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Qwerkz To Launch New Job Site For Midlands And Surrounding Areas

Qwerkz — a job posting + recruiting platform — will collaborate with the City of Columbia, the Department Of Economic Development, and local businesses to attract new talent. Qwerkz is working to develop AI technology to assist small businesses to find and retain local talent.

Qwerkz was founded in late 2016 by former NFL athlete and now tech entrepreneur, Corey Jackson. Over the years Qwerkz has been known for helping former athletes find new career opportunities. They have partnered with companies like 84 Lumber, a multi-billion dollar lumber company, Major League Baseball and Microsoft Future Of Work.

Read the full story on Soda City Biz Wire.

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