doola’s AI Co-Founder has arrived, setting a new standard for what it means to start and scale a US business.

For years, global founders especially have grappled with navigating unfamiliar US regulations, legal jargon, lack of localized guidance, and conflicting advice that slowed down their progress.

Now, with doola AI Co-Founder, that struggle ends. Built right into your dashboard, it’s your always-on partner: cutting through the noise, giving you precise answers, and helping you move from formation to growth faster than ever.

In this guide, we’ll unpack what is doola AI Co-Founder:

• What doola AI Co-Founder reallyis�

• Who can access and use it�

• How it accelerates your US business journey �

• Why it’s a game-changer for founders building US businesses

Without further ado, let’s get you started, do’ers!

What Is doola AI Co-Founder?

doola AI Co-Founder is a smart, AI-powered assistant built right into your doola dashboard. It’s designed to guide you through the complexities of launching, running, and scaling your US business, whether you’re selling digital products, running a SaaS company, or launching an e-commerce brand.

Unlike generic AI tools, doola’s AI Co-Founder always lets you stay ahead of the game.

⚡ Powered by OpenAI’s GPT Models + doola’s Compliance Brain

doola trained AI Co-Founder on its proprietary business, formation, and compliance knowledge base. As a result, it’s a powerful mix of cutting-edge AI plus startup-specific, US-business expertise.�

GPT is smart, but AI alone isn’t enough to navigate US compliance.�

This means your answers aren’t just accurate, they’re rooted in doola’s years of helping global founders succeed.

⚡ Context-Aware at Every Stage of Your Business

Most AI assistants offer generic internet answers every time you ask a question. Not this one. AI Co-Founder understands your:

• Business stage (just formed, growing revenue, seeking investors)

• Entity details (Delaware LLC vs. Texas C-Corp vs. Wyoming entity)

• Services you’re using with doola (Bookkeeping, Tax, E-commerce Analytics, etc.)

Instead of surface-level advice, you get personalized guidance that adapts to your unique setup and evolves as your company scales.

⚡ Tailored, Precision Guidance (Not One-Size-Fits-All)

Every founder’s journey is different, and AI Co-Founder reflects that. Its advice is fine-tuned to your exact scenario.

For example:

• A non-US founder with a Delaware LLC selling on Shopifymight ask: “Which tax forms apply to me?” The AI will respond with clear, step-by-step answers tied to their entity and sales model.

• A Wyoming C-Corp preparing for fundraising might ask: “When’s my next compliance deadline and what filings matter most for investors?” The AI will deliver deadlines and investor-readiness insights specific to that structure.

As a result, you stop wasting time sorting through conflicting Google searches or expensive consultations.�

The answers you get are relevant, actionable, and built for your business, not someone else’s.

In short, doola AI Co-Founder is like having a human co-founder who always knows the rules, deadlines, and best practices for your exact situation.�

Who Can Access the AI Co-Founder?

Right now, doola’s AI Co-Founder is in its Phase 1 rollout, meaning, we’re starting with our core subscribers who rely on doola for their day-to-day business compliance and growth.

If you’re on one of these plans, you already have access:

✅ Starter Plan

Starter gives you the essentials for business formation and compliance.

With AI Co-Founder built in, even first-time entrepreneurs can get clarity on tricky questions like, “Do I need an EIN if I’m a non-US founder?” or “Which state is best to form my LLC?”

✅ Total Compliance (TC)

For founders who want zero stress about staying compliant, this plan ensures your filings, deadlines, and renewals are handled.

Now, with AI Co-Founder, you also get proactive guidance: reminders about state franchise taxes, insights into potential deductions, and more.

✅ Business-in-a-Box (Monthly & Annual)™

This is the all-in-one plan for founders who want everything taken care of: formation, compliance, bookkeeping, tax support, and more.

Adding AI Co-Founder here means you’re not just getting execution; you’re getting intelligence.�

Imagine being able to ask, “How can I prepare financials for a seed investor pitch?” and receiving actionable, tailored advice based on your business setup and numbers.

❌ Not included (yet): Pulse or standalone services. If you’re only using one-off services or monitoring tools, AI Co-Founder won’t be available until you upgrade.

Why the Limited Rollout?

We know AI is powerful, but we also know precision matters when it comes to business compliance.

That’s why we’re starting with a controlled rollout instead of opening the doors to everyone at once.

Here’s why:

• Quality first: By limiting access to select plans, we can monitor responses closely, refine accuracy, and ensure AI Co-Founder always delivers compliance-grade advice, not generic responses.

• Learning from usage patterns: Every founder uses doola differently. By analyzing how different plan holders interact with AI Co-Founder, we can fine-tune its intelligence to better match real-world founder needs.

• Testing the credit system: Like any AI tool, usage needs to be managed. The limited rollout lets us test how often founders rely on AI Co-Founder and optimize credits before a wider launch.

Once we’re confident in its accuracy, efficiency, and scalability, expect AI Co-Founder to expand to more plans and services.

For now, if you’re on Starter, TC, or Business-in-a-Box, look inside your dashboard, you’ll see a dedicated AI Co-Founder tab, ready to act as your instant, 24/7 startup advisor.

Key Features & Benefits of AI Co-Founder

With doola AI Co-Founder, entrepreneurs no longer have to choose between trial-and-error or expensive consultants. This is the future of business support: always on, always accurate, always tailored to you.

