It’s hard, real hard, running a direct-to-consumer platform serving low wage workers. That’s why, when selecting a technology partner several years ago, WhereWeGo rose to the fore. Tech chops. Check. User design expertise. Check. But here’s the kicker. As former teachers and educators, their rai·son d’ê·tre is worker first; their mindset puts workers at the core of how they build technology products. It’s their secret sauce, and what makes them amazing collaborators. It’s undisputed that whatever success SkillUp has had over the years has only been possible because of our partnership. I couldn’t recommend them highly enough.

WhereWeGo was the clear choice to develop and implement IREC’s Green Workforce Connect initiative in support of our workforce strategy. Their human centered approach, deep technical expertise, and proven ability to design intuitive and user focused solutions allowed them to build a product that not only meets the needs of multiple audiences but exceeds our expectations. Their ability to translate complex challenges into actionable solutions combined with their thoughtful approach and strategic insights has made them not just a vendor but a collaborative partner in advancing our work.

Over the past two and a half years of partnership with WhereWeGo, I have come to appreciate their highly collaborative working style, forward-thinking approach, and strong integration with our team at all levels (leadership, functional, and partner-facing). Their design days and concept development help guide our team across both strategic and day-to-day development decisions, leveraging the expertise and skills of their growing team. On top of it all, their former educator founders, Ben and Leah, bring a learner-focused mindset, ensuring our platform remains focused on the core audience we serve.