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Protect what matters
Benefits built for independent life
Explore health coverage and protection designed around the way self-employed professionals actually work.
Built by the self-employed, for the self-employed.See what membership includes
The home for independent professionals
Independence should come with security.
1099 Workers brings benefits, practical tools, trusted guidance, and a powerful community together in one place—so you can build what’s next with confidence.
One membership.
A stronger independent career.
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MEMBER BENEFITSupport that travels with you
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COMMUNITYMade for independents
✦Real benefitsfor real life
◒Financial toolsfor variable income
◎Trusted guidancewhen decisions matter
↗Powerful communityto help you grow
Why 1099 Workers
Going independent shouldn’t mean going without.
We know firsthand that self-employment comes with freedom—and gaps. Gaps in coverage, financial infrastructure, expert support, and community.
1099 Workers exists to close those gaps with an institution designed around independent professionals from day one.
Meet your communityA better model
“Everything independent professionals deserve, gathered in one place.”
1connected membership
4pillars of support
∞ways to grow
What Utopia delivers
More than a benefits platform.
A foundation for your future.
Everything is powered by the 1099 Workers benefits engine—real resources, live today, designed to work together.
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Build with confidence
Financial tools that fit your income
Get practical resources for managing money, planning ahead, and building a more resilient independent career.
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Get expert support
Trusted advisors in your corner
Connect with people who understand the choices, tradeoffs, and opportunities that come with working for yourself.
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Grow together
A community that opens doors
Meet peers, mentors, and collaborators who can help you move your work—and your career—forward.
How it works
From sign-up to supported in four simple steps.
Joining Utopia takes less than five minutes. The value keeps growing from there.
Start your profileCreate your profile
Share a few details about your work and what you’re building.
Choose your level
Pick the membership that matches where you are today.
Get verified
Join a quality community built around real independent professionals.
Start connecting
Explore benefits, meet members, and put your resources to work.
Who we serve
Built for every dimension of independent work.
The independent workforce is one of the most dynamic—and underserved—parts of the economy. We’re building the infrastructure, community, tools, and advocacy it deserves.
ConsultantsCreatorsFreelancersGig workersIndependent operatorsSelf-employed professionals
Your next move
Ready to stop going it alone?
Join Utopia and get the benefits, tools, guidance, and community independent professionals deserve.
Contact
Questions before you join? Ask us.
Tell us about your work and what you need. A real person on the 1099 Workers team will get back to you.
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