Kibbi’s Founder Named Innovator of the Year!

This recognition was announced by Avenue Magazine as part of their Innovators of the Year 2025 list

We’re thrilled to announce that Hong Phuc Nguyen, the inspiring founder of Kibbi, has been recognized as an Innovator of the Year 2025!

This incredible honor celebrates her leadership, creativity, and unwavering commitment to building a more inclusive and connected workforce. Hong Phuc’s vision continues to inspire our team, our partners, and countless job seekers and employers across the country.

A Journey Fueled by Passion and Purpose

Hong Phuc’s journey started with a simple but powerful idea — to make hiring easier and more local for everyone, especially newcomers and underrepresented job seekers.

What began as a small project has grown into Kibbi, a trusted platform that makes a real impact every day by connecting employers with local talent and breaking down hiring barriers.

Through resilience, innovation, and deep community roots, Hong Phuc has shown that meaningful change starts when we empower people at every level.

Celebrating a Shared Success

This award is more than a recognition of one person's achievements — it's a celebration of the entire Kibbi community. It’s a reflection of the thousands of journeys that begin when someone finds their first job, builds their confidence, and grows their future.

We couldn’t be prouder to have a leader who truly embodies what Kibbi stands for:
empower job seekers and a shared hope for a brighter future. 

Join Us in the Celebration

We invite you to celebrate this exciting milestone with us — and be part of the movement toward a more inclusive, connected, and opportunity-rich future!

Learn more about Kibbi’s mission and see how you can get involved:  Visit www.kibbi.com