JobGet, an app-first job platform for hourly workers, has just announced its acquisition of Snagajob. This deal significantly expands JobGet’s reach, now covering over 100 million hourly workers across the United States. Snagajob will continue to operate as a standalone entity within JobGet, ensuring employers can still leverage its platform while benefiting from JobGet’s cutting-edge technology and resources.

Why This Acquisition Matters

JobGet was founded to tackle the difficulty that everyday workers face in finding jobs and employers face in finding quality candidates. By bringing Snagajob into the fold, JobGet is doubling down on its mission to create accessible pathways to employment for hourly workers and to help employers connect with top-tier talent swiftly and efficiently.

Tony Liu, founder and CEO of JobGet, stated, “With Snagajob as part of our platform, we are furthering our mission to create accessible pathways to employment for everyday workers while empowering employers to connect with quality candidates instantly and efficiently.”

Keith Forshew, CEO of Snagajob, echoes this sentiment, highlighting the continued commitment to helping hourly workers find the right jobs. “We’re confident that Snagajob’s mission will not only continue but thrive as part of JobGet,” Forshew said. With JobGet’s resources, Snagajob’s job seekers and employers are poised for an even better experience.

The Power of Combined Strengths

This acquisition isn’t just about expanding reach; it’s about combining strengths to create something truly powerful. Here’s what makes this merger so interesting:

• Broadened Reach: With JobGet now covering nearly the entire hourly workforce in the U.S., job seekers and employers alike can enjoy broader, more comprehensive access to opportunities and talent.
• Enhanced Technology: JobGet’s advanced features, such as AI-powered job matching and instant interview scheduling, will integrate with Snagajob’s platform, making the hiring process smoother and more efficient.
• Complementary Strengths: Snagajob’s extensive network in industries like restaurants, retail, groceries, and more complements JobGet’s focus on metropolitan areas. Combined, they will achieve near-total coverage of the U.S. hourly workforce.
• Improved Candidate Experience: JobGet’s JobGenie AI takes job matching to the next level by intuitively connecting employers with top-quality candidates, while Snagajob’s legacy of service excellence ensures a seamless transition.

Inside Scoop on the Acquisition

I spoke with Tony Liu, founder and CEO of JobGet, about the acquisition. When asked about the integration process, Liu shared, “We will be bringing all of Snagajob’s client-facing and sales teams to ensure smooth customer continuity. We have been very pleased with the caliber of talent on their current team and the Snagajob product and technology team will be working to ensure business as usual for their customers and candidates.”

While the terms of the deal aren’t being disclosed, Liu did highlight some key go-to-market advantages of the deal. “As Snagajob has been a longstanding player with more than 25 years of history, they have a wide network of job seekers and employers in rural pockets of the country that is complementary to our focus on metropolitan areas. Combined, we will achieve near 100% coverage and reach of the hourly workforce across the U.S.,” he explained.

Technical Assets and Future Growth

The acquisition also brings several compelling technical assets to JobGet. According to Liu, “Snagajob’s data on jobseeker and employer behavior further strengthens JobGet’s AI-driven recommendations, job matching algorithms, and analytics capabilities, enabling an even better experience for employers and job seekers.” Additionally, Snagajob’s employer platform, which provides actionable insights and intelligent automation, will be expanded and grown further.

The deep integrations with dozens of Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) that Snagajob has developed will also be leveraged as JobGet expand its network of employers.

“This acquisition brings complementary capabilities that reinforce our vision of becoming the ultimate platform for hourly workers and employers. It accelerates growth while enhancing the value JobGet delivers to both job seekers and employers, leveraging Snagajob’s legacy assets in a forward-looking way,” Liu concluded.

What’s Next for JobGet and Snagajob?

With this acquisition, JobGet is set to redefine the hiring experience for both employers and hourly workers. Integrating Snagajob’s platform with JobGet’s solutions promising a future where finding the right job or candidate is faster, easier, and more efficient than before.

For more details about JobGet, visit JobGet.