Ep. 138: Rich Wilson, Co-Founder and CEO of Gigged.AI, Revolutionizing Freelance Tech, Venture Funding, and Enterprise Freelance Adoption

Leaders,

Today, we have an exceptional guest, Rich Wilson, Co-Founder and CEO of Gigged.AI. Gigged.AI has been around for about three years, raising over $2 million, and is a fascinating use case as a technology-driven facilitator of freelance outcomes, differentiating from traditional marketplaces.

In this episode, we dive into some key insights:

1. Technology as a Primary Driver: Gigged.AI stands out by making technology the core of their platform, which is not typical in the freelance space. For most platforms, technology plays a supportive role, but for Gigged.AI, it's the cornerstone of their success. Rich emphasizes that without their advanced tech, the company wouldn't exist.

2. Venture Funding: Unlike many freelance platforms that bootstrap and scale through the founding team, Gigged.AI needed venture funding. With three years of runway and two years dedicated to building their technology, venture funding was crucial for their survival and growth.

3. Enterprise Market Entry: Rich shares strategic insights on supporting enterprise accounts. Gigged.AI uses two specific strategies: enabling internal talent marketplaces and providing speed and customization for end users.