Forward, Inc
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Forward, Inc - overview
Established
2023
Location
Tokyo, Tokyo, Japan
Primary Industry
Software
About
Founded in 2023 and based in Tokyo, Japan, Forward Inc. operates as a software company that offers human resources technology solutions. Forward provides artificial intelligence-powered solutions for individuals and businesses to streamline their recruitment process. Founded in 2023 and based in Tokyo, Japan, Forward Co.
, Ltd. operates as a software company that offers human resources technology solutions. In April 2026, Forward, Inc raised JPY 200 million in venture debt funding from Hokkoku Bank, Mizuho Bank and Japan Finance Corporation. The products and solutions offered by the company include Ace Job, a SaaS platform that utilizes generative AI to streamline and enhance the work of recruiters; Skill Forward, a seminar service that helps job seekers acquire high-demand skills; Resume Forward, a service that utilizes a LINE chatbot to guide individuals in crafting resumes tailored to their target industry and Career Forward, a chatbot service that offers free career aptitude tests and personalized career counseling.
In April 2026, Forward, Inc raised JPY 200 million in venture debt funding from Hokkoku Bank, Mizuho Bank and Japan Finance Corporation. The company plans to use the April 2026 fundings to support its business operations and strengthen its financial position.
Current Investors
JAFCO Group, Mitsubishi UFJ Capital, UNITED
Primary Industry
Software
Sub Industries
Consulting Services, Human Resources Services, HR & Workforce Software
Website
https://forward-career.jp
Verticals
Artificial Intelligence, Cloud Computing
Company Stage
Series A
Total Amount Raised
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Forward, Inc - deals
| Deals Type | Deal Status | Target (s) | Deal Date | Investor(s) | Seller(s) | Deal size (Mn) | Enterprise value (Mn) | Post-money valuation (Mn) | EBITDA multiple (x) | Revenue multiple (x) | Lead partner (s) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Add-on, Corporate Carve Out | Completed | PORT Inc.'s Recruitment services business. | - |
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Forward, Inc - employee data
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