Company Snapshot

• Year Founded: 2007
• Headquarters Location: Austin, Texas
• Ownership: Private
• Key Executives: Clint Smith (Founder \& CEO), Jenny Leman (President)
• Number of Locations: Serves over 600 franchise brands and 60,000+ business owners; operates primarily remote
• Public Contact: (512) 579-0164, info@careerplug.com

Company Overview

CareerPlug provides easy-to-use recruiting and applicant tracking software designed for franchise systems and small businesses, focusing on simplifying hiring for leaders who are not HR professionals. Their mission centers on empowering organizations to hire and retain the right people, supporting long-term growth and team success across multi-location franchise networks and independent operators.

Services Offered

• Applicant tracking system (ATS) tailored for franchises and small businesses
• Built-in hiring templates, workflows, and onboarding tools
• Automated scheduling, communication, and interview management
• Centralized storage for personnel documents and digital onboarding

Value Proposition

• Industry Specialization: Strong focus on franchise brands as well as member-based organizations; clients span QSR, fitness, retail, and service sectors.
• Key Benefits: Simplifies and standardizes hiring across locations, enhances applicant flow and retention, and reduces time-to-hire with automation and support resources.
• Franchise Expertise: Serves over 600 franchise brands and regularly publishes industry-specific hiring research, e-books, and resources tailored to franchisors; notable franchise clients include Planet Fitness, FASTSIGNS, and Firehouse Subs.