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International Business Times UK
International Business Times UK
Business
Andrea Tode Jimenez

New Startup Helps Hispanic Immigrants In The US Find Jobs Via WhatsApp—Backed By £2.3m Funding

For many Hispanic immigrants arriving in the US, securing employment is far more complex than simply submitting a CV. Language barriers, complex applications, and limited access to technology often make the process overwhelming—even for those legally authorised to work. In a system that fails to accommodate one of the country's fastest-growing demographics, two Colombian entrepreneurs saw an opportunity to make a difference. Their Miami-based start-up, Ponte, is using AI and WhatsApp to revolutionise job access for Hispanic immigrants—and they're only just getting started.

How Ponte Targets Its Audience

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