Funding Round attributes
Kyan Health, an AI-powered enterprise solution focused on employee well-being, has successfully raised $16.7 million in funding. The round includes a $4 million seed investment led by Amplo VC and a $12.7 million Series A round led by Swisscom Ventures. The round also saw participation from GreyMatter Capital, naturalX Health Ventures, Founderful, Joyance Partners, and several angel investors. This new funding brings Kyan Health's total capital raised to $18.4 million, and the company intends to expand its platform globally to further enhance its impact on workplace well-being.
Founded by Vlad Gheorghiu, Konstantin Struck, and Ignacio Leonhardt, Kyan Health aims to revolutionize corporate mental health by offering AI-powered solutions that address both individual and organizational well-being. The platform uses predictive analytics to help businesses reduce risks associated with absenteeism, turnover, and presenteeism. By leveraging AI, Kyan Health allows organizations to proactively address mental health challenges, transforming how companies approach employee wellness.
Vlad Gheorghiu, CEO and Co-Founder of Kyan Health, brings valuable experience to the company as a former leader of McKinsey's global mental health program. Having seen firsthand the limitations of existing mental health tools in high-pressure environments, Gheorghiu co-founded Kyan Health with the mission to develop better solutions. “Mental health isn’t a fluffy perk—it’s the backbone of a thriving workforce,” Gheorghiu remarked. “This investment is about changing that—creating the tools I wish had existed, making mental health measurable, and giving organizations the power to act before crises hit.”
Kyan Health’s core product, Kai, is an AI-powered care navigator that provides employees with access to personalized resources, ranging from crisis support to certified coaching and mental health counseling. The platform operates as a "trusted third party" with end-to-end encryption, ensuring privacy and confidentiality for users. The AI-driven platform aggregates insights to improve workplace conditions while safeguarding employees' personal data, making it a unique solution in the enterprise wellness space.
The impact of Kyan Health's platform has already been demonstrated with notable enterprise clients, including Hitachi Energy, Hilti, STADA, Deutsche Börse Group, and On. At On, the Swiss performance sportswear company, Kyan Health's platform achieved a 50% employee engagement rate and delivered $2.9 million in annual value. This value was realized through improved productivity, reduced attrition, and cost savings, representing an 11.6x return on investment (ROI).
Bruno Melles, Chief Human Resources Officer (CHRO) at Hitachi Energy, emphasized the importance of Kyan Health's dual focus on both individual care and organizational needs, stating, “We decided to work with Kyan, as they are the only provider that truly supports the organizational and individual angle at the same time with an end-to-end solution."
The funding will help Kyan Health continue to grow its platform and scale its services worldwide. Swisscom Ventures, which led the Series A investment, views the company as a leader in the mental health space, with a focus on predictive, scalable solutions. Victoria Lietha, Investment Director at Swisscom Ventures, expressed excitement about supporting Kyan Health’s mission, noting, “Kyan Health is transforming how businesses support mental health and well-being by providing predictive, scalable solutions that address the needs of global enterprises.”
In addition to its focus on mental health, Kyan Health’s platform addresses broader employee wellness needs. The company’s innovative approach allows businesses to treat well-being as a strategic, measurable investment rather than a box-ticking exercise. This shift represents a new era in corporate wellness, where mental health is treated as a critical driver of business performance.
The company is reshaping the way organizations think about employee well-being, encouraging them to invest in preventive care and mental health solutions before issues become crises. By helping businesses improve employee engagement, retention, and overall productivity, Kyan Health is positioning itself as a key player in the future of corporate wellness.
The new funding and partnerships also align with Kyan Health's long-term vision of reducing the stigma around mental health in the workplace and providing businesses with the tools they need to foster a healthier, more productive workforce. Through its AI-powered platform and predictive analytics, Kyan Health is transforming how companies address employee mental health challenges, ultimately improving both individual well-being and organizational outcomes.
