Marc Benioff, Jack Altman, and Sapphire Ventures invested $9 million in this sales tech startup. Check out its pitch deck.

Gaurav Bhattacharya, the visionary founder and CEO of Jeeva AI, conceived his groundbreaking sales technology platform during a challenging period with his previous venture. Reflecting on his past experiences, he noted, "Despite securing contracts with major clients, our inability to excel in sales ultimately led to our struggles." This insight inspired Jeeva AI to transition from a customer intelligence platform to a more dynamic sales assistance tool. The San Francisco-based startup aims to develop a product that acts as a supportive companion, enhancing anyone’s sales abilities. Bhattacharya compares Jeeva AI’s mission to that of coding assistant Cursor, emphasizing the platform's role in empowering sales professionals. Recently, Jeeva AI successfully raised $9 million in funding from a notable group of investors, including JLL Spark, Sapphire Ventures, and Jack Altman’s Alt Capital, alongside contributions from industry leaders like Marc Benioff and Launch Capital. Launched this year, the platform assists users in identifying potential leads and customers by leveraging existing communication channels, effectively serving as a "coach" during email and phone interactions. Jeeva AI provides users with flexible pricing options, including free and paid tiers, where credits can be purchased in increments of $20, $50, and $100. Currently, the platform boasts around 300 paying customers, including prominent names like real estate leader JLL and energy firm Whisper Energy. To attract new clients, Bhattacharya’s team employed a unique strategy by transferring small amounts of money through PayPal to prospective customers, accompanied by a brief introduction to the company. This innovative approach garnered mixed reactions, with some potential clients expressing enthusiasm while others criticized the tactic. Out of the 250 individuals reached, 50 agreed to meetings, and 20 ultimately became customers. With a team of 20 employees, Jeeva AI is strategically allocating its recent funding, planning to invest half in sales and marketing efforts while dedicating the other half to enhancing its AI models, further solidifying its position in the competitive sales technology landscape.