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Eridu

Saratoga, US · Founded 2023 · 114 employees on LinkedIn · 20 known investors

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Eridu develops networking infrastructure optimized for artificial intelligence workloads. The company designs networking solutions to address the demands of AI systems that exceed the capabilities of existing infrastructure.

Founders & leadership

Eridu was founded in 2023 by Drew Perkins.

DPDrew Perkins
Drew PerkinsCEO and founderHe previously co-founded Mojo Vision, which developed augmented reality contact lens technology, and founded or co-founded several networking and optical communications companies including Infinera (CTO), OnFiber Communications, Lightera Networks, and Gainspeed.
BKBrian Kinard
Brian KinardCFO and CLOBrian Kinard serves as CFO and CLO at Eridu AI, bringing decades of experience in corporate law and finance. He has facilitated multiple equity financings, negotiated complex contracts and partnerships, and advised on strategic decisions across cleantech, hardware, software, and mobile development.

Board

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Jagdeep SinghBoard director
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Dipender SalujaBoard directorGeneral Partner at Technology Impact
WHWen Hsieh
Wen HsiehBoard directorFounding Managing Partner at Matter Venture Partners
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Christian GallagherBoard director
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Omar HassenBoard director

Investors · 20

Reported raises · per SEC filings

Form D private placements

$187.5M disclosed across 1 round · 2026

▶$187.5MraisedMar 2026 · 51 investors · Other Technology
Rule 506(b)
Officers, directors & promoters on the filing
  • Christian GallagherDirector
  • Jagdeep SinghDirector
  • Omar HassenDirector
  • Dipender SalujaDirector
  • Brian KinardExecutive Officer
  • Wen HsiehDirector
  • Drew PerkinsExecutive Officer, Director, Promoter
Offering amount
$200M
Amount sold
$187.5M
First sale
Mar 2026
Incorporated
Corporation, Delaware, 2023
Federal exemptions
06b
Full filing on SEC EDGAR ↗

Source: SEC EDGAR Form D. Amounts as filed; amended filings shown once at their latest values.

Founder mafia

2 people who came through Eridu went on to found or lead other companies.

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Frequently asked questions

What does Eridu do?
Eridu develops networking infrastructure optimized for artificial intelligence workloads. The company designs networking solutions to address the demands of AI systems that exceed the capabilities of existing infrastructure.
Who founded Eridu?
Eridu was founded by Drew Perkins in 2023.
Who are Eridu's investors?
Eridu's investors include Bosch Ventures, Catapult Ventures, Matter Venture Partners, OUP (Osage University Partners), Socratic Partners, TDK Ventures, Zelda Ventures, Black Opal Ventures and 12 more.
How much funding has Eridu raised?
Eridu has disclosed $187.5M raised across 1 round.
Where is Eridu headquartered?
Eridu is headquartered in Saratoga, US.