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Simundia provides a digital coaching platform engineered for personalized professional development within organizational contexts. The platform utilizes a proprietary Situational Coaching® methodology, developed with a scientific board, integrating AI for ultra-targeted diagnostics, flexible video coaching, and personalized content and tools. It offers real-time HR monitoring of employee progress, facilitating large-scale individual support to drive successful collective transformation and foster both fulfillment and performance.
The company was co-founded in 2017 by Colombe Mandula and Grégoire Schiller. Mandula, a clinical psychologist with a background in consulting and entrepreneurship, recognized an unmet need to democratize professional coaching beyond traditional therapeutic environments. The founders shared a foundational insight that accessible, regular guidance is essential for individuals to navigate career challenges, grow personally, and achieve professional empowerment.
Simundia primarily serves HR teams and their employees, aiming to enhance both individual capabilities and overall organizational performance. The company’s vision centers on destigmatizing the pursuit of professional development and mental well-being, advocating for it as a routine and essential aspect of a healthy work life. It seeks to empower every professional to realize their ambitions, while also providing businesses with measurable insights into the impact of their coaching investments.
Simundia has raised $12.0M across 2 funding rounds.
Simundia has raised $12.0M in total across 2 funding rounds.
Simundia has raised $12.0M in total across 2 funding rounds.
Simundia's investors include Acton Capital Partners, C4 Ventures, FJ Labs, True Global Ventures, Connect Ventures, Kima Ventures, Notion Capital, #SecretFund.
Simundia is a Paris-based technology company that offers a digital coaching platform designed to provide personalized employee development at scale. The platform leverages the Coaching Situationnel® methodology combined with AI-enhanced content and tools to deliver flexible video coaching sessions, real-time progress tracking, and personalized support between sessions. It primarily serves HR departments and training managers in organizations aiming to improve employee well-being, performance, and engagement while achieving measurable ROI on coaching investments. Simundia’s solution addresses the challenge of scalable individual development within companies, helping foster a culture of continuous learning and talent retention[1][4].
Founded in 2016 in Paris, Simundia was created to meet the growing demand for scalable, personalized coaching solutions in the workplace. The company’s founders, including Grégoire Schiller and Colombe Mandula, developed the platform around the Coaching Situationnel® methodology, supported by a scientific committee to ensure rigor and effectiveness. Early traction came from organizations seeking to combine traditional coaching with digital tools and AI to enhance accessibility and impact. Since its inception, Simundia has evolved to integrate AI-driven personalization and real-time HR analytics, expanding its network to over 300 certified coaches and raising over $12.5 million in funding[1][2][4].
Simundia rides the growing trend of digital transformation in corporate learning and development, particularly the shift toward scalable, personalized coaching solutions powered by AI. The timing is favorable due to increasing organizational focus on employee well-being, retention, and performance in a competitive talent market. Market forces such as remote work, demand for continuous upskilling, and data-driven HR management amplify the need for platforms like Simundia. By combining human coaching expertise with AI and real-time analytics, Simundia influences the broader ecosystem by setting new standards for measurable, scalable coaching outcomes and fostering a culture of continuous development in enterprises[1][4].
Looking ahead, Simundia is well-positioned to expand its impact by deepening AI capabilities, enhancing integration with HR systems, and broadening its global footprint. Trends such as hybrid work models, increased focus on mental health, and the rise of personalized learning journeys will shape its evolution. As organizations increasingly prioritize data-driven talent development, Simundia’s blend of human coaching and AI-driven personalization could become a benchmark for effective employee development platforms. Its influence is likely to grow as it helps companies navigate the complexities of workforce transformation and continuous skill enhancement[1][4].
Simundia has raised $12.0M across 2 funding rounds. Most recently, it raised $10.0M Series U in October 2021.
| Date | Round | Lead Investors | Other Investors | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 1, 2021 | $10M Series U | — | Acton Capital Partners, C4 Ventures, FJ Labs, True Global Ventures | Announced |
| Apr 1, 2019 | $2M Seed | — | Connect Ventures, Kima Ventures, Notion Capital, #secretfund | Announced |
