experience using artificial intelligence in the service of people, we connect employee and workforce insights with business outcomes to show what's possible when organizations invest in their people. To learn more, visit About the LPGA The Ladies Professional Golf Association (LPGA) is the world's premier women's professional golf organization. Created in 1950 by 13 pioneering female Founders, the LPGA, whose Members now represent nearly 40 countries, is the longest-standing professional women's sports organization. Through the LPGA Tour, the Epson Tour, the LPGA Professionals, and a joint venture with the Ladies European Tour, the LPGA provides female professionals the opportunity to pursue their dreams in the game of golf at the highest level. In addition to its professional tours and teaching accreditation programs, the LPGA features a fully integrated Foundation, which provides best-in-class programming for female golfers through its junior golf programming, and its LPGA Amateurs division, which offers its members playing and learning opportunities around the world. The LPGA aims to use its unique platform to inspire, transform and advance opportunities for girls and women, on and off the golf course. Follow the LPGA online at and download its mobile apps on Apple or Google Play. Join the social conversation on Facebook, X (formerly known as Twitter), Instagram and YouTube. About the LPGA Tour The LPGA Tour is the world's leading competitive destination for the best female professional golfers in the world. The Tour hosts more than 32 annual events across 12 countries for over 200 athletes, awarding total prize funds exceeding $129 million and reaching television audiences in more than 220 countries. Follow the LPGA Tour on its U.S. television home, Golf Channel. Copyright 2025 UKG Inc. All rights reserved. For a full list of UKG trademarks, please visit All other trademarks, if any, are property of their respective owners. All specifications are subject to change. View source version on Contacts UKG Contact: media@ LPGA Contact: Error in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data
National Post
30-06-2025
- Business
- National Post
One Model Named "Ethical AI Solution of the Year" in 2025 AI Breakthrough Awards
Article content AUSTIN, Texas — One Model, the People Analytics platform trusted by enterprise HR teams, today announced that it has been named 'Ethical AI Solution of the Year' in the 8th annual AI Breakthrough Awards. The program, which received more than 5,000 nominations from 20+ countries, honors the top companies, products, and leaders in AI around the world. Article content Article content 'We've built our platform on the idea that AI should be transparent, usable, and grounded in reality,' said Chris Butler, CEO of One Model. Built for Today's CHRO Article content CHROs are facing complex demands—shrinking budgets, increasing scrutiny, and the need to make sensitive workforce decisions with speed and precision. For them, ethical AI isn't a bonus. It's the baseline. Transparent, defensible data is the only way to earn trust with their teams, peers, and boards. That's exactly what One Model was built to deliver. Article content What Sets One Model Apart Article content One Model turns messy, siloed workforce data into structured insight that HR teams can actually use. It provides full transparency into every model, variable, and recommendation—so users can see how predictions are made, and why. No black boxes. No guesswork. Article content With One AI Recipes, HR teams can build predictive models step-by-step using intuitive templates. They can adjust for variables like tenure, performance, geography, or demographics—all without needing data science expertise. And with One AI Assistant, a generative tool, HR leaders can uncover trends, spot outliers, and get fast, tailored recommendations from their own data—without waiting on a dashboard or a data team. Article content A Commitment to Transparency Article content 'We've built our platform on the idea that AI should be transparent, usable, and grounded in reality,' said Chris Butler, CEO of One Model. 'This award is a reflection of that philosophy—and of our belief that HR leaders deserve clear, defensible answers to the hardest people questions. That's what we're here to continue delivering.' Article content Industry Recognition Article content 'One Model sets itself apart by addressing the challenges faced by HR professionals with its flexible, transparent, and accessible AI-powered people analytics platform. One of the biggest challenges in adopting AI for HR is fragmented workforce data across systems. Most AI solutions rely on generalized data and obscure models, resulting in insights that don't align with specific organizational needs,' said Steve Johansson, managing director at AI Breakthrough. 'Through data transparency, ethical AI, and customizable, user-friendly tools, One Model is revolutionizing people analytics. It empowers HR professionals to make informed decisions with confidence, driving real business outcomes.' Article content About the AI Breakthrough Awards Article content The AI Breakthrough Awards program highlights excellence across a broad set of categories, including Generative AI, NLP, AIOps, Agentic AI, Robotics, and industry-specific applications. Now in its eighth year, the awards shine a spotlight on the companies shaping the future of artificial intelligence. Article content About One Model Article content One Model helps organizations unlock the full value of their workforce data. The platform combines secure data orchestration, advanced analytics, machine learning, and narrative storytelling to drive smarter, faster decisions. To learn more, visit Article content About AI Breakthrough Article content