LearnUp is Closing the Skills Gap by Helping You Before You're Employed
Alyson Wyers — October 30, 2014 — Business
References: learnup & fastcoexist
This startup specializing in the skills gap promises to triple your chances of getting a job. Based out of San Francisco, LearnUp is trying to close this gap by giving entry-level jobseekers training and sets up an interview for them. Specifically, retailers including AT & T, Old Navy and Staples are using the platform to train sales associates before they are even hired.
There is an obvious breakdown between the education system and employers as many college-educated recent grads are either out of work or underemployed. Entrepreneur and LearnUp Co-Founder Alexis Ringwald noticed many companies were unable to find suitably qualified candidates for even entry-level positions and was resolved to make a difference.
In an effort to close the skills gap, she and Co-Founder Kenny Ma started the job-training platform for roles that do not necessitate a degree.
There is an obvious breakdown between the education system and employers as many college-educated recent grads are either out of work or underemployed. Entrepreneur and LearnUp Co-Founder Alexis Ringwald noticed many companies were unable to find suitably qualified candidates for even entry-level positions and was resolved to make a difference.
In an effort to close the skills gap, she and Co-Founder Kenny Ma started the job-training platform for roles that do not necessitate a degree.
Trend Themes
1. Pre-job Training - LearnUp is one of a growing number of job-training platforms that are targeting the skills gap before employment.
2. Closing the Skills Gap - Closing the gap between the education system and employers is becoming a business opportunity for startups like LearnUp.
3. Training for Job Roles Not Requiring a Degree - LearnUp is pioneering a new kind of job-training platform for roles that do not require a degree.
Industry Implications
1. Education Technology - Edtech companies could partner with job-training platforms like LearnUp to provide additional training resources.
2. Human Resources - HR departments could use job-training platforms like LearnUp to improve employee skills within their companies.
3. Retail - Industries with high turnover rates, like retail, could benefit from using pre-job training platforms like LearnUp to improve employee retention.
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