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ProhostAI

YC S24

New York City, US · Founded 2024 · 5 employees · Hiring · 9 known investors

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ProhostAI is an all-in-one AI assistant for short-term rental hosts that automates guest messaging, maintenance tickets, cleaning scheduling, and upselling opportunities. The platform serves vacation rental property managers and includes native iOS and Android apps with official Airbnb integration.

AI & Machine LearningEnterprise SoftwarePropTechSaaSArtificial IntelligenceB2BTravelAI AssistantUnited States of AmericaAmerica / CanadaPartly Remote

Founders & leadership· Y Combinator alumni (S24)

ProhostAI was founded in 2024 by Bill Ulammandakh and Andrew Lawson.

BUBill Ulammandakh
Bill UlammandakhCo-Founder & CEOHe previously worked as a staff data scientist at Airbnb, Etsy, Thumbtack, and Wayfair, and holds an undergraduate degree from Harvard.
ALAndrew Lawson
Andrew LawsonCo-Founder and CTOHe previously worked as a software engineer at Dropbox and JWPlayer.

Investors · 9

Y Combinator✓ confirmed by ProhostAISan Francisco · $500K

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Data Techlisted by Data TechSeattle

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Olive Hill Ventureslisted by Olive Hill Ventures

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Pioneerlisted by PioneerToronto, Ontario

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Amino CapitalreportedPalo Alto · $100K – $10M

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OurCrowdreportedJerusalem

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Phoenix FundreportedNew York

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Venture Investment AssociatesreportedPeapack

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Frequently asked questions

What does ProhostAI do?
ProhostAI is an all-in-one AI assistant for short-term rental hosts that automates guest messaging, maintenance tickets, cleaning scheduling, and upselling opportunities. The platform serves vacation rental property managers and includes native iOS and Android apps with official Airbnb integration.
Who founded ProhostAI?
ProhostAI was founded by Bill Ulammandakh, Andrew Lawson in 2024.
Who are ProhostAI's investors?
ProhostAI's investors include Pear VC, Y Combinator, Data Tech, Olive Hill Ventures, Pioneer, Amino Capital, OurCrowd, Phoenix Fund and 1 more.
Where is ProhostAI headquartered?
ProhostAI is headquartered in New York City, US.