Hellbender Inc.
Hellbender is a technology and manufacturing company specializing in AI-driven perception systems and industrial applications. They offer a range of products including AI camera systems and custom software solutions, primarily serving businesses in the robotics and technology sectors. Their operations are based in the USA, focusing on high-quality manufacturing and rapid prototyping.
Employees
100
Founded
2021
Ownership
venture capital
Est. revenue
$11.5M
Headcount
100
Website visitors
48,120
Workforce
Headcount by location
- United States100%
Split by department
- Engineering & R&D56%
- Operations19%
- Founder, Owner & Executive9.7%
- Consulting & Advisory4.8%
- Other9.7%
Seniority distribution
- Less than 5 years92%
- 5 to 10 years4.8%
- 10 to 20 years1.6%
- 30 years and more1.6%
Funding
$12.6M
Raised to date
DateTypeAmountInvestors
- 19 May 2026Seed$12.5MActive X-it, Gaingels, Magarac Venture Partners, Mana Ventures, SUM Ventures
One earlier round, with its terms and sources.
Investors
InvestorCompanies backedCountry
GaingelsGaingels is a venture capital firm that focuses on investing in companies with diverse and underrepresented leadership. They provide capital and support to startups, particularly those led by LGBTQIA+ individuals and other underrepresented groups.764United States
Mana VenturesMana Ventures is a venture capital firm that specializes in investing in early-stage startups, particularly in the deep tech and AI sectors. The firm provides funding and strategic support to help founders scale their businesses. Their portfolio81United States
SUM VenturesSUM Ventures is a venture capital firm that invests in early-stage startups across various sectors, including FinTech and CleanTech. They provide capital, strategic guidance, and operational support to founders, helping them navigate challenges and24United States
Magarac Venture PartnersMagarac Venture Partners is a venture capital firm based in Pittsburgh, PA, specializing in early-stage investments in technology companies. They focus on empowering entrepreneurs in the Midwest by providing capital and strategic support to help10United States
Revenue
$11.5M
EBITDA
24.8M
Revenue source: Modeled estimate
Recent news
- First Breach completes first flight of drone prototype and advances american-made manufacturing through Hellbender agreement.signs new client
- AI companies expand U.S. Footprints as Hellbender, UST Invest in new hqs, innovation hubs.increases headcount by
- Hellbender doubles Pittsburgh footprint to meet demand for Physical AI hardware and software.expands offices in
- Harnessing AI to revolutionize bike safety with Velo AI.partners with
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