NameCoach

What NameCoach does

NameCoach is a privately held, cloud-based SaaS company founded in 2014 and headquartered in Palo Alto, California, with a secondary office in Phoenix, Arizona. The company provides AI-powered audio name pronunciation solutions that integrate directly into enterprise and educational technology workflows. Its core offering combines a proprietary AI pronunciation engine — which predicts the most likely pronunciation based on phonetic analysis and evolving demographic factors rather than spelling alone — with what the company describes as the world's largest database of professionally-recorded audio name pronunciations, covering over 30 million names with 80% having multiple pronunciations. The platform also includes gender pronoun collection fields, an embeddable JavaScript widget for end-user verification/recording, and the recently launched Euphonia Speech Synthesis API for programmatic text-to-speech integration.

The product portfolio is organized around three primary go-to-market motions: (1) Enterprise/Business sales targeting Fortune 500 and mid-market companies (Salesforce, Microsoft, Conversica, Outten and Golden LLP) via CRM and workplace communication integrations (Salesforce, Microsoft Outlook/Teams, Slack); (2) Education sales to universities, community colleges, and K–12 institutions (CSUN, Stanford, Northwestern, Fresno City College, Union College, California Community Colleges) via LTI-certified integrations with Canvas, Blackboard, D2L, Moodle, Sakai, Jenzabar, Ellucian, and Oracle; and (3) Events & Graduation use cases (commencement ceremonies, conference introductions) via QR-code-driven playback. A freemium consumer layer — the Chrome Extension, Personal Namebadge, and LinkedIn/social sharing tools — drives top-of-funnel adoption. Revenue is generated through enterprise SaaS subscriptions (annual contracts, custom-priced by organization size and scope), API usage-based fees, and managed implementation services, supported by SOC 2 Type II, FERPA, IMS Global, and WCAG 2.0 AA/Section 508 compliance. The company has raised approximately $11 million across multiple rounds, including an $8 million Series A in November 2022 led by Impact America Fund.

Name

NameCoach

Legal name

Namecoach, Inc.

Website

https://cloud.name-coach.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2014

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

NameCoach is a cloud-based SaaS platform that uses AI to predict and deliver accurate audio name pronunciations, embedding directly into Salesforce, Microsoft, and major Learning Management Systems for enterprises, universities, and event organizers seeking inclusive communications.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Name Pronunciation Software

NAICS

Software Publishers (513210), Other Sound Recording Industries (512290)

SIC

Services-Prepackaged Software (7372)

akta.pro primary industry

Pronunciation, Speech Recognition & Accent Training Tools (EDAFAOAG)

akta.pro secondary industry

Voice Cloning, Dubbing & Audio Generative Media (HDAAAFAK)

Keywords

• Name pronunciation software
• AI speech synthesis
• LMS integration tools
• DEI workplace solutions
• Audio pronunciation database

Headquarters

HQ city

Palo Alto

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Software

Cost components

Technology or R&D, Personnel, Marketing or Sales, Operations, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Enterprise SaaS Subscriptions: Subscription-based licensing for businesses, universities, and institutions. License agreements govern enterprise deployments with annual or multi-year contract terms. Pricing based on organization size and feature requirements.
2. API Usage: API access for embedding audio pronunciation buttons into internal systems and applications. Charges may apply based on usage volume or seat count.
3. Managed Services: Implementation support and professional services for enterprise deployments including custom integrations, setup assistance, and ongoing support.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion4 records

Distribution channels6 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

NameCoach provides a cloud-based AI platform that delivers accurate audio name pronunciations integrated into the tools organizations use daily, including Salesforce CRM, major Learning Management Systems, Microsoft Outlook/Teams, Slack, and web browsers. The platform combines a database of 30+ million professionally-recorded name pronunciations with an AI engine that predicts the most likely pronunciation based on demographic data. Offerings span enterprise SaaS subscriptions, an Euphonia speech synthesis API, pre-built integrations, and free consumer tools (Chrome Extension, Personal Namebadge).

Product overview

NameCoach offers a unified cloud-based platform for AI-powered name pronunciation solutions. The core Namecoach Cloud Platform serves as the foundation, integrated with a comprehensive API for embedding capabilities. The product portfolio includes specialized solutions for Education (with LTI tools for major LMS platforms) and Business (with CRM integrations), plus consumer-facing products like Personal Namebadge and Chrome Extension. The recently launched Euphonia Speech Synthesis API extends the platform into programmatic speech synthesis. All products share the underlying AI pronunciation database of 30+ million names and can be accessed through browser extensions, CRM integrations, and LMS tools.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Euphonia: Speech Synthesis API offering AI-powered text-to-speech capabilities for accurate name pronunciation.

