The company was founded by individuals with experience in building the largest platform for hourly work in the US. They recognized the struggle companies face in effectively engaging with their hourly workers, who often feel disconnected and unappreciated. goHappy aims to solve this problem by offering a platform that fosters connection, mutual appreciation, and full-throttle engagement. By improving employee engagement, companies can reduce turnover, absenteeism, and increase productivity. The company's passion for relationships, community, and workplace culture drives their mission to positively impact organizations and the lives of their employees. goHappy was founded in 2015 and is based in Richmond, Virginia.