Cecilia.ai Overview
Cecilia.ai is an interactive bartender that can be customized for any business or event. Powered by conversational AI and voice recognition capabilities, Cecilia makes delicious cocktails crafted by acclaimed mixologists, chats with customers, tells jokes, promotes users’ brands, and provides an unforgettable experience to both new and returning visitors. Cecilia gives businesses in the hospitality and entertainment sectors valuable customer data while providing a unique attraction for visitors and a new way to advertise and stand out. Cecilia.ai is developed by Minga Box.
Cumulative Funding Raised Over Time ($)
Latest News
growth-positive
A unique achievement for an Israeli startup company
Israeli startup Cecilia.ai has signed a partnership with the Wyndham Orlando Resort & Conference Center/Celebration hotel to provide a robotic AI bartender named Sarah to serve cocktails to guests. The AI bartender, which has advanced voice recognition capabilities, can interact with guests, give recommendations, explain the menu, and prepare cocktails. The partnership also includes Casa Azul, a tequila brand, whose products will be used in the cocktails served by the AI bartender. Cecilia.ai, which has so far raised $3.5 million, is currently in a new fundraising round for expansion and sales in the United States.
PartnersExpand
growth-positive
Do Robotics Have a Place Behind the Bar? | SevenFifty Daily
The article discusses the rise of robot bartenders, focusing on Cecilia.ai as an example. It explores the potential impact of automation on the bartending industry and the challenges and opportunities faced by companies developing robot bartenders. The article highlights the labor shortage in the hospitality industry and how automation could address this issue. It also mentions other companies in the field, such as Yanu and Makr Shakr. While some view robot bartenders as gimmicks, others see them as a practical solution for high-volume situations. Back-of-house automation is already being used in casinos, and there is investment in vending machine-type kiosks for sports and entertainment venues. Overall, the article presents a positive outlook for the growth of robot bartenders.
CustomersExpand
growth-positive
This Bartender Mixes Drinks, Tells Jokes -- And She's A Robot
Cecilia.ai, an Israeli-developed interactive robot bartender, has been launched in the US market. The robot, powered by artificial intelligence and voice recognition, can serve 120 cocktails an hour and is designed to supplement human bartenders. Cecilia.ai has partnered with the Bacardi Center of Excellence at Florida International University to incorporate the robot bartender into the curriculum for hospitality innovation. Other customers of Cecilia.ai include Microsoft headquarters. The company aims to provide customizable messaging and valuable analytics to businesses, helping them understand customer preferences and increase sales. The robot bartender is expected to bring new, innovative experiences to bars, hotels, and other venues.
CustomersPartners
growth-positive
The Good, the Bad & the Artificial: How Big Data & Tech Are Infiltrating the Alcohol Industry
The article discusses the impact of big tech, big data, and A.I. on the drinks industry. It highlights various examples of how technology and A.I. are being used in the alcohol industry, including algorithm-designed whisky recipes, A.I.-based beer analysis, and interactive questionnaires for consumers. The article also mentions Terraview, a platform that uses A.I. and machine learning to provide vineyards with actionable data to adapt to climate change. Terraview has partnered with over 100 wineries and aims to transform the wine industry into a carbon-neutral industry. The article also discusses WoodCraft Bourbon Blender, a company that allows consumers to create unique bourbon blends, and Cecilia.ai, an interactive robot bartender. Overall, the article showcases the potential benefits and challenges of integrating technology and A.I. in the drinks industry.
CustomersPartners
growth-positive
Robotic bartender Cecilia can make up to 120 cocktails an hour
Cecilia.ai, a robotic bartender, can make up to 120 drinks an hour and speak 40 different languages. It offers an interactive drink service for customers and includes features such as cashless payments, an ID scanner, and dashboard analytics for bar managers. The robot currently resides at the Florida International Universitys Chaplin School of Hospitality & Tourism Management. The development of Cecilia.ai took more than three years in Israel. Customers can verbally request their order or use a touchscreen menu to choose from a variety of cocktails. The robot can sell drinks in various venues and provide faster service to customers. It also generates dashboard analytics to show the popularity of drinks and busiest times of day. Cecilia.ai aims to help bars with long lines and short-staffed venues. However, it still has some setbacks in terms of providing ice or cocktail garnishes and limited liquid options.
CustomersPartners
| Sector | Agriculture & Food Technologies |
Funding
| Total funding | Undisclosed |
| Last funding | Undisclosed |
| Stage | Seed |
| Rounds | 1 |
| Investors | 1 |
Team Members
5
Employees: 1-10
Web & Social Links
| Website | cecilia.ai |
Locations
Kfar Saba, Israel
Photos & Videos
7 item(s)
