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Sunflower Labs Inc.

San Carlos, US · Founded 2016 · Delaware corporation · 38 employees on LinkedIn · 11 known investors

Sunflower Labs builds the Beehive, an autonomous drone security system where a self-charging drone ("the Bee") launches from a base station ("the Hive") to patrol and record activity on residential and industrial properties. The system integrates with existing security cameras and alarms, supports remote pilots and monitoring centers, and complies with FAA and EASA flight regulations.

AI & Machine LearningCybersecurityHardwareRobotics

Founders & leadership

Sunflower Labs Inc. was founded in 2016 by Christian Eheim, Alexander Pachikov, Nick, and Alex.

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Christian EheimCo-founder
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Alexander PachikovCo-founder
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Nick
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Alex
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Board

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Phil LibinBoard director
EKElian Kool
Elian KoolBoard director

Investors · 11

All Turtles
Daybreak Partnersvia Nate Dalton · inferred
DRONE FUNDTokyo
Stanley VenturesAtlanta
Wakestream VenturesGrand Rapids · $150K – $500K
Daybreak Venturesreported · 2 sourcesNew York · $500K – $1M
General CatalystreportedSan Francisco · $30M
Sequoia CapitalreportedMenlo Park · $4.4M – $214M

Also in the syndicate · 3

Alarm.comAtlas VenturesGentian Investments

Funding

SEC filings, press & company announcements

$27.9M disclosed across 4 of 5 rounds · 2021–2025

▶$1.5MraisedDec 2023 · 1 investors · Other Technology
Rule 506(b)
Officers, directors & promoters on the filing
  • Alexander PachikovExecutive Officer, Director
  • Elian KoolDirector
  • Christian EheimDirector
  • Phil LibinDirector
Offering amount
$2M
Amount sold
$1.5M
First sale
Dec 2023
Incorporated
Corporation, Delaware
Federal exemptions
06b
Full filing on SEC EDGAR ↗
▶$505KraisedJul 2023 · 5 investors · Other Technology
Rule 506(b)
Officers, directors & promoters on the filing
  • Alexander PachikovExecutive Officer, Director
  • Phil LibinDirector
  • Christian EheimDirector
  • Elian KoolDirector
Offering amount
$505K
Amount sold
$505K
Minimum investment
$20K
First sale
Jul 2023
Incorporated
Corporation, Delaware
Federal exemptions
06b
Full filing on SEC EDGAR ↗
▶$9.9MraisedAug 2021 · 17 investors · Other Technology
Rule 506(b)
Officers, directors & promoters on the filing
  • Phil LibinDirector
  • Christian EheimDirector
  • Elian KoolDirector
  • Alexander PachikovExecutive Officer, Director
Amount sold
$9.9M
First sale
Jul 2021
Incorporated
Corporation, Delaware
Federal exemptions
06b
Full filing on SEC EDGAR ↗

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

Competitors · 4

by search overlap
DJI (大疆创新)73 shared keywordsDJI is a hardware manufacturer that designs and sells drones, handheld cameras, and stabilizers for consumers and content creators. The company operates a direct-to-consumer e-commerce store with local warehouse fulfillment in Mexico.
Skydio60 shared keywordsSkydio designs and manufactures autonomous drones using computer vision and AI technology for consumer and commercial applications. The company's products are designed, assembled, and supported in the United States.
Asylon Robotics52 shared keywordsAsylon provides an automated perimeter security platform combining aerial drones, ground robots, and AI-powered monitoring to protect corporate campuses, logistics facilities, and critical infrastructure. The company serves organizations looking to reduce security costs and staffing demands through integrated robotic systems managed by a 24/7 security operations center.
IdeaForge Drone Manufacturer Exited41 shared keywordsideaForge develops drones and unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) systems. The available page content is limited to navigation and contact details, providing minimal detail about specific products or customers.

Companies competing with Sunflower Labs Inc. for the same Google search keywords, organic and paid, via search-intersection analysis.

In the news

Sunflower Labs raises $16M to scale autonomous security drones – Resilience Mediaresiliencemedia.co · Nov 2025Sunflower Labs Raises $16M in Series B Funding, Gets Nationwide FAA Approval for Autonomous Security Drone Platformtheaiinsider.tech · Nov 2025Sunflower Labs: $16 Million Series B Raised To Advance Autonomous Security Dronespulse2.com · Nov 2025Sunflower Labs receives nationwide FAA approval, launches property configuration tool, and closes $16M Series B - AUVSIauvsi.org · Nov 2025Sunflower Labs Closes $16M Series B Fundingfinsmes.com · Nov 2025Drone Startup Sunflower Labs Raises $16M Series B Led By Sequoiaupstartsmedia.com · Nov 2025

Frequently asked questions

What does Sunflower Labs Inc. do?
Sunflower Labs builds the Beehive, an autonomous drone security system where a self-charging drone ("the Bee") launches from a base station ("the Hive") to patrol and record activity on residential and industrial properties. The system integrates with existing security cameras and alarms, supports remote pilots and monitoring centers, and complies with FAA and EASA flight regulations.
Who founded Sunflower Labs Inc.?
Sunflower Labs Inc. was founded by Christian Eheim, Alexander Pachikov, Nick, Alex in 2016.
Who are Sunflower Labs Inc.'s investors?
Sunflower Labs Inc.'s investors include All Turtles, Daybreak Partners, DRONE FUND, Stanley Ventures, Wakestream Ventures, Daybreak Ventures, General Catalyst, Sequoia Capital.
How much funding has Sunflower Labs Inc. raised?
Sunflower Labs Inc. has disclosed $27.9M raised across 4 of its 5 known rounds.
Where is Sunflower Labs Inc. headquartered?
Sunflower Labs Inc. is headquartered in San Carlos, US.