Part of Tech Breakthrough, a leading market intelligence and recognition platform for global technology innovation and leadership, the AI Breakthrough Awards program is devoted to honoring excellence in Artificial Intelligence technologies, services, companies and products. The AI Breakthrough Awards provide public recognition for the achievements of AI companies and products in categories including Generative AI, Machine Learning, AI Platforms, Robotics, Business Intelligence, AI Hardware, Computer Vision and more. For more information visit Article content Tech Breakthrough LLC does not endorse any vendor, product or service depicted in our recognition programs, and does not advise technology users to select only those vendors with award designations. Tech Breakthrough LLC recognition consists of the opinions of the Tech Breakthrough LLC organization and should not be construed as statements of fact. Tech Breakthrough LLC disclaims all warranties, expressed or implied, with respect to this recognition program, including any warranties of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose. Article content Article content Article content Article content
Associated Press
30-06-2025
- Business
- Associated Press
One Model Named 'Ethical AI Solution of the Year' in 2025 AI Breakthrough Awards
AUSTIN, Texas--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Jun 30, 2025-- One Model, the People Analytics platform trusted by enterprise HR teams, today announced that it has been named 'Ethical AI Solution of the Year' in the 8th annual AI Breakthrough Awards. The program, which received more than 5,000 nominations from 20+ countries, honors the top companies, products, and leaders in AI around the world. This press release features multimedia. View the full release here: One Model wins Ethical AI Solution making HR Teams feel confident in using AI. Built for Today's CHRO CHROs are facing complex demands—shrinking budgets, increasing scrutiny, and the need to make sensitive workforce decisions with speed and precision. For them, ethical AI isn't a bonus. It's the baseline. Transparent, defensible data is the only way to earn trust with their teams, peers, and boards. That's exactly what One Model was built to deliver. What Sets One Model Apart One Model turns messy, siloed workforce data into structured insight that HR teams can actually use. It provides full transparency into every model, variable, and recommendation—so users can see how predictions are made, and why. No black boxes. No guesswork. With One AI Recipes, HR teams can build predictive models step-by-step using intuitive templates. They can adjust for variables like tenure, performance, geography, or demographics—all without needing data science expertise. And with One AI Assistant, a generative tool, HR leaders can uncover trends, spot outliers, and get fast, tailored recommendations from their own data—without waiting on a dashboard or a data team. A Commitment to Transparency 'We've built our platform on the idea that AI should be transparent, usable, and grounded in reality,' said Chris Butler, CEO of One Model. 'This award is a reflection of that philosophy—and of our belief that HR leaders deserve clear, defensible answers to the hardest people questions. That's what we're here to continue delivering.' Industry Recognition 'One Model sets itself apart by addressing the challenges faced by HR professionals with its flexible, transparent, and accessible AI-powered people analytics platform. One of the biggest challenges in adopting AI for HR is fragmented workforce data across systems. Most AI solutions rely on generalized data and obscure models, resulting in insights that don't align with specific organizational needs,' said Steve Johansson, managing director at AI Breakthrough. 'Through data transparency, ethical AI, and customizable, user-friendly tools, One Model is revolutionizing people analytics. It empowers HR professionals to make informed decisions with confidence, driving real business outcomes.' About the AI Breakthrough Awards The AI Breakthrough Awards program highlights excellence across a broad set of categories, including Generative AI, NLP, AIOps, Agentic AI, Robotics, and industry-specific applications. Now in its eighth year, the awards shine a spotlight on the companies shaping the future of artificial intelligence. About One Model One Model helps organizations unlock the full value of their workforce data. The platform combines secure data orchestration, advanced analytics, machine learning, and narrative storytelling to drive smarter, faster decisions. To learn more, visit About AI Breakthrough Part of Tech Breakthrough, a leading market intelligence and recognition platform for global technology innovation and leadership, the AI Breakthrough Awards program is devoted to honoring excellence in Artificial Intelligence technologies, services, companies and products. The AI Breakthrough Awards provide public recognition for the achievements of AI companies and products in categories including Generative AI, Machine Learning, AI Platforms, Robotics, Business Intelligence, AI Hardware, Computer Vision and more. For more information visit Tech Breakthrough LLC does not endorse any vendor, product or service depicted in our recognition programs, and does not advise technology users to select only those vendors with award designations. Tech Breakthrough LLC recognition consists of the opinions of the Tech Breakthrough LLC organization and should not be construed as statements of fact. Tech Breakthrough LLC disclaims all warranties, expressed or implied, with respect to this recognition program, including any warranties of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose. View source version on CONTACT: Shiann Weiss [email protected] KEYWORD: UNITED STATES NORTH AMERICA CANADA TEXAS INDUSTRY KEYWORD: SOFTWARE DATA ANALYTICS HUMAN RESOURCES ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE DATA MANAGEMENT PROFESSIONAL SERVICES TECHNOLOGY SECURITY SOURCE: One Model Copyright Business Wire 2025. PUB: 06/30/2025 07:30 AM/DISC: 06/30/2025 07:31 AM
