# Cognovi Labs

Startup profile on Capital Atlas: https://capitalatlas.ai/startups/cognovi-labs

- Industry: Software
- Headquarters: Columbus, US
- Website: www.cognovilabs.com
- Total disclosed funding: $3M
- Latest round: Seed (Jan 23, 2018)
- Investors on record: 4

## About

Cognovi Labs, Inc. is a US-based company that specializes in developing AI-powered emotional intelligence solutions aimed at enhancing communication and decision-making across sectors such as business, government, and personal use.Founded in 2016 in Columbus, US, Cognovi Labs, Inc. focuses on emotional intelligence technologies. The company underwent a strategic pivot to emphasize AI tools for various sectors. The founders include Amit Sheth, Ben-Ami Gradwohl, Beni Gradwohl, and Flavio Lobato, with Ben-Ami Gradwohl serving as CEO. The company secured USD 2.3 mn in Seed funding on January 23, 2018, led by Ikove Startup Nursery, with participation from Bossa Nova Investimentos and Harvard Business School Alumni Angels. This funding represents the total amount raised across multiple deals.Cognovi Labs specializes in AI-powered emotional intelligence solutions designed to enhance interpersonal communication and decision-making across various sectors, including individuals, businesses, and government entities. Their core product offerings include ethical, privacy-protected Emotion AI tools that facilitate effective communication, conflict resolution, and the strengthening of relationships for personal users. For businesses, Cognovi provides insights into brand emotional positioning, content performance, and message optimization to drive revenue. Government clients benefit from their tools aimed at threat detection, mental readiness improvement, and effective propaganda combat. Cognovi's products are utilized across various geographical markets, including North America and Europe, where they cater to diverse client bases ranging from healthcare and corporate sectors to governmental organizations.Cognovi Labs generates revenue primarily through B2B transactions, partnering with organizations to provide tailored emotional intelligence solutions. The company's pricing structure is based on subscriptions or service agreements that align with the specific needs of their clients. Businesses may engage Cognovi for ongoing emotional insights related to their branding strategies or product launches, while government entities might contract for specialized tools addressing public safety and mental health readiness. The products and services offered, including their flagship Emotion AI tools, form the basis of these partnerships, which include continuous support and updates to ensure client satisfaction and ongoing engagement.Cognovi Labs plans to utilize the USD 2.3 mn raised in the Seed funding round to enhance existing product lines and develop new solutions. The company is focusing on expanding its market presence in Europe and Asia by 2025, targeting sectors like healthcare and government for new client acquisitions. Specific new products are in development, with an aim to introduce advanced features and capabilities by late 2023, which align with the company’s strategic vision for growth.

## Funding rounds

- Seed, Jan 23, 2018, $2.3M — Harvard Business School Alumni Angels, Ikove Startup Nursery, Bossa Nova Investimentos
- Seed, May 30, 2017, $0.7M — Proton Enterprises

## Investors

- Proton Enterprises (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/proton-enterprises) — Seed
- Harvard Business School Alumni Angels — Seed
- Ikove Startup Nursery (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/ikove-startup-nursery) — Seed
- Bossa Nova Investimentos (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/bossa-nova-investimentos) — Seed