Shomvob
Category: AI in HR & Talent
Shomvob is a full-stack HR technology platform in Bangladesh that connects blue and silver-collar workers with job opportunities and upskilling programs. Shomvob was founded in 2022. The company is led by Rifad Hossain. Based in Dhaka, Bangladesh. Team size: 51-200. Total funding raised: $1 million. Latest round: Pre-Seed, $1.0M, 2024-05, led by Cocoon Capital. Key investors include Cocoon Capital, Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation.
- Founded
- 2022
- Headquarters
- Dhaka, Bangladesh
- Team size
- 51-200
- Total funding
- $1 million
Value proposition
To bridge the gap between talent and opportunity by efficiently connecting employers with skilled candidates, reducing hiring time and costs.
Products and solutions
AI-powered job matching platform, Recruitment solutions for businesses, Mobile app for job seekers ('Shomvob: Jobs & Trainings'), Up-skilling and training programs
Unique value
Shomvob's primary unique factor is its dedicated focus on the underserved blue and silver-collar workforce in Bangladesh, a segment that lacks a specialized job marketplace. They offer a full-stack solution that includes not just job matching but also upskilling and training.
Target customer
Blue and silver-collar job seekers, as well as corporations and MSMEs in Bangladesh.
Industries served
Manufacturing, Logistics, Retail, Healthcare, Hospitality
Technology advantage
The company's key advantage lies in its in-house developed AI and machine learning technology that powers its job matching platform, enabling more efficient and accurate placements. This technology helps to reduce the information gap and talent mismatch in the job market.
How they differentiate
Shomvob differentiates itself by using proprietary AI and machine learning technology to connect blue and silver-collar workers with employers in Bangladesh. They also provide upskilling and training opportunities for their user base.
Main competitors
Bdjobs.com, Kormo Jobs, Prothom Alo Jobs
Key partnerships
Cocoon Capital, Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, Bangladesh Industrial Technical Assistance Center (BITAC)
Notable customers
Pubali Bank, Singer
Major milestones
Listed on the 'Forbes Asia—100 to Watch' list., Facilitated 30,000 job placements.
Growth metrics
Enabled the creation of 30,000 jobs.
Market positioning
Shomvob is positioned as a specialized job-tech and HR-tech platform for the blue and silver-collar segments of the Bangladeshi workforce.
Geographic focus
Bangladesh
Patents and IP
Information on patents or IP is not publicly available.
About Rifad Hossain
Founder and CEO at Shomvob, previously worked at ShopUp and H&M.
Official website: https://shomvob.com/