New product/service launch

• Fiverr introduced major product releases, including Fiverr Business Solutions and Fiverr Neo. Fiverr Business Solutions is a suite of professional solutions catering to mid-sized to enterprise businesses, which includes Fiverr Enterprise, Fiverr Certified, and Fiverr Pro, to ensure efficient project execution and collaboration. Fiverr Neo is a matching tool that leverages technology and algorithms to provide personalized and efficient matching experiences for customers and talent on the platform. (August 02, 2023; Press release )

Partnerships

• Malt partnered with Dynamic Freelancer, a human resource consulting firm specializing in freelancing activities in the UAE, to enhance the freelance talent acquisition landscape by simplifying the process of connecting freelancers with businesses. Malt offers an end-to-end marketplace connecting freelancers and companies, while Dynamic Freelancers brings a robust network of skilled freelancers. (July 30, 2023; Gulf News ) 

• Catalant partners with Acropolis Advisors, a provider of advising services to business leaders, to offer strategic consulting services to the C-Suites of public and private companies. The partnership combines Acropolis Advisors’ strategic expertise with Catalant’s over 80,000 independent business consultants network. The partnership aims to provide an alternative to the traditional consulting model and meet the demand for specialized, high-quality consulting services that cater to the needs of modern businesses. (August 28, 2023; Press release ) 

M&As

• WorkGenius acquired Expertlead, a Germany-based freelancer platform specializing in connecting businesses with tech talent, to expand WorkGenius’ presence in the technology freelance market and provide a one-stop destination for talent management needs. WorkGenius plans on fully integrating Expertlead’s services and products into their platform, including assessment technology. This is WorkGenius’ third acquisition in the past 14 months. (August 08, 2023; Press release )