A Surrey-born entrepreneur is advancing social media commerce with a new AI platform tailored for Instagram-based sales. Harpriya Bagri, a UBC-trained engineer and former LinkedIn machine learning specialist, founded Hotbox to identify and convert high-intent leads from online engagement.
Recently accepted into Andreessen Horowitz’s Speedrun accelerator, which admits fewer than one percent of applicants, the startup reflects shifting business norms. Hotbox analyzes likes, comments, and messages to surface prospects and automate outreach. Bagri previously worked at TRIUMF and MILA, and led growth at Respell. The company is preparing for its upcoming Demo Day.
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