Doji is a New York-based AI fashion startup building an app that turns a handful of selfies into a photo-realistic personal avatar, then lets people try on real clothing from anywhere on the web. Founded in 2024 by Dorian Dargan and Jim Winkens - the name is a mash-up of their first names - Doji uses its own diffusion models to make virtual try-ons feel less like a gimmick and more like a fun, social way to shop. The company raised a $14M seed round led by Thrive Capital with participation from Seven Seven Six in May 2025, days after launching on the App Store in more than 80 countries.
Michelle Bacharach is the co-founder and CEO of FindMine, a New York AI company that teaches machines to style and merchandise like a brand's best human stylist - then runs that expertise across millions of products for retailers like Lululemon, Gap, Adidas and Anine Bing. A UC Berkeley grad and NYU Stern MBA who detoured through professional acting before building software, she turned a frustrating hunt for an outfit to match a pair of green waxed leggings into a venture-backed 'Complete the Look' platform that brands say lifts shopper spend dramatically.