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§ Private Profile · San Francisco, CA, USA
Two-sided marketplace platform connecting healthcare facilities with nurses and caregivers to fill open shifts, focused on flexible staffing.
Clipboard has raised $82.8M across 3 funding rounds.
Key people at Clipboard.
Clipboard was founded in 2016 by Wei Deng (Founder/CEO).
Clipboard has raised $82.8M in total across 3 funding rounds.
Based in San Francisco, California, Clipboard Health operates a two-sided marketplace platform that connects healthcare facilities with nearby medical professionals to fill open shifts. The company serves a network of more than 1,000 healthcare facilities, such as hospitals and long-term care centers, alongside tens of thousands of independent nurses and caregivers. Generating revenue through shift booking fees, the enterprise reached a $1.3 billion valuation following an $80 million Series C funding round in April 2022. Backed by prominent institutional investors such as Sequoia Capital and Y Combinator, the Joint Commission-certified platform employs a distributed workforce of over 550 personnel across 40 countries. The business is actively exploring strategic expansion into non-healthcare labor segments to sustain its recent 50 percent year-over-year growth rate. Clipboard Health was originally founded in 2016 by Chief Executive Officer Wei Deng.
Key people at Clipboard.
Clipboard was founded in 2016 by Wei Deng (Founder/CEO).
Clipboard has raised $82.8M in total across 3 funding rounds.
Clipboard's investors include Jelix Ventures, Len Findlay, Jules Maltz, Bryan Schreier, Emmett Shear, Michael Seibel, Tony Xu, Caffeinated Capital, Initialized Capital.
Clipboard has raised $82.8M across 3 funding rounds. Most recently, it raised $2.0M Series A in October 2022.
| Date | Round | Lead Investors | Other Investors | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 1, 2022 | $2M Series A | — | Jelix Ventures, LEN Findlay | Announced |
| Apr 19, 2022 | $80M Series B | Jules Maltz, Bryan Schreier | Emmett Shear, Michael Seibel, Tony XU, Caffeinated Capital, Initialized Capital | Announced |
| Jun 1, 2020 | $850K Seed | — | Jelix Ventures, LEN Findlay | Announced |
Clipboard is a name shared by two distinct platforms connecting workplaces with professionals nearby, each serving a specialized sector. Clipboard Health operates as a two-sided marketplace connecting healthcare professionals—such as nurses, medical assistants, and caregivers—with healthcare facilities facing staffing shortages. It offers flexible shift booking, verified credentials, and streamlined communication, addressing critical workforce gaps in healthcare. The platform serves tens of thousands of professionals and over 1,000 facilities nationwide, driving efficiency and reducing burnout in healthcare staffing[2][4][5].
Separately, Clipboard Hospitality is a professional networking platform tailored specifically for the hospitality industry. It helps hospitality workers find relevant job opportunities, connect with peers, and access industry news and training content. By focusing on hospitality’s unique needs, Clipboard Hospitality facilitates career growth and skill development for professionals in this sector, primarily in Australia[1][3].
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Clipboard Health was founded to tackle the persistent problem of healthcare staffing shortages by leveraging technology to create a flexible, reliable marketplace for healthcare workers and facilities. The company has grown rapidly, expanding its network and refining its platform to improve user experience and operational efficiency[2][5].
Clipboard Hospitality was founded in Melbourne, Australia, by Brendan Leeds, aiming to transform how hospitality professionals connect and advance their careers. The idea emerged from recognizing that general professional networks lacked industry-specific features critical for hospitality workers. Early traction included partnerships with edtech firms like frntlne to integrate engaging training content, enhancing the platform’s value to users[1][3].
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*Clipboard Health:*
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Both Clipboard platforms capitalize on the growing trend of specialized digital marketplaces and professional networks that address sector-specific workforce challenges. Clipboard Health rides the wave of healthcare labor shortages intensified by demographic shifts and pandemic aftereffects, leveraging technology to improve staffing reliability and flexibility. Its timing is critical as healthcare systems seek scalable, tech-enabled solutions to workforce gaps[2][5].
Clipboard Hospitality taps into the hospitality industry’s need for tailored professional development and networking tools, addressing the limitations of generic platforms. The rise of digital upskilling and community-driven career platforms aligns with Clipboard Hospitality’s mission to enhance workforce quality and retention in a traditionally high-turnover sector[1][3].
Both platforms influence their ecosystems by improving workforce connectivity, reducing friction in hiring or shift-filling, and fostering professional growth through technology.
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Clipboard Health is poised to expand beyond healthcare into other understaffed industries, potentially incorporating advanced predictive staffing models to optimize workforce allocation. Trends such as increasing demand for flexible work, digital credentialing, and AI-driven workforce management will shape its evolution. Its influence may grow as a standard for reliable, tech-enabled staffing solutions[2].
Clipboard Hospitality’s future likely involves deeper integration of interactive training and community features, expanding its user base and partnerships to become the go-to platform for hospitality professionals in Australia and potentially beyond. The platform’s focus on skill development and networking positions it well to capitalize on ongoing digital transformation in hospitality workforce management[1][3].
Both platforms exemplify how sector-focused digital marketplaces can transform traditional labor markets by connecting professionals with opportunities more efficiently and meaningfully.
