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AI Revolutionizes Expert Networks with Voice
6 May
Summary
- Ethos uses AI and voice onboarding to gather deeper expert knowledge.
- The platform matches complex queries beyond job titles for companies.
- Ethos announced a $22.75 million Series A funding round.
Ethos is pioneering a new era for expert networks by integrating artificial intelligence and voice-based onboarding. Traditional platforms often rely on superficial job titles, but Ethos delves deeper, using voice interviews to gather a richer understanding of experts' diverse knowledge and sub-specializations.
This innovative method enables Ethos to precisely match complex natural language queries from companies with individuals possessing very specific skills and experiences. Examples include finding individuals with startup funding experience or doctors with both specialized research and drug development knowledge.
The company announced a significant $22.75 million Series A funding round, spearheaded by a16z, with support from other prominent investors. This capital injection will fuel the growth of their AI-driven platform.
Founded in 2024 by James Lo and Daniel Mankowitz, Ethos aims to improve economic and employment opportunities by accurately connecting specialized talent with business needs. Their approach considers not only direct expertise but also public data from blogs and academic papers.
Ethos is already serving top hedge funds, private equity firms, and AI labs, charging substantial per-project fees. The company reports strong revenue growth and a rapidly expanding user base, with approximately 35,000 new experts joining weekly.
