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Laborup

Tennessee, US · 4 known investors

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Laborup uses AI to match skilled manufacturing workers with industrial companies seeking to hire, reducing hiring costs and time-to-fill for roles in machining, welding, and production. The platform serves U.S. manufacturers struggling with workforce shortages in the industrial economy.

Advanced ManufacturingAI & Machine LearningFuture of WorkHR Tech

Founders & leadership

SJSimba J.
Simba J.inFounder and CEO
MSMatt Schoessling
Matt SchoesslinginFounding EngineerFounder at weblink

Investors · 4

Heartland VenturesColumbus · $500K – $30M
Heartland Ventures S7Washington · $5M – $30M
Market Square VenturesKnoxville
Westbound Equity PartnersPalo Alto · $750K – $2M

Funding

SEC filings, press & company announcements

$7.7M disclosed across 1 of 2 rounds · 2025

Source: company announcements and press reports — follow each round's link for the claim.

In the news

UT Alum’s AI Hiring Platform Raises $7.7M in Capital Investments - Haslam College of Businesshaslam.utk.edu · Oct 2025Laborup raises $7.7M to solve US manufacturing worker shortage with AI - CO/AIgetcoai.com · Aug 2025Laborup raises $7.74M, moves HQ to Nashville - Nashville Business Journalbizjournals.com · Aug 2025

Frequently asked questions

What does Laborup do?
Laborup uses AI to match skilled manufacturing workers with industrial companies seeking to hire, reducing hiring costs and time-to-fill for roles in machining, welding, and production. The platform serves U.S. manufacturers struggling with workforce shortages in the industrial economy.
Who founded Laborup?
Laborup was founded by Simba J..
Who are Laborup's investors?
Laborup's investors include Heartland Ventures, Heartland Ventures S7, Market Square Ventures, Westbound Equity Partners.
How much funding has Laborup raised?
Laborup has disclosed $7.7M raised across 1 of its 2 known rounds.
Where is Laborup headquartered?
Laborup is headquartered in Tennessee, US.