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Industries
Consulting
Enterprise Software
Company Size
1,001-5,000
Company Stage
Series B
Total Funding
$41M
Headquarters
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
Founded
1997
Company Does Not Provide H1B Sponsorship
Guru.com is an online platform that connects businesses with freelancers across various fields such as programming, design, writing, and marketing. The platform allows clients to hire freelancers for specific tasks or ongoing projects, making it suitable for small businesses, startups, and large enterprises. Guru.com operates by facilitating project-based work and ensures secure transactions through its SafePay feature, which allows clients to create tasks, generate invoices, and make payments safely. Additionally, the platform includes WorkRooms, which provide a collaborative space for clients and freelancers to communicate and manage tasks. What sets Guru.com apart from its competitors is its strong workflow management tools and a high customer satisfaction rate of 99%. The company's goal is to create a reliable environment where businesses can easily find the right talent and freelancers can secure meaningful work opportunities.
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Paid Parental, Family & Medical Leave
Unlimited Paid Time Off
401(k) Retirement Plan
Wellness Program
Tuition Reimbursement
Remote Work Options
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Company Equity
NEW YORK, March 28, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The global freelance platforms market size is estimated to grow by USD 6.21 bn from 2024 to 2028, according to Technavio. The market is estimated to grow at a CAGR of 17.62% during the forecast period. Freelance platforms facilitate businesses in accessing a flexible, diverse talent pool of individuals with specialized skills, offering temporary workforce solutions. Employers post projects, and freelancers bid based on their profiles. Platforms charge transaction fees and handle payment processes, including currency exchange. Trust and uncertainty are addressed through ratings and reviews
In 2022, Guru launched Guayusa Tropical Punch organic energy drink, and Olipop, known for fiber and low-sugar soda, released Tropical Punch soda.
Top Performers - Elium, HelpCrunch, Helpjuice, Knowledge Powered Solutions, and Slite were awarded "Top Performer" honors.
DUBLIN, Aug. 29, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The "Freelance Platforms Market Size, Share & Trends Analysis Report By Component (Platform, Services), By End-user, By Application (Web & Graphic Design, Project Management), By Region, And Segment Forecasts, 2023-2030" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering.The global freelance platforms market is on track to achieve remarkable growth, with a projected value of USD 14.39 billion by 2030.The market is anticipated to expand at a robust Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) of 16.5% during the forecast period, according to a comprehensive report. The freelance platform sector serves as a bridge between businesses seeking skilled professionals and individuals seeking freelance opportunities. By facilitating the connection between these two parties, freelance platforms enable companies to post their workforce requirements while allowing freelancers to showcase their skills and experience through personalized profiles.Pandemic-Driven Shift to Remote WorkThe emergence of the COVID-19 pandemic brought about a transformation in the employment landscape, prompting remote work adoption due to lockdowns and social distancing measures. The pandemic-induced job losses also led to a surge in interest in freelance work. Notably, in the first nine months of 2020, Toptal, LLC, a key player in the freelance platform market, observed a remarkable 55% increase in applications for joining its global talent network compared to the same period in the previous year.Advantages of Freelancing PlatformsAmid economic uncertainties linked to the pandemic, businesses are increasingly embracing freelancing as an alternative to hiring permanent employees
La plataforma descentralizada de nómina y facturación en criptomonedas, Bitwage, anunció la integración de Tether (USDT) a través de la blockchain de TRON, para expandir la gestión nóminas globales de los trabajadores remotos o freelancers a nivel mundial.Bitwage señaló que la integración de Tether a través de la red TRON es una respuesta a la alta demanda de trabajadores remotos de recibir pagos del exterior. Con la implementación, los freelancers podrían aceptar pagos en la stablecoin de Tether.Bitwage permite a freelancers cobrar con USDT, USDC, DAI o CUSDEl uso de la stablecoin USDT en la red TRON se ha vuelto una herramienta salarial para empleados remotos. Lo anterior, debido a que su interoperabilidad garantiza cero tarifas de comisión. Asimismo, aumenta la velocidad de los pagos y no hay costos en tarifas de gas. Los usuarios de Bitwage ahora dispondrán de: USDT, USDC (de Circle), DAI (de MakerDAO) o CUSD (Celo dólar).Patrocinado PatrocinadoLos usuarios de Bitwage podrán distribuir o dividir sus depósitos entre criptomonedas, o convertirlas en monedas locales, libre de comisión. Para la plataforma, los salarios desde el extranjero en stablecoins “empodera” a los usuarios y empresas.De acuerdo con Cointastical, algunas de las empresas que utilizan Bitwage para pagar a sus trabajadores remotos son: Upwork, Freelancer
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Industries
Consulting
Enterprise Software
Company Size
1,001-5,000
Company Stage
Series B
Total Funding
$41M
Headquarters
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
Founded
1997
Philadelphia, PA, USA
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