Roma AI Raises $1.2 Million Seed Round
Roma AI, a company specializing in creating AI-driven chatbots for platforms like WhatsApp and web, has successfully raised $1.2 million in a seed funding round. The round was led by Invexor Venture Partners and marks a significant step for the startup founded by Richard Barbera and Benjamin De Oto.
Company Overview
Roma AI offers a platform that allows businesses to develop and manage AI agents that integrate with internal systems, including payment gateways and calendars. The platform ensures that sensitive information remains within the client's own infrastructure, providing a secure environment for data management. This service is already being utilized by over 50 companies across Latin America, processing more than 500,000 messages monthly.
Leadership Team
The company's leadership includes CEO Richard Barbera and CCO Benjamin De Oto, who co-founded the startup. Their vision is to automate customer service and sales processes, providing continuous support to clients through AI chatbots tailored to industries such as health, education, and commerce.
Use of Funds
Roma AI plans to allocate the newly acquired funds strategically to facilitate growth and development. Approximately 55% of the funds will be used to expand the team from 9 to 30 employees within the next six months. This expansion includes new hires in Uruguay. Additionally, 33% is earmarked for marketing and event initiatives, while the remaining 12% will be invested in technology and infrastructure enhancements.
Future Plans
With this funding, Roma AI aims to strengthen its market position by expanding its team and improving its technological capabilities. The company offers flexible pricing starting at $99 per month for 500 conversations, making it accessible for a wide range of businesses seeking to enhance their customer engagement through AI.