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Upwork Inc. reports developments for a human and AI-powered work marketplace that connects businesses with global independent talent across freelance, agency, fractional and payrolled work. Recurring company updates cover the Upwork Marketplace, Lifted enterprise contingent-work management, Uma™ AI work agent features, SMB offerings such as Business Plus, and integrations that move customers from project scoping to hiring and contracting.
Upwork news also covers financial results, gross services volume, active-client trends, adjusted EBITDA outlook, enterprise pipeline activity, platform trust and integrity partnerships, and capital actions such as common-stock repurchase authorizations.
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Upwork Inc. (Nasdaq: UPWK) announces a fireside chat featuring CEO Hayden Brown and CFO Jeff McCombs at the JMP Securities Technology Conference on March 1, 2021, at 11:30 a.m. PT/2:30 p.m. ET.
The event will be accessible via an audiocast on Upwork’s Investor Relations website, with an archive available for 90 days post-event. Upwork, the largest work marketplace, connects businesses with independent talent and generated over $2 billion in earnings for freelancers in 2019.
Upwork (NASDAQ: UPWK) has awarded ten $50,000 grants to organizations focused on empowering marginalized populations globally. Selected from the Fall 2020 grant applications, these initiatives address economic inequalities exacerbated by the pandemic. Grant recipients include organizations like Digital NEST, which provides tech career training to Latinx youth, and EarthEnable, which tackles health issues from dirt floors in Rwanda. These efforts align with Upwork's commitment to diversity and inclusion as highlighted by Anna Ninan from The Upwork Foundation.
Upwork (Nasdaq: UPWK) will announce its Q4 and full year 2020 financial results on February 23, 2021, after market close. The company is the largest work marketplace by gross services volume. A Q&A conference call will follow at 2:00 PM PT (5:00 PM ET) to discuss the results. The call will be available via live webcast on the Upwork Investor Relations website. An audio replay will be accessible for one week post-call and archived for a year. Upwork connects businesses with independent talent across various sectors, showcasing significant earnings potential for freelancers.
Upwork (NASDAQ: UPWK) has officially launched Project Catalog™, a new feature allowing clients to browse and purchase predefined projects in just a few clicks. This initiative aims to enhance the collaboration between businesses and independent talent. Project Catalog offers tens of thousands of projects across 300+ categories, including design and web development, with clearly outlined scope, cost, and deliverables. The launch reflects Upwork’s commitment to innovate its platform, offering businesses flexible and skilled talent solutions that can adapt to changing workforce needs.
Upwork Inc. (Nasdaq: UPWK) announced participation in the 23rd Annual Needham Virtual Growth Conference. CEO Hayden Brown and CFO Jeff McCombs will engage in a fireside chat on January 12, 2021, at 8:30 a.m. PT / 11:30 a.m. ET. An audiocast will be available on Upwork's Investor Relations website, with an archive accessible for 90 days post-event. The conference may feature disclosures regarding Upwork's business and financial performance.
For details, visit investors.upwork.com.
Upwork (NASDAQ: UPWK) has released its first carbon emissions report, announcing that it achieved carbon neutrality for the first time in 2019 and pledging to maintain this status. The company's hybrid workforce model significantly reduced carbon emissions, with 73% of its employees having no commute. Upwork's shift to a fully remote work model in 2020 aims to avoid future greenhouse gas emissions. Key initiatives included utilizing renewable energy and purchasing carbon offsets. The report emphasizes Upwork's commitment to environmental responsibility and highlights the positive impact of remote work on sustainability.
Upwork (NASDAQ: UPWK), the leading global work marketplace, revealed its list of the 15 most in-demand technical skills among freelancers. Driven by the impact of COVID-19, 51% of hiring managers are seeking independent web, mobile, and software developers to address talent shortages linked to digital transformation. The skills highlighted include JavaScript, Python, and WordPress. Upwork aims to bridge the gap between businesses and skilled professionals. The analysis is based on gross services volume from April 1 to September 30, 2020.
Upwork (UPWK) has appointed Sam Bright as its new Chief Product & Experience Officer. Bright brings over 16 years of experience in scaling technology and improving customer experiences. He previously held leadership roles at eBay, overseeing North American vertical business units and executing numerous partnerships. Bright's background includes advising on over $10 billion in tech mergers and acquisitions. His vision aligns with Upwork’s mission to transform work and create economic opportunities, aiming to enhance the user experience in the platform.
Upwork, the world’s largest work marketplace, announced that President and CEO Hayden Brown and CFO Jeff McCombs will participate in a fireside chat at the Needham Virtual Internet Services Conference on November 16, 2020, at 8:30 a.m. PT/11:30 a.m. ET. An audio webcast of the event will be available on Upwork's Investor Relations website, and an archive will be accessible for 90 days post-event. This announcement highlights Upwork's ongoing commitment to transparency regarding material developments affecting its business and financial performance.