Skillist
Latest round
- Seed
Last raised
- Apr 2018
Total raised
- $0.5M
Investors
- 2
About Skillist
Skillist is dedicated to reshaping the workforce landscape by promoting skills-first hiring practices.Skillist is focused on advancing a skills-first labor market, particularly for individuals known as Skilled Through Alternative Routes (STARs). Founded in 2016 in Boston, US, the company has undergone a strategic evolution since its inception. The founders, Byron Auguste, Karan Chopra, and Tyra Mariani, have previous entrepreneurial experience.Skillist primarily aims to enhance the skills-first labor market by offering analytical and research services that deliver insights into STARs' potential. Its key offerings include customized tools and resources that support skills-first hiring. A notable initiative is the STARSight technology, which utilizes generative AI to help employers identify and leverage STARs' skills.Skillist's revenue model is built on partnerships with government bodies, private companies, and nonprofit sectors. The organization generates income through subscription-based access to research and data services, as well as involvement in coalitions that promote skills-first hiring practices. The company is actively developing new products that enhance skills-first hiring tools and plans to expand its reach into additional US markets by the end of 2023.
Who invested in Skillist
2 investors across 1 round
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Funding rounds
Seed
Apr 13, 2018
Amount
$0.5M
Investors
Questions about Skillist
Who invested in Skillist?
Skillist has 2 investors on record across 1 venture round. Sign up free to see every VC on the cap table and the rounds they joined.
How much funding has Skillist raised?
Skillist has raised 1 venture round. Sign up free to see how much each round raised and the total.
When did Skillist last raise money?
Skillist's most recent round on record is a Seed, in Apr 2018.
What does Skillist do?
Skillist is dedicated to reshaping the workforce landscape by promoting skills-first hiring practices.
Where is Skillist headquartered?
Skillist is headquartered in Boston, US.
Which VCs invest in companies like Skillist?
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