Karibu.AI

Had an awesome time at the private VC Xmas champagne party and open-invite AI founders x VC events with Open Future Forum! 😃 Thank you to featured investors Chris McCann, Keshia Theobald-van Gent and Paulina Szyzdek, among others. Joined by startup scene enthusiasts Nathalie Brochstein, MC Tang, Kris Bondi, Lusine Karapetyan, Rosangel Lebron, Yaseen Khan Mohmand, Natalia Bielczyk, PhD, Ruggiero Dargenio, Hans Sandhu, Sydney Levin, Yogendra Chordia, Pavel Vinitsky, PhD, Ayesha Sheikh, Derek Smith, Peiqi (Peggy) W. and many more. Thank you to Murray Newlands for organizing and getting everyone together, and Chalisa Prarasri for cohosting 😁! Save the date: Next one's Jan 8 in the new year!

🖤 Why I Love Being a Founder 🖤 Yesterday, our team did something simple: We watched a customer use Karibu.AI. The CEO and Chief of Staff walked through a learning journey designed for their sales team. They used our product as their field team would—on mobile, in real-world conditions. Our job was straightforward: 1. Observe. 2. Ask clarifying questions about expectations or experience. 3. Say nothing else. (No justifications or explanations) For weeks, we have been working nonstop, including over Thanksgiving, to deliver updates for this release. But today, I asked the entire team to pause coding. Instead, every team member is analyzing what we observed so they’re equipped with the knowledge they need to prioritize their work based on what truly matters to our customers. This is why I love being a founder: We design how we work, how we collaborate, and the culture we create. For me, it’s about empowering the team and staying relentlessly focused on learning from the people who depend on what we build. Thank you: Vinay Kanchanapally, Susmita Kundu, Nomula Sai Madhav, Sreeja Pagireddy, Shanal Divyansh, Hector Corral, Beth Moore

Meet Sarah. She just got hired as a sales rep at a fast-growing SMB. Her first day? A whirlwind. Her inbox? Flooded with documents, training modules, and instructions from every corner of the company. Her mood? Overwhelmed and questioning her ability to succeed. 💡 Now, imagine this instead: Sarah logs in on Day 1 to meet Kai, her personalized AI career guide, a big friendly smile greets her and speaks in a patient tone that feels like it’s just for her. Kai says: “Hey Sarah, welcome to the team! I’m here to guide you through everything you need to know and help you grow in your career. Let’s make today simple, fun, and productive!” From learning the company’s core values and mastering the skills that’ll fuel her long-term success to completing all essential documents and eSignatures, everything is streamlined. Every question answered. Every milestone celebrated. By the end of the week, Sarah isn’t just ready for her new role—she’s motivated, confident, and excited for her career ahead. 🎉 This is the power of Karibu.ai. With Karibu, your team members get: ✅ A fully customizable AI career guide tailored to reflect your company’s culture and values. ✅ Personalized learning journeys that grow with them—not just for Day 1, but for their entire career. ✅ Scalable, efficient, and empowering tools designed for SMBs hiring and scaling fast. 🚀 We’re opening beta testing spots for organizations ready to create a workplace where careers thrive. Be the company everyone grows with. Start your journey with Karibu.ai today. 👉 www.karibu.ai

On my Sunday morning run through San Francisco, I came across a piece of graffiti that caught my attention: a robot with the words “Save the Humans.” It felt like a subtle critique of how AI is often positioned—as a replacement for human effort, rather than a tool to elevate it. This is a critical moment in the evolution of AI. Its potential to augment human capability is unparalleled, but only if we build it with the right intentions. At Karibu.AI, we believe AI should serve as a catalyst for human productivity, alignment, and growth—not as another layer of complexity. Here’s how we’re approaching this challenge: • Tailored Learning Journeys: By synthesizing organizational processes and culture, our AI creates dynamic, actionable paths that empower employees from day one. • Customizable AI Guides: Interactive, multilingual agents tailored to reflect an organization’s identity and values, making AI approachable and aligned. • Operational Alignment: Streamlined workflows and actionable insights ensure employees can focus on contributing meaningfully without unnecessary barriers. Our goal is to redefine how AI integrates into the workforce—not as a substitute, but as a partner in achieving operational excellence and human potential. #KaribuAI #SaveTheHumans #AI #WorkforceInnovation

We’re thrilled to share some exciting news! Karibu.AI is teaming up with Hedlyner, a platform that is redefining how musicians, promoters and venues connect to bring live music to life. Together, we’re helping Hedlyner scale their nationwide network of affiliates using Karibu.AI's platform. This partnership is all about thoughtful growth, and we couldn’t be prouder to support their mission of making live music more accessible. A huge shoutout to Hector Corral, Founder of Hedlyner, and Beth Moore, Chief of Staff, for their trust, collaboration, and shared vision throughout this journey. And a big thanks to Vinay Kanchanapally for leading the charge on our side with such precision and focus. This is a big step forward for both our teams, and we can’t wait to see the incredible impact we’ll create together!

Tonight catch us pitching @ AI For Good Pitch Night TECH WEEK by a16z 🔥 Tuesday October 8 - 5:30 PM - 8:30 PM🔥 https://lnkd.in/gxs-fber

We are proud to be invited to kick-off TECH WEEK by a16z in SF by demoing Karibu.AI! 🔥 Our demo will focus on leveraging AI for good - Upleveling Humany Together at the Light Dao Open House. https://lnkd.in/g74KWZmy

We are proud to announce that we are scheduling product demos for Karibu.ai!! Introducing... One Click Talent Integration Gamified, personalized engaging training journeys for your new hires is just one click away! Use the form on the website or DM Nathalie Brochstein or Vinay Kanchanapally to be the first to experience the future of workforce integration. https://www.karibu.ai/

Accepting Internship Applications at Karibu.AI - GenAI Start-Up 🚀 ↗ Must be fluent in Python Apply using the link below or slide into my DMs. Great supervision and opportunity to work alongside the founding team - Culture: high energy, great vibes & cutting edge tech. https://lnkd.in/gD66vucz (Local to SF Bay Area, unable to provide VISA sponsorship at this time)

A TikTok video shared by a colleague gives light to the challenges we are addressing: New hires often receive minimal guidance, leading to productivity gaps and engagement challenges. Gen Z is reshaping workplace expectations.  Curious about how we're adapting onboarding for this digitally native generation? Join the Karibu.AI waitlist to discuss the future of talent integration. ~~~~~~Transcript~~~~~~ "It is actually quite shocking how corporate jobs don't train you...like at all. I have a few friends that have corporate jobs and they have been working there for months and nobody is training them. Nobody is telling them what to do, so they are not doing much... You are paying this person a crazy amount of money and you are not telling them how to do their job so that they can do their job? ...I feel like this is a lot more common than you think."