Products and services

• NameCoach Cloud Platform Cloud-based AI platform providing accurate audio name pronunciations integrated into organizational tools including CRM, LMS, and communication platforms. Uses AI to predict pronunciation based on demographics and serves enterprises and educational institutions.
• Euphonia Speech Synthesis API Speech Synthesis API enabling developers to generate AI-powered text-to-speech audio name pronunciations and embed them in their own applications.
• NameCoach for Salesforce Salesforce AppExchange managed package that automatically embeds an audio name pronunciation button for every lead and contact in a Salesforce instance. Used for fundraising, alumni engagement, and new student recruiting.
• Chrome Extension Free browser extension for Chrome providing audio name pronunciations from any website, with a built-in search bar and integration with LinkedIn and Google Workspace.
• Personal Namebadge Free personal profile that lets users voice-record their name, add meaning and origin, and share pronunciation across LinkedIn, email signatures, Facebook, Twitter, and Pinterest.
• Events & Graduation Solution Solution enabling event organizers and institutions to deliver error-free name announcements at commencement, graduation, and conference ceremonies via QR-code scanning, customizable walking cards, and pre-verified name recordings.
• Education Solution LMS-integrated solution for higher education and K-12 institutions, providing audio name pronunciations in class rosters, student profiles, and commencement. Includes LTI tools for Canvas, Blackboard, Sakai, D2L, Moodle, Jenzabar, Ellucian, and Oracle.
• Business Solution Enterprise solution for sales, customer service, and corporate diversity & inclusion initiatives, integrating with Salesforce, Microsoft Outlook, Microsoft Teams, and Slack to embed audio pronunciation buttons into daily workplace workflows.
• NameCoach API RESTful API and embeddable JavaScript widget that enables developers to embed audio name pronunciation buttons and end-user recording capabilities into any website, portal, CRM, LMS, or internal system with minimal coding.

Quantifiable outcome

• Salespeople using prospects' names have 14% higher close rate and use names 4.1x per hour
• +4 more outcomes

Named customers10 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles5 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

Yes

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration15 records

AI capability7 records

Feature6 records

Partnerships

Eight partnerships are on record, tiered core and flagship.

• VantacoreTechnology or IntegrationPartnered with Vanta for continuous compliance monitoring and automation of SOC 2 compliance evidence collection. Vanta provides the security foundation to protect customer data.
• Resemble.aicoreTechnology or IntegrationAI partner contracted for speech synthesis technology. Shares certain personal information to enable creation of voice recordings. Resemble.ai has agreed not to process data for any other purpose and holds no ownership rights in recordings.
• SalesforceflagshipChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorListed on Salesforce AppExchange with managed package integration. Major enterprise client using Namecoach for Salesforce to embed audio pronunciation buttons for leads and contacts.
• Canvas (Instructure)coreTechnology or IntegrationLTI integration with Canvas LMS. Students can record and update names directly within Canvas. Faculty and staff access pronunciations across class rosters and student profiles.
• BlackboardcoreTechnology or IntegrationLTI integration with Blackboard LMS enabling seamless name pronunciation access across Blackboard-powered institutions.
• MicrosoftflagshipChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorMajor enterprise client. Integrations with Microsoft Outlook and Microsoft Teams for accessing name pronunciations in workplace communications.
• Google WorkspacecoreTechnology or IntegrationIntegration with Google Workspace tools and services. Browser extension supports Google Workspace platforms.
• 1EdTech (IMS Global)coreTechnology or IntegrationIMS Global certified partner for learning technology interoperability standards. Ensures seamless integration across educational platforms and systems.

Scale indicators7 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• ElevenLabs: AI voice generation and voice cloning platform with developer APIs. Directly comparable to NameCoach's Euphonia Speech Synthesis API as both monetize AI-generated speech with usage-based developer pricing.
• Resemble.ai: AI voice cloning and speech synthesis platform. Both a partner AND direct competitor — Resemble.ai is the contracted AI provider behind NameCoach's voice generation and competes head-on in the same developer-facing TTS market.
• Murf.ai: AI text-to-speech and voice generation platform serving enterprise content teams. Competes with NameCoach in the AI-generated audio space, particularly through its developer API and studio product.
• WellSaid Labs: Enterprise AI voice generation platform with APIs and studio tooling. Comparable to NameCoach's Euphonia offering as both sell programmatic, brand-safe voice synthesis into enterprise and developer workflows.
• Speechify: AI text-to-speech platform with consumer and enterprise offerings, including LMS/education distribution. Overlaps with NameCoach on AI-driven audio reading and pronunciation use cases in education.

Emerging players

• ReadSpeaker: Text-to-speech vendor focused on education, publishing, and accessibility. Comparable to NameCoach in serving LMS-driven education customers with audio enablement, though broader in scope.
• Speechling: AI-powered pronunciation and accent coaching platform for language learners. Closest behavioral peer to NameCoach's pronunciation focus, though positioned for individual learners rather than enterprise/education institutions.
• Otter.ai: AI meeting transcription and voice collaboration platform with enterprise and education distribution. Adjacent competitor leveraging overlapping speech AI infrastructure and selling into similar productivity suites.

Broad incumbents

• Microsoft Azure Speech: Cloud speech-to-text, text-to-speech, and voice biometrics suite from Microsoft. Incumbent platform that competes with NameCoach's underlying AI capabilities and is also an enterprise customer of NameCoach.
• Google Cloud Text-to-Speech: Google's cloud TTS and Speech APIs offering broad multilingual voice synthesis. Indirect competitor to NameCoach's Euphonia API at the developer/infrastructure layer.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat6 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/NameCoach

Compliance5 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles4 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds9 records

Investors22 records

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

M&A

Investments

M&A and investment is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

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