News from 2022
'Flexible hours are my No. 1 reason I drive': New Flexible Work News poll finds gig workers value freedom, flexibility
By John Kelly | Jun 13, 2022
A new poll shows that gig workers place freedom ahead of other benefits.
MBO Partners CEO: 'No question that COVID-19 accelerated remote work'
By Trina Thomas | Jun 13, 2022
The CEO of MBO Partners weighed in on a Gallup podcast episode, asserting that COVID-19 resulted in more individuals turning to the flexible work space.
US Senate votes against additional COVID-19 recovery funding for restaurants: 'we will keep fighting for a sustainable future for independent restauranteurs'
By Trina Thomas | Jun 7, 2022
The Independent Restaurant Coalition recently announced in a tweet that restaurants have suffered tremendously after COVID-19 restrictions, and the Senate’s vote against an added $40 billion relief fund means they will not be getting more aid from the Restaurant Revitalization Fund.
Loan options for gig economy workers: 'loans in which we only need your bank statements to qualify you'
By Bree Gonzales | Jun 7, 2022
In the past, being a part of the 48% private workforce made up of gig economy workers, self-employed contractors and small business owners would traditionally disqualify a person for a loan or mortgage, but experts say those looking to take advantage of the historically low mortgage rates have other options.
Airbnb: 'Hosts are playing a crucial role in both the statewide and local economies'
By Andy Nghiem | Jun 7, 2022
Ayisha Irfan, public policy manager of Airbnb, recently said in a press release that Colorado Airbnb Hosts bring visitors to the state who then spend their money at local businesses, boosting the economy.
Avibra and Gridwise offer affordable access to benefits for gig drivers: drivers have been 'stuck in limbo'
By Bree Gonzales | Jun 7, 2022
Gig drivers throughout the US will have access to affordable wellness benefits as the result of a partnership between Iselin, New Jersey-based company Avibra and Gridwise.
Soothe CEO Ellis: Getting to be your own boss is ‘the most attractive thing’ in gig work
By Trina Thomas | Jun 6, 2022
Soothe CEO John Ellis in an episode of the "Building The Independent Economy" podcast said independent contractors love the freedom and flexibility that comes with their work.
'It's busier on some days and times of the week, a lot more tips': Ride-hailing driver
By Bree Gonzales | Jun 1, 2022
Having the liberty to decide on their working hours makes Uber drivers and most of the gig economy workforce love their job.
MBO Partners CEO Miles Everson says 'you get to choose where you spend your time' when it comes to independent workers
By Ariana Chiarenza | Jun 1, 2022
Miles Everson, CEO of microbusiness job platform MBO Partners shared his outlook on the freedom of independent workers in a recent episode of Gallup's podcast.
'There's a war for drivers': InShare CEO Mark Warnquist states insurance benefits could combat rideshare shortages
By Ariana Chiarenza | Jun 1, 2022
Mark Warnquist, CEO and Co-Founder of Insurtech InShare, shared in a podcast that gig platforms should provide further benefits for their workers, specifically better insurance options.
USHCC & Grubhub Restaurant Small Business Grant Program supports Hispanic-owned restaurants: 'Small businesses have faced a disproportionately difficult 18 months'
By Bree Gonzales | May 31, 2022
The United States Hispanic Chamber of Commerce Education Fund and Chicago Headquartered Grubhub have partnered to offer grants ranging from $5,000 to $10,000 for Hispanic-owned restaurants in Los Angeles and San Diego.
Former Vice President of Marketing at Instagram joined Upwork: 'This is an exciting time to be joining Upwork’s visionary leadership team'
By Bree Gonzales | May 31, 2022
Upwork welcomed the former global vice president of marketing for Instagram at Meta, Melissa Waters as one of its new hires this year.
GoPuff waives Buffalo-area delivery fees for two weeks after grocery store shooting
By Trina Thomas | May 31, 2022
GoPuff recently made an announcement that Buffalo-area order delivery fees will be waived for two weeks after the mass shooting at a Buffalo grocery store.
GoPuff's Gola: 'Honored' to makes CNBC's Disruptor 50 list for third consecutive year
By Trina Thomas | May 31, 2022
Yakir Gola, co-founder and co-CEO of GoPuff, is grateful to have made it on CNBC's list of 50 'disrupters' for the third consecutive year.
Lyft offers free rides to grocery store for Buffalo residents after recent shooting: 'Residents, use code "BuffaloLyftUp"'
By Trina Thomas | May 31, 2022
Lyft is now offering free rides to Buffalo residents who need to go to grocery stores after the mass shooting at a Buffalo grocery store left ten dead.
Tovar on Grubhub's donation to New York charity after Buffalo mass shooting: 'Grubhub is about building connections and supporting communities'
By Andy Nghiem | May 30, 2022
Grubhub recently announced a donation to a New York charity organization in the wake of the Buffalo mass shooting.
Uber reveals new resources: 'It's important that drivers with Uber feel comfortable'
By Trina Thomas | May 27, 2022
Uber recently revealed that the company is adding resources to give its drivers a more comfortable and safe experience.
Octopus Interactive acquired by T-Mobile: 'We’re thrilled to join the T-Mobile team'
By Bree Gonzales | May 25, 2022
T-Mobile has acquired Octopus Interactive, the largest national network of interactive video screens inside Uber and Lyft vehicles.
Gaming platform executive: 'We are excited to name DoorDash as the official on-demand delivery platform of FaZe Clan'
By David Beasley | May 24, 2022
FaZe Clan, a lifestyle and media platform "rooted in gaming and youth culture," recently announced a new partnership with DoorDash, according to a news release.
Airbnb launches massive updates: 'The way people travel has changed forever'
By Andy Nghiem | May 24, 2022
Airbnb recently announced that has introduced changes and updates to keep up with the new ways people are living and traveling post-pandemic.