Chima was founded by Nikhara Nirghin, Kiara Nirghin in 2022.

Who are Chima's investors?

Chima's investors include Wayfinder Ventures, Y Combinator, Caffeinated Capital, Soma Capital.

Where is Chima headquartered?

Chima is headquartered in San Francisco, US.

Chima

San Francisco, US · Founded 2022 · 7 employees · Hiring · 4 known investors

Chima builds AI and data-driven solutions for marketing and business performance, founded by award-winning researchers with expertise in AI technology.

Also known as Atara · Rather

AI & Machine Learning Developer Tools Enterprise Software Marketing Tech SaaS Artificial Intelligence Generative AI B2BUnited States of AmericaAmerica / Canada

Founders & leadership· Y Combinator alumni (W23)

Chima was founded in 2022 by Nikhara Nirghin and Kiara Nirghin.

Nikhara Nirghin in 𝕏Co-founder and CEOShe previously worked at Goldman Sachs and Deloitte Consulting and holds an MBA from London Business School alongside undergraduate and graduate degrees in Mathematical Statistics and Actuarial Science.30 Under 30 2025

Kiara Nirghin in 𝕏Co-founder and CEO30 Under 30 2025

Investors · 4

Wayfinder VenturesSan Francisco · $300K – $1M

Y CombinatorSan Francisco · $500K

Caffeinated CapitalreportedSan Francisco · $3M – $50M

Soma CapitalreportedSacramento · $100K – $300K

Frequently asked questions

What does Chima do?: Chima builds AI and data-driven solutions for marketing and business performance, founded by award-winning researchers with expertise in AI technology.
Who founded Chima?: Chima was founded by Nikhara Nirghin, Kiara Nirghin in 2022.
Who are Chima's investors?: Chima's investors include Wayfinder Ventures, Y Combinator, Caffeinated Capital, Soma Capital.
Where is Chima headquartered?: Chima is headquartered in San Francisco, US.