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Neurala

Techstars '13

Boston, US · Founded 2013 · Delaware corporation · 26 employees on LinkedIn · 15 known investors

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Neurala develops artificial intelligence technology for edge devices that learns from limited data in real-time without forgetting, embedded in products for enterprise customers across industries.

Founders & leadership

Neurala was founded in 2013 by Massimiliano Versace, Anatoly Gorshechnikov, Heather Ames Versace, and Anatoli Gorchet.

MVMassimiliano Versace
Massimiliano VersaceCEO, President, Co-Founder, Board Member2006–2025Massimiliano Versace holds dual PhDs and has over 25 years of experience developing AI systems for edge devices and embedded systems. He co-founded Neurala, which deployed edge-AI technology across robotics and industrial automation, and currently serves as Global Head of Emergent AI at Analog Devices.
AG
Anatoly GorshechnikovCo-founder
HAHeather Ames Versace
Heather Ames VersaceCo-founder and COOShe holds a Ph.D. in Cognitive and Neural Systems from Boston University and a BS in Cognitive Neuroscience from UC Berkeley, and previously served as Executive Director and Co-PI of the NSF-sponsored CELEST Science of Learning Center at Boston University.
AGAnatoli Gorchet
Anatoli GorchetCo-Founder, CEO and CTOFounder of Neurala, which develops artificial intelligence technology for edge devices that learns from limited data in real-time.
RM
Roger MatusVice President of Products and Markets2013–2017

Board

BB
Bruno BonnellBoard director

Investors · 15

Also in the syndicate · 3

360 Capital PartnersDraper Associates InvestmentsMotorola Ventures

Funding

SEC filings, press & company announcements

$32.7M disclosed across 5 rounds · 2014–2021

▶$4.9MraisedJun 2020 · 12 investors · Other
Rule 506(b)
Officers, directors & promoters on the filing
  • Cesare MaifrediDirector
  • Ben LambertDirector
  • Massimiliano VersaceExecutive Officer, Director
  • Anatoli GorchetExecutive Officer
  • Heather Ames VersaceDirector
  • Dan CurtisExecutive Officer
Offering amount
$12M
Amount sold
$4.9M
First sale
May 2020
Incorporated
Corporation, Delaware
Federal exemptions
06b
Full filing on SEC EDGAR ↗
▶$13.7MraisedDec 2016 · 19 investors · Other Technology
Rule 506(b)
Officers, directors & promoters on the filing
  • Roger MatusExecutive Officer
  • Ben LambertDirector
  • Heather Ames VersaceExecutive Officer, Director
  • Massimiliano VersaceExecutive Officer, Director
  • Anatoly GorschechnikovExecutive Officer
  • Cesare MaifrediDirector
Offering amount
$14M
Amount sold
$13.7M
First sale
Dec 2016
Incorporated
Corporation, Delaware, 2013
Federal exemptions
06b
Full filing on SEC EDGAR ↗
▶$1.2MraisedApr 2016 · 3 investors · Other
Rule 506(b)
Officers, directors & promoters on the filing
  • Massimiliano VersaceExecutive Officer, Director
  • Roger MatusExecutive Officer
  • Anatoly GorshechnikovExecutive Officer
  • Heather Ames VersaceExecutive Officer, Director
  • Bruno BonnellDirector
Offering amount
$1.2M
Amount sold
$1.2M
First sale
Apr 2016
Incorporated
Corporation, Delaware, 2013
Federal exemptions
06b
Full filing on SEC EDGAR ↗
▶$926.3KraisedDec 2014 · 6 investors · Other Technology
Rule 506(b)
Officers, directors & promoters on the filing
  • Heather Ames VersaceDirector, Promoter
  • Anatoly GorshechnikovExecutive Officer, Promoter
  • Massimiliano VersaceExecutive Officer, Director, Promoter
Offering amount
$926.3K
Amount sold
$926.3K
First sale
Nov 2014
Incorporated
Corporation, Delaware, 2013
Federal exemptions
06b
Full filing on SEC EDGAR ↗

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

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Frequently asked questions

What does Neurala do?
Neurala develops artificial intelligence technology for edge devices that learns from limited data in real-time without forgetting, embedded in products for enterprise customers across industries.
Who founded Neurala?
Neurala was founded by Massimiliano Versace, Anatoly Gorshechnikov, Heather Ames Versace, Anatoli Gorchet in 2013.
Who are Neurala's investors?
Neurala's investors include 360 Capital, BYU Cougar Capital, Draper Associates, Perot Jain, Raptor Group, Techstars, ACME Capital, Ecomobility Ventures and 4 more.
How much funding has Neurala raised?
Neurala has disclosed $32.7M raised across 5 rounds.
Where is Neurala headquartered?
Neurala is headquartered in Boston, US.