March 17, 2026
Startup Updates

Air Secures $35M in Series B Funding to Revolutionize Creative Operations

New York City-based Air, a leading platform tailored for creative operations, has successfully closed a $35 million Series B funding round.

The round was led by Avenir Growth, with additional contributions from XFund, Good Friends, and a mix of new and existing investors.

The newly secured funding will enable Air to accelerate its mission of automating workflows for creative teams around the globe. By providing intuitive tools that streamline image and video management, Air is transforming how businesses handle their creative assets.

Founded by CEO Shane Hegde, Air offers an innovative solution for managing the lifecycle of creative assets. The platform simplifies the way businesses collect, approve, and distribute content, making it easier for creative teams to collaborate effectively.

Air is already trusted by over 100,000 creatives working in more than 2,100 businesses. The platform manages an impressive 120 million+ assets, underscoring its scalability and reliability.

This latest funding round brings Air’s total investment to over $70 million. The company has attracted support from top-tier venture firms, including:

  • Tiger Global
  • Headline Ventures
  • Lerer Hippeau
  • WndrCo
  • Slack Ventures
  • Designer Fund

These partnerships highlight the industry’s confidence in Air’s potential to redefine creative operations.

Air’s platform is designed to address the unique challenges faced by creative professionals. By automating repetitive tasks and enhancing collaboration, the platform allows teams to focus more on innovation and less on administrative hurdles.

“Creative teams are at the heart of every successful business,” said CEO Shane Hegde. “With this funding, we’re one step closer to realizing our vision of making their workflows as seamless and efficient as possible.”

With the growing demand for efficient creative operations, Air is poised to expand its reach and enhance its offerings. The company’s commitment to innovation and user-centric solutions positions it as a key player in the creative tech space.

As businesses increasingly rely on visuals to connect with their audiences, Air is empowering teams to manage and deliver content at scale, setting a new standard for creative operations.