Paro
4 known investors
Paro operates an AI-driven marketplace and growth platform that connects businesses with vetted freelance finance and accounting professionals. The platform enables remote work arrangements and provides tools for independent professionals to build flexible careers.
Founders & leadership
Investors · 4
Sierra VenturesSan Mateo · $10M
Madrona Venture GroupreportedSeattle · $2M – $10M
Top Tier Capital Partnersreported · 2 sourcesSan Francisco
Also in the syndicate · 1
Revolution Ventures
Funding
SEC filings, press & company announcements$25M disclosed across 1 of 3 rounds · 2023–2026
- $25MSeries CJun 2023 · 4 sources
Top Tier Capital Partners (lead), Madrona Venture Group, Revolution Ventures, Sierra Ventures
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Source: company announcements and press reports — follow each round's link for the claim.
Competitors · 8
by search overlap
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Ramp1119 shared keywordsRamp offers a finance platform that combines corporate cards, expense management, and AI-driven automation for receipt capture, transaction coding, and reimbursements. It serves finance teams and businesses looking to consolidate spending tools and automate accounting workflows.
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Frequently asked questions
- What does Paro do?
- Paro operates an AI-driven marketplace and growth platform that connects businesses with vetted freelance finance and accounting professionals. The platform enables remote work arrangements and provides tools for independent professionals to build flexible careers.
- Who founded Paro?
- Paro was founded by Michael Burdick.
- Who are Paro's investors?
- Paro's investors include Sierra Ventures, Madrona Venture Group, Top Tier Capital Partners.
- How much funding has Paro raised?
- Paro has disclosed $25M raised across 1 of its 3 known rounds.