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Gyde

Austin, US · Founded 2019 · 19 employees on LinkedIn · 6 known investors

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Gyde builds AI infrastructure and workflow-specific applications for enterprises, spanning model routing, inference, fine-tuning, and evaluation as well as digital adoption and knowledge-delivery platforms. It offers configured solutions such as RAG systems, AI agents, and compliance tools aimed at sectors including financial services, healthcare, and accounting.

AI & Machine LearningDeep TechEnterprise SoftwareSaaS

Founders & leadership

Gyde was founded in 2019 by Shubham Deshmukh, Prasanna Vaidya, Sam E. Wiener, and William C. Johnson.

SDShubham Deshmukh
Shubham DeshmukhCo Founder
PVPrasanna Vaidya
Prasanna VaidyaFounderPrasanna Vaidya is founder of Gyde, an AI infrastructure company that provides enterprise workflow automation, model routing, and compliance tools. He hosts the GydeBites podcast and writes on AI and governance topics.
SESam E. Wiener
Sam E. WienerCo-founderCOO & Co-Founder at Gyde AI-native Health Insurance Brokerage
WC
William C. JohnsonCo-founder

Board

IK
Isaac KimBoard director
BF
Brenton FargnoliBoard director

Investors · 6

Lightspeed Venture Partnerslisted by Lightspeed Venture PartnersMenlo Park · $1M – $5M

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Crystal Venture PartnersreportedNew York · $1M – $3M

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MVP VenturesreportedChicago

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Optum VenturesreportedBoston

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Also in the syndicate · 1

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Funding

SEC filings, press & company announcements

$76.4M disclosed across 2 of 3 rounds · 2021–2026

▶$16.4MraisedFeb 2026 · 7 investors · Other
Rule 506(b)
Officers, directors & promoters on the filing
  • Sam E. WienerDirector, Promoter
  • Isaac KimDirector
  • William C. JohnsonExecutive Officer, Director, Promoter
  • Brenton FargnoliDirector
Offering amount
$50M
Amount sold
$16.4M
First sale
Jan 2026
Incorporated
Corporation, Delaware, 2025
Federal exemptions
06b
Full filing on SEC EDGAR ↗

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

Frequently asked questions

What does Gyde do?
Gyde builds AI infrastructure and workflow-specific applications for enterprises, spanning model routing, inference, fine-tuning, and evaluation as well as digital adoption and knowledge-delivery platforms. It offers configured solutions such as RAG systems, AI agents, and compliance tools aimed at sectors including financial services, healthcare, and accounting.
Who founded Gyde?
Gyde was founded by Shubham Deshmukh, Prasanna Vaidya, Sam E. Wiener, William C. Johnson in 2019.
Who are Gyde's investors?
Gyde's investors include Better Capital, Lightspeed Venture Partners, Crystal Venture Partners, MVP Ventures, Optum Ventures.
How much funding has Gyde raised?
Gyde has disclosed $76.4M raised across 2 of its 3 known rounds.
Where is Gyde headquartered?
Gyde is headquartered in Austin, US.