Ep59 Scott Bennett - Solutions for the Teen Workforce

I had some pivotal jobs growing up that really shaped who I am today. From mowing lawns and taking care of horses as a teenager to waiting tables in college, I’m still using the skills that I developed during those early experiences. My guest on the show today, Scott Bennett, is the Co-Founder and CEO of Skratch, an app that connects teens with individuals looking for affordable help with tasks. Scott and his Co-Founder, Ronen Akiva, saw a problem in their own households as their kids struggled to find work in the traditional ways. Scott and Ronen believe in young people and that they deserve the chance to learn to earn. Their vision is to leverage technology while offering flexibility to help give teens the same opportunities that so many adults have today, meaning - being able to work when, how and for who they want to while meeting the demands of their busy lifestyles. Scott walks us through getting this amazing platform off the ground and some of the real-world success