# NEEDER

Startup profile on Capital Atlas: https://capitalatlas.ai/startups/needer

- Industry: Software
- Headquarters: Busan, South Korea
- Website: www.gubgoo.com/
- Total disclosed funding: $5.5M
- Latest round: Series B (Dec 15, 2022)
- Investors on record: 10

## About

NEEDER Inc., based in South Korea, operates a job-matching platform that connects employers with part-time and temporary workers, streamlining the hiring process through an innovative chat interface.Founded in 2014 and headquartered in Busan, South Korea, NEEDER Inc. specializes in recruitment solutions. The company has secured a total of 7 deals with its latest funding round occurring in December 2022, raising KRW 7 billion during a Series B round from various investors, including Hana Ventures and Conar Investment. The founder's details are not explicitly available, but the company has shown consistent operations since its inception.NEEDER Inc. primarily offers a job-matching platform designed for the recruitment of part-time and temporary workers. Its core feature, "???," allows businesses to post job listings and connect with potential employees through a chat interface without requiring app installation. The platform has been operational since 2018, primarily serving the South Korean market, particularly urban areas with high demand for temporary employment.The revenue model is based on transaction-based interactions where employers pay to post job listings with options to enhance visibility. Workers receive immediate payment upon task completion, facilitating efficient cash flow. The platform generates revenue through successful placements made between businesses and job seekers, though specific pricing details are not disclosed. In December 2022, NEEDER Inc. raised KRW 7 billion in Series B funding, which will be utilized to scale up their business operations. In July 2025, NEEDER Inc. raised an undisclosed amount of venture funding from new investor Timee. The company has plans to expand its service offerings and geographic reach, specifically targeting additional urban markets in South Korea. Details on upcoming products or specific release dates have not been disclosed, but the funding is aimed at supporting the company's growth initiatives. NEEDER Inc. will use the July 2025 funding to promote the expansion of spot work and the creation of new businesses.

## Funding rounds

- Series B, Dec 15, 2022, $5.4M — Korea Investment Partners, Wanted Lab, Inc., BNK Venture Capital, The Wells Investment, Hana Ventures, Timewise Investment, Conar Investment, K Bridge Ventures
- Series A, Jul 8, 2020 — Korea Investment Partners, BNK Venture Capital, Busan United Holdings
- Seed, Jan 10, 2017, $0.1M — Stonebridge Capital

## Investors

- Stonebridge Capital (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/stonebridge-capital) — Seed
- Korea Investment Partners (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/korea-investment-partners) — Series A, Series B
- BNK Venture Capital (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/bnk-venture-capital) — Series A, Series B
- Busan United Holdings (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/busan-united-holdings) — Series A
- Wanted Lab, Inc. — Series B
- The Wells Investment (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/the-wells-investment) — Series B
- Hana Ventures — Series B
- Timewise Investment — Series B
- Conar Investment (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/conar-investment) — Series B
- K Bridge Ventures — Series B