Taling, founded in 2015, is a pioneering startup in the EdTech sector based in Korea South. With a compelling vision encapsulated in its slogan, "재능이 가치가 되는 곳", Taling aims to democratize talent by creating a platform where individuals can monetize their skills and connect with consumers in need of those specific talents.
Taling's mission is to reshape the conventional understanding of “careers” in the modern digital age by enabling personal talents to evolve into sustainable income streams. It has successfully linked thousands of tutors with users, facilitating diverse offerings from stock investment advice to language lessons, through its comprehensive talent marketplace.
The company has achieved significant milestones, including a Series B investment of KRW14.70B on 26 February 2021 from investors like DSC Investment, Shinhan Venture Investment, and MegaStudyEdu. Taling aspires to expand into a leading regional platform encompassing education, content creation, and business functions, fostering a space where freelancers can leverage their talents towards economic sustainability.