Metavesco, Inc. announced that its staffing subsidiary Epic Labor, Inc. generated $419,111 in revenue during the first quarter of 2026, representing a 37.2% increase compared to the same period in 2025. This growth comes as the company reassesses its previously announced expansion roadmap that targeted 98 branches and $125-$135 million in run-rate revenue by 2029.
The strategic reassessment is informed by the company's experience with an AI-powered virtual staffing pilot launched in June 2025 in Gainesville, Georgia. While the pilot did not advance to full deployment due to projected start-up costs, it provided insights into which components of the staffing model could be executed through artificial intelligence. These learnings, combined with Metavesco's experience building Vesco Ventures and its AI-powered Investor Relations Agent I.R.A., have sharpened management's understanding of where AI can create operational leverage within Epic Labor's business model.
"Epic Labor's fundamentals are strong, and this quarter proves the model works," said Ryan Schadel, CEO of Metavesco. "But AI is fundamentally changing what's possible in staffing and across every industry. The Gainesville pilot taught us something important: certain parts of this business can absolutely be run by AI."
The company is now conducting a full strategic review of its entire portfolio to determine whether traditional branch expansion or AI-native operating models represent the highest-velocity path to value creation. This review will identify where the company should double down on investments, find partners or buyers for certain assets, or make difficult decisions about exiting certain business lines. Additional information about the company can be found at https://metavesco.com.
This strategic shift reflects broader industry trends where traditional service businesses are evaluating how artificial intelligence can transform operational models. The staffing industry, which has traditionally relied on physical locations and human recruiters, represents a significant opportunity for AI-driven efficiency gains in sourcing, screening, and managing labor resources. Metavesco's experience suggests that while AI implementation requires careful consideration of capital requirements, the technology offers potential for scaling operations more rapidly than traditional expansion methods.
The company expects to provide additional detail on the strategic review and any resulting actions as they develop. Investors seeking more information about the company's financial filings can access them through https://otcmarkets.com. The outcome of this strategic review could signal a broader transformation in how staffing companies leverage technology to scale operations while maintaining service quality and responsiveness to client needs.
