Editorial Staff
In May 2025, Berlin-based startup Telli secured $3.6 million in pre-seed funding to expand its AI voice agent platform. The round was led by Cherry Ventures and Y Combinator, with participation from prominent angel investors.
Founded by Seb Hapte-Selassie, Philipp Baumanns, and Finn zur Mühlen, Telli develops AI voice agents designed to automate high-volume customer calls. These agents handle tasks such as booking appointments, qualifying leads, and making product suggestions, while seamlessly integrating with human teams for complex interactions.
Since its launch in late 2024, Telli has processed nearly one million calls across industries including real estate, healthcare, energy, and financial services. The company reports over 50% month-over-month revenue growth and serves clients in Germany, the UK, Latin America, and the US.
Key Details
- Company: Telli
- Funding: $3.6M Pre-Seed
- Headquarters: Berlin, Germany
- Investors: Cherry Ventures, Y Combinator
- Use Case: AI voice agents for automating customer calls
