Tome —The AI assistant for enterprise sellers, starting with automated account research.

At Tome, we envision a future where storytelling transcends traditional boundaries, transforming how ideas and data are communicated in every corner of the business world. Our mission is to empower teams to craft compelling narratives that resonate deeply and drive meaningful action, shaping not just presentations but the very fabric of business communication.

Harnessing state-of-the-art AI, we deliver an intelligent platform that seamlessly blends creativity with data, enabling users to rapidly generate engaging, tailored content. By focusing on enterprise sales and marketing needs, we are driving a new standard for precision and impact in storytelling, helping organizations unlock the full power of their insights and strategies.

We are building a future where every story told with Tome inspires clarity, connection, and transformation, fueling the growth and success of businesses worldwide through innovative technology and dedicated focus on impactful communication.

We've been watching Tome's journey with fascination—and honestly, a bit of whiplash. This AI-powered presentation platform burst onto the scene in late 2022 with bold claims about being a "PowerPoint killer," and while that tagline might've been premature, the underlying tech is genuinely impressive.

What caught our attention immediately was how Tome approaches storytelling differently than traditional slide tools. Instead of starting with blank slides, you feed it ideas, data, or even rough concepts, and it builds out entire narratives with supporting visuals.

The Plot Twist We Didn't See Coming

Here's where things get interesting: after raising a whopping $300 million, Tome made a sharp pivot in April 2024. They went from targeting everyone who makes presentations to laser-focusing on enterprise sales and marketing teams. The move included laying off 20% of their staff, which sounds dramatic—but we think it was actually smart.

Turns out, while lots of people loved playing with AI-generated presentations, sales teams were the ones actually willing to pay for premium features. Who would've thought that the folks creating dozens of custom pitch decks monthly would be the ideal customers?

What Actually Works Well

We tested Tome extensively, and the AI content generation genuinely delivers. The natural language processing doesn't just fill in template blanks—it actually understands context and builds coherent narratives. When we fed it a product launch brief, it generated slide structures that felt like they came from an experienced consultant.

The collaborative features work smoothly too. Real-time editing feels responsive, and the export options (PDF, PowerPoint) mean you're not locked into their ecosystem. Plus, the drag-and-drop interface makes tweaking AI suggestions surprisingly intuitive.

Who This Really Serves

Despite the enterprise pivot, Tome still works for individual creators, consultants, and smaller teams. But let's be honest—it shines brightest when you're creating multiple, similar presentations with different data points. If you're a sales rep customizing decks for different prospects, or a marketing manager creating quarterly reports, the time savings are substantial.

The free tier gives you enough credits to test things out, but heavy users will quickly bump into limits. At that point, you're looking at enterprise pricing conversations—which aligns perfectly with their new business model.