There are several entities referred to as "Neo," including a hominin, a historical empire, a tech incubator, and companies offering HR solutions.
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Homo naledi: "Neo" is the nickname given to a partial skeleton of Homo naledi, an extinct species of ancient hominin. The skeleton was discovered in the Lesedi Chamber of the Rising Star Cave in South Africa. Paleoanthropologists estimate that Homo naledi existed at least 236,000 to 336,000 years ago.
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Neo-Babylonian Empire: Also known as the Chaldean Empire, it existed from 626 BC to 539 BC. It arose from the decline of the Neo-Assyrian Empire, with Babylon, under Nabopolassar, leading a successful rebellion. His son, Nebuchadnezzar II, ushered in a golden age, expanding the empire and undertaking ambitious building projects in Babylon, such as the Hanging Gardens. The Neo-Babylonians are known for their efficient administration, legal system, and advancements in mathematics and astronomy. The empire was conquered by Cyrus the Great of the Achaemenid Persian Empire in 539 BC.
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Neo (Tech Incubator): Neo is a tech incubator and venture capital firm that supports founders and tech leaders through its startup accelerator, recruiting platform, and mentorship community. Since 2017, Neo has funded 260 companies. Neo provides pre-seed and seed funding and also funds teams through the Neo Accelerator program. The company also offers a recruiting platform that helps connect individuals with startups.
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Neo People (HR Solutions): Neo People is a company that provides HR solutions to businesses, including talent acquisition, workforce planning, HR technology implementation, and employee development. Neo People offers HR technology solutions, such as human resources information systems (HRIS) and applicant tracking systems (ATS). Neo People Management was acquired by Supporting Education on November 2, 2022 and provides human resources and payroll services to businesses and schools across England.
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NeoPeople (HRMS): NeoPeople is a Human Resources Management System (HRMS) designed for small businesses. The platform offers features such as team management, time off tracking, time and attendance management, scheduling, and self-service tools. NeoPeople streamlines HR and payroll operations, making it possible to manage teams and process payroll digitally in one platform.