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RallyPoint is a technology company.
RallyPoint operates as a specialized online professional network designed exclusively for the United States military community. It provides a platform where active duty service members, veterans, and their civilian allies can connect, share experiences, and access resources. The network facilitates career advancement opportunities, peer-to-peer support, and mentorship, aiming to empower its users through dedicated social and professional infrastructure.
The company was co-founded in 2012 by Aaron Kletzing and Yinon Weiss, both military veterans, while they were attending Harvard Business School. Their foundational insight stemmed from recognizing a significant need for a dedicated digital space where the military community could bridge the gaps in communication, professional development, and camaraderie often experienced during and after service. Their combined experiences informed the development of a tailored online environment.
The platform serves a diverse user base comprising active military personnel, reservists, national guard members, and military veterans seeking connection and support. RallyPoint’s overarching mission is to build and sustain a robust professional and social network that strengthens the military community. It aspires to become the essential online destination for military members to navigate their careers and transitions effectively, fostering a strong, interconnected professional identity.
RallyPoint has raised $11.6M across 4 funding rounds.
RallyPoint has raised $11.6M in total across 4 funding rounds.
RallyPoint is a social networking platform for military service members, veterans, and their families. Founded in 2012, it serves as the largest online community tailored to this audience, offering peer-to-peer networking, mentorship, job placement, counseling, and career development tools. The platform solves the unique challenges of military transitions by connecting users with tailored job listings, reconnecting old contacts, and bridging gaps between veterans and employers, with reported revenue of $7.7 million and $12 million in total funding across four rounds.[1][5][7]
It has demonstrated growth through partnerships like Zeta Global for enhanced personalization and support, positioning it as a key resource for over a million users in the military ecosystem.[5]
RallyPoint was founded in 2012 by military veterans Yinon Weiss and Aaron Kletzing while they were students at Harvard Business School.[1] The idea emerged from their shared experiences in the military, aiming to create a dedicated space for service members to connect, seek advice, and navigate post-service life—addressing gaps in existing networks like LinkedIn that lacked military-specific context.[5][7]
Early traction came from its patent-pending technology for career matching and networking, quickly establishing it as a go-to platform. Pivotal moments include raising $12 million in funding and expanding features for job searches and mentorship, solidifying its role in veteran support.[5][7]
RallyPoint rides the trend of niche professional social networks amid rising demand for veteran support in a post-9/11 era with millions transitioning to civilian life. Timing aligns with growing corporate focus on diversity hiring and ESG initiatives, where military talent is prized for leadership and discipline—market forces like talent shortages in tech and defense-adjacent sectors amplify its relevance.[5]
It influences the ecosystem by powering employer-veteran connections, enhancing recruitment pipelines, and integrating with tools like AWS for scalability, while partnerships expand its reach into marketing and HR tech.[4][5]
RallyPoint is poised for expansion through AI enhancements in matching and personalization, potentially deepening integrations with HR platforms and enterprise tools. Trends like remote work, veteran entrepreneurship, and Web3 career networks could shape its path, evolving it into a full-spectrum military career hub.
As the premier military network, it stands to amplify its impact, tying back to its veteran-led roots in empowering successful post-service lives.[5][7]
RallyPoint has raised $11.6M in total across 4 funding rounds.
RallyPoint's investors include Asset Management Ventures, Blumberg Capital, DBL Partners, Jill Preotle.
RallyPoint has raised $11.6M across 4 funding rounds. Most recently, it raised $5.0M Series B in December 2015.
| Date | Round | Lead Investors | Other Investors | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dec 1, 2015 | $5M Series B | — | Asset Management Ventures, Blumberg Capital, Asset Management Ventures (amv), DBL Partners | Announced |
| Oct 1, 2013 | $5M Series A | DBL Partners | Asset Management Ventures, Blumberg Capital | Announced |
| Dec 19, 2012 | $1M Venture Round | — | — | Announced |
| Nov 13, 2012 | $550K Seed | — | Jill Preotle | Announced |