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Malakye, (founded September 2002) by Chad Mihalick^[1], is a professional networking platform that connects people and companies in lifestyle-driven industries such as action sports^[2], fashion, and outdoor activities. ^[1]The company is headquartered in Austin, Texas^[1], and it serves as a hub for job seekers, employers, and industry professionals, offering job listings, networking opportunities, and exclusive events to enhance connections within these sectors.^[1] ^[3]^[4]

History

Chad Mihalick founded Malakye in September 2002. By 2007, Malakye had grown and expanded its reach from a small idea into a community. The platform has become the destination for professionals in the action sports industry to find jobs, network, and interact with like-minded people. Malakye over time extended beyond action sports to include a wider range of lifestyle-driven industries, such as fashion, streetwear, and outdoor activities.^[2] ^[3]^[4]

As the company grew, Malakye continued to invest in the infrastructure to meet the needs of its growing community. Over the past few years^[2], the company entered into an advertising partnership with LinkedIn, bringing more visibility to businesses and providing job applicants with better exposure. Malakye.com remains a leading resource for professionals in lifestyle industries by providing job listings, networking opportunities, and events that help its users thrive both online and offline. ^[2]^[4]

Products and services

Malakye offers a range of products and services to professionals and companies in lifestyle-driven industries.^[4]^[5] The platform features job listings, enabling users to search and apply for positions in fields such as action sports^[4]^[5], fashion, and outdoor activities. Users can create detailed profiles to connect with potential employers and other professionals within their industry. The site also facilitates networking through messaging and collaboration features, as well as hosting events such as job fairs, workshops, and meetups to foster in-person connections.^[4]^[5] Additionally, Malakye supports businesses by providing recruitment tools, including job posting and access to a community of qualified candidates. The platform extends advertising opportunities to companies, enhancing their reach through partnerships such as one with LinkedIn. To support professional growth, Malakye offers resources like events and networking opportunities aimed at advancing careers within these specialized industries.^[4]^[5]^[6]

References

^ ^a ^b ^c ^d "MALAKYE LTD overview - Find and update company information - GOV.UK". find-and-update.company-information.service.gov.uk. Retrieved 2025-01-02.
^ ^a ^b ^c ^d SIA (2016-04-11). "Malakye.com is Now Your Professional Network - Check It Out". Snowsports Industries America. Retrieved 2025-01-02.
^ ^a ^b "Malakye". Betterteam. Retrieved 2025-01-02.
^ ^a ^b ^c ^d ^e ^f ^g https://www.slydehandboards.com/blogs/news/37351745-malakye-interview-with-steve-watts-slyde-
^ ^a ^b ^c ^d Vilaboy, Martin (2019-02-20). "Malakye.com Taps Into LinkedIn Audience". Inside Outdoor Magazine. Retrieved 2025-01-02.
^ "Director of Growth / Customer Acquisition Director Job at Malakye.com in San Diego, California". Influencer Marketing Jobs. Retrieved 2025-01-02.

[:0-1] "MALAKYE LTD overview - Find and update company information - GOV.UK". find-and-update.company-information.service.gov.uk. Retrieved 2025-01-02.

[:1-2] SIA (2016-04-11). "Malakye.com is Now Your Professional Network - Check It Out". Snowsports Industries America. Retrieved 2025-01-02.

[:2-3] "Malakye". Betterteam. Retrieved 2025-01-02.

[:3-4] ^ ^a ^b ^c ^d ^e ^f ^g https://www.slydehandboards.com/blogs/news/37351745-malakye-interview-with-steve-watts-slyde-

[:4-5] Vilaboy, Martin (2019-02-20). "Malakye.com Taps Into LinkedIn Audience". Inside Outdoor Magazine. Retrieved 2025-01-02.

[6] "Director of Growth / Customer Acquisition Director Job at Malakye.com in San Diego, California". Influencer Marketing Jobs. Retrieved 2025-01-02.

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