Tenor is a San Francisco–based startup delivering AI-driven leadership development tools for managers. Its platform provides realistic voice simulations tailored to a company’s leadership philosophy, allowing managers to rehearse conversations and receive coaching-style feedback. Users can track their growth directly within voice, text, Slack, and Microsoft Teams workflows. The enterprise-ready product is SOC 2 Type 1 certified, integrates with learning management systems, and embeds AI trust-and-safety controls. Co-founders Charlie Stigler and James Cross plan to extend Tenor’s integrations across the broader HR tech stack to make coaching even more personalized and contextual. A recent $5.4 million seed round will fund expanded operations and accelerated product development.

Total raised

$5M

Funding rounds

1

Latest round

Seed

Latest activity

Dec 2024