Weedle, a social platform that lets users connect with people who need their skills or expertise, announced today that it has raised a $4 million round of funding to expand its platform in the U.S. and around the world.

The recently-launched beta version combines the basic elements of social networking with advanced semantic web technology to create a network of individuals showcasing specific skill, expertise or talent. If you’re in need, for example, of a social media specialist, then through Weedle you can connect with people marketing that as their skill.

The platform also lets users promote their expertise to a network of contacts. That way they are highlighted in search results if they share a mutual friend with the person looking. They can also be found through search engines like Google.

The Ireland-based site, founded just this year, is free to join and looking to target professional services, trade, and craft professionals.

Funding came from several investors, including Irish business entrepreneurs Michael Smurfit and Weedle co-founder and CEO Iain MacDonald, as well as the Irish government agency, Enterprise Ireland.

Companies: Weedle

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