The Story Behind Löytöi
Even in today's employer-friendly market, finding the right talent remains surprisingly challenging. While companies are flooded with applications, this abundance creates an illusion of choice. The reality? Many of the best potential fits aren't actively looking at job postings - they're staying put, favoring stability in uncertain times.
What's with the name?
If you're wondering about the name (and how to pronounce it!), Löytöi is our little wordplay with Finnish. It combines 'löydä' (find) and 'töitä' (work), creating something that sounds like 'löytyi' (being found). Pretty fitting for a platform that helps great people and great companies find each other through trusted professional connections, right?
Why is it needed?
Here's the thing - after years in talent acquisition, we kept seeing the same pattern: companies are drowning in applications (thanks, AI!), while the really great candidates are often hidden in professional networks and/or not scanning job boards.
Most companies already know this. That's why they have internal referral programs. But here's what we realised - why limit these programs to just your own employees? What if we could extend this trust-based approach to include all the amazing recruiters and professionals with valuable networks they've built over the years?
…And the solution is pretty straightforward: companies post their roles and set a reward, professional recruiters and other experts recommend candidates they genuinely believe in, and everyone wins when there's a match. No upfront costs, no complexity - just trusted introductions and fair rewards for successful hires.
Who's Behind it?
Löytöi is founded by Akram Mimouni and Saku Tihveräinen. We are two professionals who share a deep understanding of how recruitment works and a desire to turn it inside out, for the benefit of everyone involved.
Together, we've seen firsthand how the best hires often come through trusted connections and professional networks. With Löytöi, we're building the platform we wish existed: one that rewards professionals for sharing their expertise and networks while helping companies find exceptional talent through trusted endorsements.
Right now, the team is starting focused and small, perfecting our approach before thinking about expansion. As a lean founding team, every user gets direct attention and every piece of feedback shapes how the platform grows.
Our Principles Are Simple
Trust matters more than anything
Keep it transparent (like this page!)
Focus on quality over quantity
Make sure everyone wins
