Platform Calgary Features Kibbi In The Report To Community 2023

Platform Calgary's 2023 Report to Community highlights the inspiring journey of Hong Phuc (HP) Nguyen, founder of Kibbi, a local job community platform designed to connect businesses with local job seekers, particularly newcomers to Canada.

HP's personal experience as an immigrant in 2020 exposed her to the challenges newcomers face in securing employment, despite her extensive background in marketing and business development with companies like Japan Tobacco International and Lynk Global. Her initial role in Calgary with the Calgary Vietnamese Women Association further illuminated these obstacles, motivating her to create a solution.

Kibbi began as a community project aimed at reducing employment barriers such as language proficiency, transportation issues, and unfamiliarity with local job markets. HP assembled a diverse team, including immigrants and international students, to develop an intuitive app that facilitates swift connections between job seekers and employers. Their dedication led to the creation of a platform often likened to "LinkedIn for hourly job seekers." Innovations of the World

The platform's development was deeply rooted in community feedback. HP engaged with immigrants in various settings—Uber rides, laundromats, supermarkets, and churches—to understand their needs and refine Kibbi's features. This grassroots approach ensured the platform effectively addressed the real-world challenges faced by its users.

HP emphasizes the importance of community support in entrepreneurial success, stating, "Getting the right people to support you is so important. Having someone open the door first makes it easier." Platform Calgary's feature on Kibbi not only celebrates HP's achievements but also underscores the organization's commitment to fostering innovation and supporting entrepreneurs in Calgary's tech ecosystem.

For a more in-depth look at HP Nguyen's journey and the development of Kibbi, you can read the full article on Platform Calgary's blog.