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YC W23

Seattle, US · Founded 2023 · 2 employees · 7 known investors

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Backdrop Agent provides AI teammates ("Alex" as a product manager and "Sam" as an engineer) that manage projects, handle technical tasks, and maintain product context for software teams. The platform integrates with Slack, Notion, Linear, GitHub, and other workflow tools to automate product operations and development work.

Also known as Twig Tech Inc. · Twig Tech, Inc. · Backdrop (previously Twig) · Sphere · Sphere, Twig, Backdrop, Backdrop (previously Twig) · Twig

AI & Machine LearningEnterprise SoftwareFintechFuture of WorkB2BAIUnited States of AmericaAmerica / CanadaPartly Remote

Founders & leadership· Y Combinator alumni (W23)

Backdrop was founded in 2023 by Akanksha Singh and Caitlin Short.

ASAkanksha Singh
Akanksha SinghCo-FounderFounder of Backdrop, which provides AI teammates that automate product operations and development work for software teams.30 Under 30 2024
CSCaitlin Short
Caitlin ShortCo-Founder & CTOFounder of Backdrop, which builds AI teammates that manage projects and automate product operations for software teams.

Investors · 7

Aidenlair Capitalreported

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Bragiel BrothersreportedSan Francisco

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Capitalize VCreportedChicago · $100K – $200K

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HTwentyreportedMiami · $100K – $1M

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Singularity Venturesreported

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StonksreportedSan Francisco

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Frequently asked questions

What does Backdrop do?
Backdrop Agent provides AI teammates ("Alex" as a product manager and "Sam" as an engineer) that manage projects, handle technical tasks, and maintain product context for software teams. The platform integrates with Slack, Notion, Linear, GitHub, and other workflow tools to automate product operations and development work.
Who founded Backdrop?
Backdrop was founded by Akanksha Singh, Caitlin Short in 2023.
Who are Backdrop's investors?
Backdrop's investors include Y Combinator, Aidenlair Capital, Bragiel Brothers, Capitalize VC, HTwenty, Singularity Ventures, Stonks.
Where is Backdrop headquartered?
Backdrop is headquartered in Seattle, US.