
Athena HQ is an AI-powered SEO and generative engine optimization company that simplifies the process for businesses to excel in AI search results. By leveraging advanced technology, Athena HQ helps companies enhance their visibility and discoverability on platforms like Chat GPT, positioning them effectively in the competitive landscape of digital marketing. With a focus on generative engine optimization, Athena HQ aims to transform how businesses approach online presence and engagement, making it a valuable player in the evolving market of AI-driven solutions.

Athena HQ is an AI-powered SEO and generative engine optimization company that simplifies the process for businesses to excel in AI search results. By leveraging advanced technology, Athena HQ helps companies enhance their visibility and discoverability on platforms like Chat GPT, positioning them effectively in the competitive landscape of digital marketing. With a focus on generative engine optimization, Athena HQ aims to transform how businesses approach online presence and engagement, making it a valuable player in the evolving market of AI-driven solutions.
What they do: AI-native AEO/GEO platform that optimizes brand visibility and citations across generative AI search assistants
Founded / HQ: Founded 2024; headquartered in San Francisco, California
Team size: Approximately 7 employees
Funding: Raised early-stage funding (pre-seed and seed) in March 2025
Founders: Andrew Yan (Co‑founder & CEO) and Alan Yao (Co‑founder & CTO)
Optimizing brand discoverability and authoritative citations within generative AI/LLM-based search platforms
2024
Artificial Intelligence; Marketing / SEO
Other listed investors include Amino Capital and additional participants
“Includes notable early-stage investors such as Y Combinator, FundersClub, and Amino Capital”