Ravical, a Ghent-based startup, has raised €7.3 million in pre-seed funding led by Lakestar to transform SME advisory services across Europe. Founded by Joris Van Der Gucht, Ken Bastiaensen, and Benjamin Vandermarliere, the company develops domain-trained AI agents that automate up to 80% of tasks in accounting, tax, legal, HR, and insurance sectors. These AI solutions aim to enhance efficiency, scalability, and affordability, allowing human experts to focus on strategic work. Ravical has completed 10 pilot projects and plans to use the funds for product development, team expansion, and international growth.
