Matchmaker, Matchmaker, make me a match! (RedBeacon snags top prize at TechCrunch 50)
Sep 22, 2009 • Startups • Efren Toscano
RedBeacon, a new way to find local service providers similar to the OpenTable model, nabbed the $50,000 grand prize at the recent TechCrunch50 conference in San Francisco. If you find it a hassle to locate a dependable plumber or electrician, RedBeacon will do it for you. Once you request a service, local businesses can bid on your job, and in turn, you can compare prices, reviews and even schedule the work online. RedBeacon will initially be offered in San Francisco. Catch our interview with Co-Founder Ethan Anderson here:
