Answer: recruited

AnswerCrossword Clue
RECRUITEDSigned up
RECRUITEDEnlisted new personnel.
recruitedEnlist (someone) in the armed forces
recruitedPersuade (someone) to do or assist in doing something
recruitedForm (an army or other force) by enlisting new people
recruitedRECRUIT, to enlist for military service
recruitedEnroll (someone) as a member or worker in an organization or as a supporter of a cause