LEAD
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LEAD.Bot is a Microsoft Teams bot that automatically matches employees within an organization for virtual meetings and mentorship programs. It integrates with Outlook calendars to coordinate availability and supports cross-team matching and buddy programs to strengthen workplace culture.
Founders & leadership
Investors · 11
How we know: Expert DOJO's portfolio page · Not right? Tell us
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Also in the syndicate · 1
Funding
SEC filings, press & company announcements- Undisclosed amountSeries CFeb 2026
Lightspeed Venture Partners (lead), Evantic, Kleiner Perkins, Saga VC, Sequoia Capital, South Park Commons
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Source: company announcements and press reports — follow each round's link for the claim.
Frequently asked questions
- What does LEAD do?
- LEAD.Bot is a Microsoft Teams bot that automatically matches employees within an organization for virtual meetings and mentorship programs. It integrates with Outlook calendars to coordinate availability and supports cross-team matching and buddy programs to strengthen workplace culture.
- Who founded LEAD?
- LEAD was founded by Yumi Kimura.
- Who are LEAD's investors?
- LEAD's investors include Expert DOJO, Newfund Capital, Oridun Capital Management, Pappas Capital, Kleiner Perkins, Lightspeed Venture Partners, Saga Ventures, Sequoia Capital and 2 more.




