Thurgood Industries operates a community-first platform connecting skilled trades talent with employment opportunities through visual proof of work. The platform enables students and workers to build living digital portfolios, which are enhanced by AI skill tagging and an NFC Skills Card for real-world verification. Employers gain access to scout pre-vetted talent based on demonstrated skills, streamlining the hiring pipeline from education to the job site.
Funding
Funding not disclosed
Founders
Product
Problem
Skilled tradespeople often lack dedicated platforms to showcase their expertise and connect with local businesses, hindering their career advancement. Employers in the trades struggle to efficiently source qualified candidates with verified skills, leading to prolonged hiring processes.
Solution
Thurgood is a career-building platform designed specifically for the skilled trades. It enables tradespeople to create profiles showcasing their work and earn skill-based badges to validate their expertise. For employers, Thurgood simplifies the hiring process by providing automatic sourcing of qualified candidates based on specific criteria. The platform aims to bridge the gap between skilled workers and businesses seeking talent in the trades.
Target Audience
Thurgood's primary users are skilled tradespeople seeking career advancement and local businesses looking to hire qualified talent in the trades. The platform also caters to trade schools aiming to connect students with employment opportunities.
Features
- User profiles to showcase work experience and completed projects
- Skill-based badges earned through verified assessments and achievements
- Automated candidate sourcing based on employer-defined criteria
- Mobile applications for iOS and Android devices
- Networking features to connect with peers and potential employers