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Seattle Startup Actual AI Raises $3.2M for AI Engineering Management Tools with Madrona Venture Group leading the investment.

PRIVATESep 30, 2025•8 months ago

Amount Raised

$3.2 Million

Round Type

seed

SeattleSoftwareArtificial IntelligenceMachine Learning

Investors

Matt WoodPsl VenturesMadrona Venture Group

Description

Actual AI has secured $3.2 million in seed funding to develop AI agents tailored for engineering managers. Led by Madrona Venture Group, the investment includes participation from PSL Ventures and notable angels. The company aims to address managerial challenges faced in software development by integrating AI into leadership roles. Founders Ethan Byrd and John Kennedy leverage their industry expertise to create tools that enhance team workflows.

Company Information

Company

Actual AI

Location

Seattle, Washington, United States

About

Actual AI is a Seattle-based startup focused on enhancing the management side of software engineering through AI agents. Founded by industry veterans Ethan Byrd and John Kennedy, the company aims to tackle the challenge of integrating soft skills into code creation processes. Its tools are designed to assist engineering managers with tasks like reviewing pull requests, optimizing workflows, and providing contextual feedback on code quality. Actual AI seeks to bridge the gap between automated coding and effective team leadership.

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