Contra is a professional network and payments platform designed for independent workers. It enables freelancers to create comprehensive profiles showcasing their project experience and skills, allowing clients to discover and hire vetted talent directly. The platform's commission-free model empowers independent workers to earn their full income while providing tools to package and monetize their services.
Founder Ben Huffman experienced resume bias firsthand as a college dropout, fueling his mission to reshape hiring for the modern workforce. The company has seen rapid adoption, with freelancer earnings increasing 6x year-over-year in 2023 across a global user base spanning over 100 countries.
Looking ahead, Contra aims to attract more high-quality clients and opportunities to its network while expanding its suite of tools for independents. For prospective employees, Contra offers the chance to shape the future of independent work during a pivotal shift towards freelancing across industries. However, the company faces increasing competition from established players like LinkedIn as well as emerging startups targeting the independent workforce.
2019
Founded
100-250
Employees
Series B
Stage
$100-$250M
Latest Valuation
$50-100M
Total Funding
Nov 02 2021
Last Fundraise
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