ABOUT US

At Hype HR, we bring together decades of combined experience in recruitment, talent strategy, and people operations to connect businesses with exceptional talent. Our team has successfully scaled start-ups, supported global brands, and navigated diverse industries, including adult, dating, iGaming, tech, and digital sectors.
What sets us apart is our hands-on expertise - from building recruitment agencies and leading global hiring strategies to driving people-focused culture initiatives. We understand that hiring isn’t just about filling roles; it’s about aligning skills, ambition, and culture to create lasting success for both candidates and companies.


At Hype HR, we bring together decades of combined experience in recruitment, talent strategy, and people operations to connect businesses with exceptional talent. Our team has successfully scaled start-ups, supported global brands, and navigated diverse industries, including adult, dating, iGaming, tech, and digital sectors.
What sets us apart is our hands-on expertise - from building recruitment agencies and leading global hiring strategies to driving people-focused culture initiatives. We understand that hiring isn’t just about filling roles; it’s about aligning skills, ambition, and culture to create lasting success for both candidates and companies.
With deep knowledge of markets across Europe, North America, and Latin America, Hype HR delivers a recruitment experience that is professional, discreet, and impactful, helping businesses grow and individuals thrive.


I began my career at Cendant, a Fortune 500 consumer marketing company, before helping Silicon Valley startups like GetSmart and Knowledge First scale their marketing teams. In 2010, I founded Hot Jobs Alert to serve the hiring needs of Adult and Dating companies worldwide.

For over 15 years, I’ve specialized in these industries, building strong relationships with key players and staying current through global conferences and events. Based in Chicago, I share my home with two rescue pups and stay active in the community through volunteering, softball, and pickleball.

EDDIE KREIDER

EDDIE KREIDER

PARTNER & CHIEF PARTNERSHIP OFFICER

EDDIE KREIDER

PARTNER & CHIEF PARTNERSHIP OFFICER

EDDIE KREIDER

PARTNER & CHIEF PARTNERSHIP OFFICER

EDGARS PODNIEKS

EDGARS PODNIEKS

PARTNER

EDGARS PODNIEKS

PARTNER

EDGARS PODNIEKS

PARTNER
With 19 years in recruitment, I’ve led large-scale temp operations in the UK and built a successful engineering recruitment company in the Netherlands. My focus has always been on efficiency, candidate experience, and quality results.

I believe recruitment should be the first choice for both companies and candidates, delivering value through expertise, innovation, and trust. At Hype HR, I bring this approach to the adult and dating sector—ensuring a professional, discreet, and high-quality process that connects top talent with the right opportunities.
As Director of Talent at Hype HR, I bring over 17 years of experience in global talent acquisition and people strategy. I’ve helped scale businesses and build high-performing teams across the iGaming, tech, and digital industries, with expertise spanning Europe, North America, and Latin America.

Passionate about strategic hiring, data-driven decision-making, and fostering lasting partnerships, I focus on driving growth and creating exceptional talent experiences.

CAROLINE BUTLER

CAROLINE BUTLER

CAROLINE BUTLER

DIRECTOR OF RECRUITMENT

CAROLINE BUTLER

DIRECTOR OF RECRUITMENT

LISA KNOESEN

DIRECTOR OF OPERATIONS AND CLIENT SUCCESS

LISA KNOESEN

DIRECTOR OF OPERATIONS AND CLIENT SUCCESS
With over 15 years in recruitment and HR, I’ve helped build and enhance People & Culture functions across corporates and start-ups. My expertise spans learning & development, reporting and metrics, and creating employee-centered environments where people can thrive.
For the past 6 years, I’ve worked remotely with global teams across the UK, France, Latvia, Poland, and Estonia—an experience that has shaped my ability to bring fresh, inclusive perspectives to HR. Passionate about aligning personal growth with business goals, I’ve led initiatives from performance management and succession planning to HR strategies that drive engagement and growth.
With over 7 years of experience in marketing and sales, I bring a results-driven perspective to talent acquisition. As a former agency founder, I understand the critical importance of sourcing and hiring top-tier talent. My background includes mentoring candidates in a franchise business, creating high-impact campaigns for Fortune 500 clients, and being recognized as a Top 1% Expert-Vetted advisor on Upwork.
Over the past two years, I’ve specialized in the adult, dating, and iGaming industries, focusing on connecting top talent with the right opportunities in the Ukrainian and Russian-speaking markets. At Hype HR, I use my diverse expertise to align candidates’ ambitions with company culture, ensuring long-term success.

Nick Yushchenko

Nick Yushchenko

Nick Yushchenko

Nick Yushchenko

MARKET SPECIALIST
MARKET SPECIALIST

BANJO & DRAKE

OFFICIAL VIBE CHECKERS

BANJO & DRAKE

OFFICIAL VIBE CHECKERS

BANJO & DRAKE

OFFICIAL VIBE CHECKERS

BANJO & DRAKE

OFFICIAL VIBE CHECKERS
Banjo brings over 5 years (35 in dog years) of expertise in boosting workplace morale through belly rub interventions, tennis ball strategies, and strategic nap demonstrations. Known for his stress-detection skills, he keeps the team balanced and joyful.

Drake specializes in non-verbal communication, door greeting, and maintaining office energy with tail wags and zoomies. His approach to workplace wellness has measurably lifted staff morale and reduced stress across the team.

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