oDesk
Latest round
- Series D
Last raised
- Mar 2012
Total raised
- $45M
Investors
- 6
About oDesk
oDesk, founded in 2003, operates as a prominent platform for freelance job opportunities. Headquartered in Redwood City, US, the company has undergone strategic changes to enhance its services. The founders include Abu Ershad, Abu Hanif, Anurag Agarwala, Belayet Hossain, Jon N, Ravi Shurpali, Reymond Amejado, Tom Moberg, and Trevor Weir.oDesk operates a global freelancer marketplace that connects clients with independent professionals across various fields, facilitating the hiring process for businesses and individuals in need of specialized skills. The platform offers a comprehensive suite of services including talent acquisition in areas such as Development & IT, Design & Creative, Sales & Marketing, Writing & Translation, and more. Users can post job opportunities and hire freelancers on a project basis or a contract-to-hire arrangement, thus addressing specific project requirements efficiently.oDesk generates revenue primarily through transaction fees charged on payments between clients and freelancers. The fee structure varies based on the engagement type, with a 5% fee for initial transactions and a 10% fee for clients utilizing premium features. Clients can choose from various pricing plans, including a Business Plus plan that provides additional features such as premium customer support and access to top-tier talent.65 mn to support its growth initiatives. The company plans to enhance its platform with new features aimed at improving user experience and expanding its service offerings. Additionally, oDesk is targeting expansion into new markets, focusing on regions in Asia and Europe by the end of 2014.
Who invested in oDesk
6 investors across 5 rounds
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Who invested in oDesk?
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How much funding has oDesk raised?
oDesk has raised 5 venture rounds. Sign up free to see how much each round raised and the total.
When did oDesk last raise money?
oDesk's most recent round on record is a Series D, in Mar 2012.
What does oDesk do?
oDesk, founded in 2003, operates as a prominent platform for freelance job opportunities.
Where is oDesk headquartered?
oDesk is headquartered in Redwood City, US.
Which VCs invest in companies like oDesk?
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