1848 Ventures has spearheaded a $3 million seed funding round for Propel People, a mobile-first hiring platform designed to assist contractors in swiftly recruiting skilled tradespeople. Dexter Bachelder, a seasoned expert in construction technology, has been appointed as CEO, bringing extensive experience in scaling SaaS and AI ventures. Propel People, developed within the 1848 Ventures studio, addresses the significant hiring challenges in the construction industry, where labor shortages lead to substantial financial losses. The platform employs AI to enhance hiring efficiency through smart candidate ranking and instant screening, with features like bilingual support and two-way texting to improve engagement. The new funding will drive product development and market expansion, reinforcing 1848 Ventures’ strategy to support AI-driven software solutions for small and medium-sized businesses.

