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Experience pepelwerk and the future of hiring.
The Connecting Talent to Opportunity is a pilot project to see if AI can help people get in-demand jobs, learning and resources in a better way then we ever have by using an AI Driven Talent Marketplace.
We are taking the challenge one step further. pepelwerk is a Talent Development Marketplace designed to meet every technical requirement of the Challenge while delivering immediate, measurable ROI for state and local agencies.
Turn high-level goals into granular, real-time data points that satisfy federal reporting and local stakeholder needs.
A pre-built ecosystem that facilitates
collaboration between government,
education, and industry players.
Advanced data modeling that translates complex workforce signals into actionable intelligence for policy makers.
Built on open standards to ensure your marketplace talks to existing LMS, HRIS, and government legacy systems.
Customized interfaces for every user—from students and job seekers to case managers and employers.
Business models and automation designed to keep the marketplace thriving long after the initial grant period ends.
Transform resume data into a dynamic skills taxonomy that identifies real gaps.
Connecting individuals to the right training and jobs via personalized AI coaching.
Automated workflows fo tracking progress, attendance and credential attainment.
Instant visualization of economic impact, placement rates and wage growth.
How we handle it: Our core platform is a live, high-traffic marketplace currently serving 250k+ users.
Definition: System to catalog and verify all regional certifications and degrees.
How we handle it: Integrated digital registry supporting over 5,000 unique credential types.
How we handle it: Native AI tool that converts traditional JDs into skill-matching profiles instantly.
Definition: Comprehensive digital record of an individual’s skills and work history.
How we handle it: Full LER implementation allowing users to own and export their data in machine-readable formats.
Definition: Platform accessibility to the general public without restricted walls.
How we handle it: Standard web-access protocols and WCAG 2.1 AA accessibility compliance.
How we handle it: Open API architecture and support for W3C and IEEE standards.
How we handle it: Proprietary mapping engine linking 100k+ competencies to global curriculum standards.
Definition: Testing how LER data performs in an actual hiring workflow.
How we handle it: Integrated “Sandboxed” application portal for users to test their profiles against real-world criteria.
How we handle it: Tiered employer pricing and value-add services that ensure self-funding within 24 months.
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