Laborup
12 known investors
Laborup uses AI to help manufacturers hire vetted, skilled blue-collar workers such as machinists, welders, and programmers, reducing hiring time and cost. It serves industrial and manufacturing companies across the U.S. industrial base, with early operations focused in Tennessee.
Advanced ManufacturingAI & Machine LearningHR Tech
Founders & leadership
Investors · 12
NVP CapitalNew York · $2M
Threshold VenturesPalo Alto · $500K – $20M
Torch CapitalNew York · $750K – $1.5M
Westbound Equity PartnersPalo Alto · $750K – $2M
HeartlandreportedBrande
Market Square VenturesreportedKnoxville
Newark Venture PartnersreportedNewark · $100K – $2M
NVPreportedDanville
Also in the syndicate · 4
DaybreakHeartland VCThresholdWestbound
Funding
SEC filings, press & company announcements- Undisclosed amountseed fundingAug 2025
NVP Capital (lead), Heartland VC, Threshold, Torch Capital
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Source: company announcements and press reports — follow each round's link for the claim.
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Frequently asked questions
- What does Laborup do?
- Laborup uses AI to help manufacturers hire vetted, skilled blue-collar workers such as machinists, welders, and programmers, reducing hiring time and cost. It serves industrial and manufacturing companies across the U.S. industrial base, with early operations focused in Tennessee.
- Who founded Laborup?
- Laborup was founded by Simba J..
- Who are Laborup's investors?
- Laborup's investors include NVP Capital, Threshold Ventures, Torch Capital, Westbound Equity Partners, Heartland, Market Square Ventures, Newark Venture Partners, NVP.