Firsthand Raises $26M Series A to Expand AI-Powered Brand Agent Platform
Firsthand is transforming brand engagement by integrating AI-driven solutions that allow brands and publishers to interact with consumers more effectively.
Company Name: Firsthand
Location: New York City, NY
Industry: Marketing
Funding Details:
- Amount: $26M (Series A)
- Investors:
- Lead: Radical Ventures (return investor)
- Participants: FirstMark Capital, Aperiam Ventures, Michael Ovitz’s Crossbeam Venture Partners
- Angel Investors: David Rosenblatt, Brian O’Kelley, Bob Lord
Purpose of Investment:
- Expand product capabilities
- Grow the team to support increasing demand
Product:
Firsthand provides an AI-powered brand agent platform designed to help marketers and publishers attract, engage, and retain consumers.
Key features include:
- Lakebed™ Data & Knowledge Rights Management: Ensures marketers and publishers maintain full control over their content and intellectual property while enabling AI-powered brand agents.
- Secure AI Collaboration: Allows brands and partners to safely leverage AI for consumer engagement while maintaining control over how data is accessed and used.
About the Company:
Firsthand is transforming brand engagement by integrating AI-driven solutions that allow brands and publishers to interact with consumers more effectively. The company is experiencing rapid growth, with plans to double its workforce by the end of the year. Some of the world’s largest brands and publishers already rely on Firsthand’s platform to optimize consumer interactions and drive marketing success.
