WorkOnward is a map-based hiring platform designed to connect local small businesses with hourly workers in a faster, more inclusive, and community-centered way. Built with small employers and underserved job seekers in mind, WorkOnward streamlines the hiring process for industries like food service, retail, hospitality, construction, and manufacturing—where on-site, flexible, and seasonal roles are critical. Unlike traditional job boards, WorkOnward uses a location-first approach that helps job seekers easily find nearby roles that match their availability, skills, and language preferences. For small businesses, the platform offers affordable tools to post jobs, review candidates, and manage hiring through a simplified applicant tracking system (ATS). WorkOnward also integrates AI voice resume tools, EEO-informed hiring practices, and inclusive design to reduce bias and create better pathways for non-traditional workers, such as first-generation immigrants, students, and caregivers. By focusing on hyper-local job ecosystems, the platform aims to strengthen neighborhood economies and increase economic mobility at the grassroots level. Whether you’re a restaurant owner looking for reliable part-time help or a job seeker without a polished resume, WorkOnward makes hiring more human, efficient, and equitable—for everyone involved.