The Funke Media Group strengthens its commitment in the regional job board market and takes over the Munich Startup Everbay. Founded in 2020, the company offers AI-powered social recruiting solutions and is one of the emerging players in the German HR tech sector.
The team, led by the three founders Peter Kirchner, Matthias Oden, and Martin Plöckl, develops digital tools that support the entire recruiting process—from approaching potential candidates to coordinating interviews. Their in-house AI assistant, "Anna," handles tasks such as GDPR-compliant contact, data management, interviewing, and appointment scheduling. CTO Peter Kirchner explained:
"Our goal is to relieve HR professionals of their daily workload. They should be able to focus on what really matters: hiring the right people. We'll take care of the rest."
Everbay’s technological basis convinces Funke
At the heart of the acquisition is Everbay's proprietary technology. The AI analyzes the performance of ongoing social campaigns in real time and automatically decides on budget allocations. This allows the optimal channel mix to be dynamically compiled from platforms such as Meta, Google, or international networks.
"I'm delighted that we've been able to win the founders and team of Everbay for our plans. Everbay will help us move closer to our goal of a holistic, Germany-wide HR offering for corporate customers,"
says Alexander Pelka, CEO of the newly formed Regio-Jobgruppe within the Funke Media Group.
The Everbay founders also see the acquisition as an important step. COO Matthias Oden:
"Recruiting can't consist of isolated solutions if you want to be successful as an employer in the battle for talent today. Becoming part of a comprehensive, integrated offering is exactly what we wanted for Everbay."
And CSO Martin Plöckl added:
"We are pleased that we can now offer our customers even more efficient personnel search services thanks to the capabilities we have within the Funke Group. We will also be able to accelerate the further development of our product range."
The takeover The acquisition will be retroactive to the beginning of the year. Both parties have agreed to keep the purchase price confidential. The team of approximately ten people will remain based in Munich and will continue to operate as an independent brand under the Funke Group umbrella. The three founders will also retain their current roles as managing directors.
