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§ Private Profile · Toronto, ON, Canada
Builds tailored AI and machine learning systems and tools for enterprise clients, focused on custom applications in healthcare, finance, and education.
Based in Toronto, Ontario, Dessa develops tailored artificial intelligence and machine learning systems designed specifically for large-scale enterprise production environments. The company provides applied machine learning solutions and proprietary engineering tools, such as the Dessa Foundations platform, to support and augment deployed AI applications. These custom technological frameworks are utilized across various complex industries, including the healthcare, astronomy, education, and financial services sectors. Operating with a workforce of 43 employees, the firm secured $9 million in Series A venture funding in September 2017 to scale its operations. Prior to its acquisition by financial technology giant Square, the organization partnered with major corporate clients, notably Scotiabank, to build specialized infrastructure like credit card payment systems. Originally operating under the brand name DeepLearni.ng, the enterprise was founded in 2015 by Stephen Piron, Eric Lee, Ragavan Thurairatnam, and Vincent Wong.
Dessa has raised $9.0M across 1 funding round.
Dessa has raised $9.0M in total across 1 funding round.
Dessa has raised $9.0M across 1 funding round. Most recently, it raised $9.0M Series A in September 2017.
| Date | Round | Lead Investors | Other Investors | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 13, 2017 | $9M Series A | Fidelity Investments Canada | — | Announced |
Dessa has raised $9.0M in total across 1 funding round.
Dessa's investors include Fidelity Investments Canada.