# Hestus

Startup profile on Capital Atlas: https://capitalatlas.ai/startups/hestus

- Industry: Software
- Headquarters: San Francisco, US
- Website: www.hestus.co
- Total disclosed funding: $7.4M
- Latest round: Seed (Oct 2, 2026)
- Investors on record: 4

## About

Founded in 2024 by CEO Sohrab Haghighat and CTO Kevin Chu in California, US, Hestus, Inc. focuses on creating advanced AI-based CAD tools. In October 2026, Hestus, Inc. raised USD 7.4 million in seed funding led by Insight Partners, with participation from Chalfen Ventures, Rock Yard Ventures, and Garage Capital.

Hestus specializes in AI-based computer-aided design (CAD) solutions focused on improving hardware development processes. The company's product automates routine design tasks, managing the design execution process. Its AI-powered CAD tool integrates with Autodesk Fusion 360, targeting engineers and designers in various industries who require efficient design solutions, potentially serving customers in sectors such as electronics, automotive, and consumer products.

The company will use the October 2026 funding to hire machine learning and software engineers, improve its mechanical engineering AI models, and speed up product development.

## Funding rounds

- Seed, Oct 2, 2026, $7.4M — Insight Partners, Garage Capital, Chalfen Ventures, Rock Yard Ventures

## Investors

- Insight Partners (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/insight-partners) — Seed
- Garage Capital (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/garage-capital) — Seed
- Chalfen Ventures (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/chalfen-ventures) — Seed
- Rock Yard Ventures (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/rock-yard-ventures) — Seed