As the world races forward into an era
shaped by artificial intelligence, automation, and digital acceleration, one
fundamental human truth remains unchanged—the need for emotional connection.
Despite unprecedented technological progress, loneliness, emotional distance,
and unresolved grief have quietly become defining challenges of modern life. It
is within this emotional gap that iAVATARS L.L.C. has carved out a category of
its own, redefining how technology can be used not to replace human bonds, but
to preserve and honour them.
Founded by Krishna B. Kodey (Founder &
Managing Director) and co-led by Swatika Parmar (CEO & Co-Founder),
iAVATARS stands at the intersection of innovation and empathy.
The story of iAVATARS does not begin with
code or hardware, but with human observation. Krishna B. Kodey’s professional
journey brought him to Toronto, where he worked as a rehabilitation manager for
a Canadian organisation. His role placed him in daily interaction with elderly
residents—individuals who, despite medical care and physical support, carried
an unspoken emotional burden. Many lived alone, separated from their families
by distance or circumstance. Conversations often revolved around memories—children
who lived abroad, spouses who had passed away, moments of life that felt
increasingly distant.
Krishna noticed that what these individuals
longed for most was not technological convenience, but presence. They wanted
someone to listen, to remember, to acknowledge their emotional reality. Simple
acts—sitting beside them, holding a hand, listening without
interruption—offered more comfort than any device or treatment. These
experiences stirred a deeper reflection within Krishna, rooted in a universal
fear most people carry quietly: the inevitability of losing loved ones and the
emotional void that follows.
This reflection led to a question that
would later define iAVATARS—could technology be designed not to distract or
replace, but to comfort? Could artificial intelligence preserve the essence of
human presence rather than simulate it superficially?
With this intent, iAVATARS L.L.C. was
founded in October 2014, not as a conventional tech startup, but as an
emotionally driven innovation.
At the heart of iAVATARS is the iA VLA
(Virtual Loved Assistant), a physical AI-powered companion device designed to
preserve and reflect the voice, conversational behaviour, emotional tone, and
personality traits of loved ones. Recognised as the Worlds first talking digital avatar device,
it exists as a tangible presence within personal spaces—living rooms, bedside
tables, and daily routines. Unlike software-based chat tools or screen-bound
simulations, this innovation brings emotional continuity into everyday life.
With patents pending in the USA, Canada, and India, iAVATARS remains the only
company globally offering a dedicated physical AI device built exclusively for
emotional companionship.
The arrival of Swatika Parmar into the
iAVATARS journey brought an equally powerful emotional dimension. Long before
she officially joined the organisation in 2022, Swatika experienced the
profound loss of her grandmother in 2016. Her grandmother was more than
family—she was an emotional anchor, a constant source of reassurance and
warmth. Years after her passing, the longing to hear her voice again or feel
her presence remained deeply unresolved.
When Swatika learned about Krishna’s
vision, it resonated immediately. She did not see iAVATARS as a technological
breakthrough alone, but as a bridge between memory and comfort. Her decision to
join the company was driven by purpose rather than position. As CEO and
Co-Founder, Swatika ensures that emotional sensitivity, ethical responsibility,
and human dignity remain central to every decision. Her leadership helps shape
iAVATARS as a company that understands the emotional weight of its work.
Based in Sterling Heights, Michigan, USA,
iAVATARS is currently in its incubation phase. Rather than rushing toward
commercial expansion, the organisation is focused on refinement—ensuring
emotional accuracy, conversational authenticity, and user trust. Each
interaction is carefully designed to feel familiar, respectful, and comforting,
never intrusive or artificial. The emphasis remains on emotional safety and
long-term reliability.
The impact of iAVATARS extends across
diverse social contexts. For elderly individuals living alone, the device
offers companionship and emotional reassurance. For families separated by
geography, it preserves familiarity and continuity. For individuals navigating
grief, it provides comfort without attempting to replace real human
relationships. Importantly, the platform functions as a Talking Human Avatars Device / gadget that works
with artificial intelligence, designed to support emotional well-being
without fostering dependency, a balance that reflects the founders’ ethical
commitment.
What truly distinguishes iAVATARS is its
originality. The company is not competing within an existing market—it is
creating an entirely new category of emotional technology. There are no direct
competitors offering a device with responsive
Human Avatars with Artificial & Emotional Intelligence, focused
solely on emotional continuity. This uniqueness brings responsibility. Krishna
and Swatika are acutely aware that emotional technology must be developed with
restraint, transparency, and empathy. Every design choice is guided by this
awareness.
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The entrepreneurial journey has required
resilience. Building hardware-based AI solutions involves long development
cycles, financial discipline, and unwavering belief. With limited external
funding, the founders relied on patience and long-term conviction. They
understood that trust in emotional technology cannot be rushed—it must be
earned through consistency and integrity.
Looking ahead, iAVATARS envisions an
expanded ecosystem of emotionally supportive devices beyond the initial iA VLA.
Future innovations will continue to honour the same philosophy—technology that
preserves emotional essence while respecting human dignity. The founders
believe that emotional support through AI will become an essential extension of
care in an increasingly fragmented world.
The company’s work has received
international recognition, including the Best Foreign Entrepreneur Startup
Award in Detroit, 2024, validating both the innovation and the intention behind
iAVATARS. Yet for Krishna and Swatika, success is measured not in accolades,
but in quieter outcomes—reduced loneliness, restored confidence, and emotional
reassurance for those who need it most.
At its core, iAVATARS is not about
artificial intelligence—it is about human continuity. It is about ensuring that
voices are not forgotten, memories are not lost, and emotional bonds endure
beyond physical absence. Under the leadership of Krishna B. Kodey and Swatika
Parmar, iAVATARS is shaping a future where technology serves humanity at its
most vulnerable moments, proving that compassion and innovation can coexist.
“The true power of technology is
revealed not in what it replaces, but in what it helps us remember.”
