Founded in March 2023, Forward provides Ace Job, a software service that combines AI-generated scout messages, automated candidate extraction, and human judgment to streamline direct recruiting. The platform supports end-to-end hiring workflows, from sourcing to partial automation of document screening, enabling even small teams without dedicated HR staff to build repeatable hiring processes. In a published case study, business video media PIVOT achieved 100 candidate interviews and six hires within four months while attaining a 30 % response rate—six times higher than typical job boards—by using Ace Job. Forward differentiates itself through the precision of its AI-assisted scouting and the improved candidate experience it delivers. The company plans to invest newly raised funds in expanding its sales, customer success, product, and marketing teams, as well as in building a partner channel. Forward’s cumulative capital raised now totals ¥640 million, which will support continued product enhancement and go-to-market scaling.

Total raised

$3M

Funding rounds

2

Latest round

Series A

Latest activity

Nov 2025