Wamda
19-06-2025
- Business
- Wamda
Algerian startup Talenteo raises six-figure round backed by 216 Capital
Algeria-based HRTech Talenteo has raised an undisclosed investment from 216 Capital. Founded in 2022 by Tarik Metnani and Louai Djaffer, Talenteo offers a comprehensive SaaS platform for human resources and payroll management tailored to the unique needs of African SMEs and midsized companies. The new six-figure investment will support Talenteo's entry into Tunisia, accelerate product development, and fuel expansion across Francophone Africa. Press release: Tunisia-based venture capital firm 216 Capital has announced a strategic investment in Talenteo, an HR Tech startup founded in Algeria. Talenteo offers a comprehensive SaaS platform for human resources and payroll management tailored to the unique needs of African SMEs and mid-sized companies (ETIs). This investment marks a significant step in Talenteo's journey toward becoming a key digital HR player across the continent. By 2030, Africa is projected to host more than 1 billion working-age individuals, making it the largest talent pool globally. With over 80% of jobs created by SMEs and ETIs, efficient HR and payroll management is critical for performance, compliance, and competitiveness. Talenteo addresses this challenge with a solution designed specifically for the realities of African markets. Already trusted by 150+ companies and over 10,000 active users, Talenteo's platform combines AI, local legal frameworks, and process automation to streamline: Employee administration Time and payroll management Talent development Regulatory compliance The platform helps HR teams reduce time spent on repetitive tasks while enhancing strategic decision-making in a rapidly evolving legal and economic landscape. 'We believe company success stems from investing in people,' said Louai Djaffer, CEO of Talenteo. 'Talenteo was built to help African businesses digitalise their HR processes in support of growth and impact.' Fueling Pan-African Growth with New Investment The six-figure round, led by 216 Capital, will enable Talenteo to: 'Talenteo is the kind of innovation we aim to support — locally rooted, scalable, and built to meet the operational realities of African enterprises,' said Dhekra Khelifi, Partner at 216 Capital Ventures.
Yahoo
16-06-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Pipefy Brings AI Agents to Its Solution for HR Teams
AI Agents enable organizations to leverage HR Service Delivery, Recruitment and Compensation SAN FRANCISCO, June 16, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Pipefy, a leading process management and AI platform, today announced that it is bringing AI Agents to its solution for HR teams. Pipefy AI Agents for HR are ideal for HR service delivery and automating HR processes such as recruitment, compensation, along with training and development. With these AI Agents, HR professionals are able to automate repetitive tasks, enabling them to focus on more strategic activities. Pipefy's AI Agents run HR workflows autonomously, adapt decisions in real time, and deliver precise, rapid outcomes—without compromising control or compliance. Uses for Pipefy AI Agents for HR include: Resume screening and qualifications agent: Automatically extract and evaluate resume information to identify qualified candidates. Candidate ranking and evaluation agent: Rank candidates based on predefined criteria and historical hiring data. Employee feedback and engagement analyzer: Collect and consolidate employee feedback in real-time from multiple channels. Process vacation requests: Speeds processing of vacation requests. 'When vacation requests are made in person or via email, it's common for them to be forgotten or pushed to the bottom of the priority list,' said Daniela Catalan, CHRO at Pipefy. 'That changes when HR teams use AI Agents, as they immediately recognize who the employee is, how many days off were requested, and forward the request directly to the manager for approval. It may seem like a simple task, but it creates a significant time-saving impact for the teams.' Pipefy also unveiled its Bring Your Own LLM (Large Language Model) feature, allowing companies to integrate custom or third-party generative AI providers into the Pipefy platform, providing a new level of flexibility. For HR processes it also means that a company can use a custom model trained on internal HR policies to send personalized messages, create onboarding schedules and answer specific questions. Pipefy has mapped over 200 active AI Agents that are helping simplify the lives of HR professionals by automating processes. 'Pipefy AI Agents bring a new level of performance to HR, helping the department truly become strategic by leveraging AI for operational and repetitive tasks—while maintaining the vital role of human involvement and oversight in guiding this technology,'added Catalan. About Pipefy Pipefy is a global Artificial Intelligence platform that orchestrates autonomous AI Agents, transforming the way companies manage processes, optimize workflows and democratize access to advanced technology. Founded in 2015 in the city of Curitiba, Brazil, and also based in San Francisco, Pipefy serves companies in more than 150 countries and has positioned itself as an expert in solutions that integrate artificial intelligence in an accessible and practical way. For more media information, contact:Lisa Hendrickson, LCH Communications for Pipefylisa@
