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Hey Nghbr is building a better way to discover and support local businesses, powered by real experiences from people nearby. Not ads. Just word of mouth that actually goes somewhere.
Founder Jasmine Criswell was named one of the top women in tech to know in 2026 by Purpose Jobs. The feature highlighted Hey Nghbr as a platform helping people discover trusted local places through shared experiences, while giving small businesses a new way to get found without relying on traditional advertising.
Read the Purpose Jobs featureHey Nghbr was named runner-up for Ann Arbor SPARK's 2025 Best of Bootcamp and awarded funding. The platform was recognized as a standout startup with the potential to drive lasting impact by turning everyday word of mouth into real visibility and economic activity for small businesses.
Read Ann Arbor SPARK coverageHey Nghbr helps real experiences carry further. When something is genuinely worth trying, it becomes easier for others to find it.