Gradial, a startup based in Seattle, recently secured $5.4 million in a seed investment round led by Madrona. The aim of the company is to use generative AI to improve the output of marketing departments. The substantial experience of founders Jason Hick and John Beck in machine learning has allowed them to create an AI-powered tool designed to revolutionize marketing campaigns.
With the fresh funding, Gradial plans to grow its team, refine their product, and increase market reach. They aim to provide an automated solution for marketers to create high-performing ad campaigns and powerful content at remarkable speed and on a large scale. They’re also identifying opportunities within other business departments like product development and sales, where AI-generated customized content can improve processes and boost efficiency.
Gradial’s main product is a software component that aids brands in creating websites, campaigns, and other marketing experiences. It streamlines workflows, speeds up content updating, and integrates seamlessly with design platforms like Canva or Figma. It also enhances SEO and provides online support and resources to help users maximize the benefits of the software.
Gradial is part of a growing network of startups using large language model technologies to automate tasks including programming and content generation. Madrona’s Managing Director, Matt McIlwain, sees generative AI as more than just a productivity booster, “It’s about reshaping the workflow to augment human potential” he explains. Gradial’s goal is to facilitate “marketing at the speed of thought,” developing solutions that let marketers react quickly, effectively and strategically.
Before Gradial was established, it had a roster of potential customers, including several Fortune 500 marketing departments. In addition to helping marketers, Gradial’s software can aid sales teams by recouping data from CRM systems using text commands. It intends to free up time spent on menial tasks, enabling marketing and sales professionals to focus more on strategic, creative endeavors.
Gradial plans to use its recent investment to expand its team. Round investors included General Advance, Outsiders Fund, and Space Capital. Gradial’s mission resonates worldwide, strategically positioning them at the forefront of AI technology adoption, ready to discover what lies ahead in the fast-paced, AI-augmented future.
