What does Lightcast do?

Lightcast is a leader in labor market intelligence and workforce analytics, providing organizations in enterprise, education, and the public sector with real-time data for informed workforce decisions. Founded in 2000 and rebranded in 2022, the company is headquartered in Moscow, Idaho, with international offices in several countries, including the UK, Canada, and India. Lightcast employs between 501 and 1,000 people and generates around $167 million in annual revenue. The company offers services such as labor market data analytics, talent intelligence, workforce planning, and economic impact analysis. Lightcast integrates data from over 100 sources to create a comprehensive dataset covering the U.S. and expanding to more than 165 countries. Its main products include the Talent Analyst software platform, APIs, and Data Shares, which provide insights into skills, jobs, and workforce trends. Lightcast serves a diverse clientele, including businesses, educational institutions, and government entities, helping them make data-driven decisions in a rapidly changing labor market.