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CrowdWorks Inc. operates a prominent crowdsourcing platform in Japan, facilitating connections between businesses and a diverse pool of individual workers. This internet-based service enables companies to post various projects and tasks, which registered professionals can then accept and complete remotely. The platform essentially digitizes the work procurement process, offering a flexible and scalable solution for project execution across numerous disciplines.
The company was founded in 2011 by Koichiro Yoshida, who identified a significant opportunity in leveraging the distributed workforce model to address business needs more efficiently. Yoshida’s vision centered on creating a digital marketplace where talent could readily meet demand, thereby democratizing access to work opportunities and providing businesses with agile resource allocation.
CrowdWorks serves a wide array of clients, from startups to larger enterprises, providing them access to specialized skills on an as-needed basis. Its overarching mission is to empower individuals through flexible work arrangements while offering businesses a streamlined mechanism for task completion and project outsourcing. The company aims to continue expanding its ecosystem, fostering a dynamic environment for both talent and enterprise.
CrowdWorks has 1 tracked investment across 1 company. The latest tracked deal is $5.4M Series C in Gengo in April 2015.
| Date | Company | Round | Lead Investor(s) | Co-Investor(s) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Apr 22, 2015 | Gengo | $5.4M Series C | Recruit | Mitsubishi UFJ Capital, SBI Investment |