Overview
CloudDevs, founded in 2019 by Rifzan M, is a platform that connects companies with senior freelance developers and designers from Latin America. It emerged from the founders' own need to find high-quality, affordable, and timezone-aligned tech talent for their blockchain startup. CloudDevs focuses on offering vetted talent to ensure quality and efficiency. Within its first year, the platform reached $1 Million in Gross Merchandise Value (GMV) and continues to grow, targeting a broader market in the tech talent hiring industry.
Unique Aspect
CloudDevs stands out for its focus on sourcing talent exclusively from Latin America, ensuring time zone alignment with US-based clients, and providing rigorously vetted senior developers and designers at competitive rates.
Approach to kick off
The idea for CloudDevs was born from the founders' challenges in finding affordable and skilled tech talent. Their approach included building a community of vetted professionals and targeting startups and entrepreneurs who require high-quality yet cost-effective tech talent.
Scoop
Business Model ViabilityCloudDevsβ business model, which focuses on providing a curated selection of senior tech talent for a specific market segment, has proven to be highly successful and is replicable in similar niche markets.
Future Projections
CloudDevs aims to achieve significant growth in sales and expand its portfolio with new products and ventures that add value to its clients.
Startup Stats
π ARR: $1,200,000
π MRR: $100,000
π Startup Costs: $2,500
π₯ Team Size: 10
π Market: Global market for tech talent hiring, especially for startups and entrepreneurs
π¨βπ» Users: Startups, entrepreneurs, and companies looking for tech talent
π° Funding: Bootstrapped with a startup cost of $2,500
π¨βπΌ Founders: Rifzan M
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