Here’s what sets it apart:

1. Personalized Business Guidance

Every founder’s story is different, and so are their business needs. AI Co-Founder doesn’t just throw generic advice at you; it learns your exact company setup, including your:

• Entity type: LLC, C-Corp, etc.

• State of formation: Delaware, Wyoming, Texas, and beyond.

• Industry: From e-commerce to SaaS to consulting.

• Activated doola services: Bookkeeping, Taxes, E-Commerce Analytics, and more.

That means the guidance you get is a roadmap designed for yourbusiness. Here’s how it plays out in real time:

Use Case Scenario	What a Generic AI Might Say	What doola AI Co-Founder Delivers	Why It Matters
Delaware LLC in e-commerce	“Check your state’s tax rules, use an online payment processor.”	Pinpoints sales tax nexus obligations by state and recommends which states to register in, and compares payment processor options (e.g., Stripe vs. PayPal).	Helps avoid costly tax penalties, ensures total compliance from day one, helps optimize revenue channels with the right tools.
Texas C-Corporation in SaaS	“Think about equity and talk to a lawyer for founder shares.”	Provides detailed insights into investor readiness, walks you through equity allocation strategies, and explains 83(b) elections in plain English so founders can make timely filings.	Equips founders to pitch confidently to VCs, avoid dilution mistakes, and lock in favorable tax treatment early.

2. Comprehensive Knowledge Base

AI Co-Founder is powered by doola’s library of business wisdom: guides, FAQs, blogs, and compliance playbooks refined over years of helping founders launch US businesses.

This ensures:

• Consistency: No conflicting answers from different sources.

• Proven accuracy: Every recommendation aligns with doola’s tested best practices.

• Time saved: Instead of hunting for answers across multiple tabs, you get them instantly inside your dashboard.

It’s like having doola’s entire library of expertise condensed into one smart assistant at your fingertips.

3. Smart Fallback

Even the best guides can’t cover every single scenario. That’s why AI Co-Founder is equipped with smart fallback functionality.

• If your question goes beyond doola’s internal knowledge base, the AI can pull from trusted external sources to give you reliable, up-to-date answers.

• No dead ends, no “sorry, I don’t know”, just continuous support to keep your startup journey moving forward.

You never lose momentum, even when you’re asking tough questions.

4. Human Escalation Built-In

AI is powerful, but sometimes you also need human support. That’s why human escalation is baked right in.

• If your issue is complex, you can click “Contact doola Team” right in the chat.

• Your AI chat history is automatically forwarded, so you don’t have to repeat yourself.

• A doola support specialist takes over seamlessly, armed with the context they need to resolve your issue quickly.

It’s the best of both worlds: instant AI guidance + expert human backup.

5. Privacy & Security

doola takes your business information and its privacy (and security) seriously. You get smart guidance without compromising security.

• All your data is encrypted in transit and at rest.

• Your information is never sold or shared.

• You can trust AI Co-Founder as a secure, confidential partner for your business decisions.

In short, doola AI Co-Founder combines personalized insights, trusted compliance knowledge, smart adaptability, human backup, and airtight security, all to make sure you can focus less on busywork and more on building your dream business.

Practical Uses of doola AI Co-Founder Today

Your AI Co-Founder isn’t just another chatbot; it’s your on-demand strategist that thinks like a founder and executes like a pro.

Here’s how founders are already putting it to work:

• Step-by-step company formation walkthrough:Whether you’re setting up a Delaware LLC as a global founder or incorporating a C-Corp in Texas, AI Co-Founder breaks down entity formation into clear, bite-sized steps.

• EIN/ITIN application assistance:Confused about when to get an EIN versus an ITIN? AI Co-Founder explains the difference, outlines the documents you need, and highlights common mistakes that can cost you weeks in delays.

• Taxes & bookkeeping tips tailored to your entity type:Instead of vague “do your taxes” advice, AI Co-Founder spells out what actually applies to your business structure, like quarterly estimated taxes for LLCs, or corporate tax obligations for C-Corps.

• Automated compliance reminders:From Delaware franchise taxes to Texas annual reports, compliance deadlines can sneak up fast. AI Co-Founder sends timely nudges so you’re never caught scrambling at the last minute.

• Smart countdowns and schedules:Imagine opening your dashboard and seeing a live countdown to your next deadline. That’s what AI Co-Founder creates for you, syncing directly to your calendar so you can plan ahead with zero guesswork.

• Clear breakdowns of obligations:AI Co-Founder translates IRS, state, and federal requirements into plain English, tailored to your exact entity. You’ll finally know what’s due, when it’s due, and why it matters.

• Analytics & reporting for smarter decisions:AI Co-Founder helps you interpret revenue trends, burn rate, and cash flow, so you can make decisions with confidence.

• Payment processing setup guidance (Stripe, PayPal, etc.):Instead of bouncing between FAQs and support threads, AI Co-Founder gives you a step-by-step playbook for setting up Stripe, PayPal, and your US business bank account.

AI Co-Founder Plans & Credit System Explained

AI Co-Founder runs on a simple credit-based model designed to give founders flexibility. Each credit powers a full chat session.

📌 How Credits Work 1 credit = 1 chat session (up to 30 back-and-forth exchanges). An “exchange” = your question + AI Co-Founder’s answer. Once a credit is used, the session resets.

Let’s take a look at the full breakdown by plan.

✅Starter Plan: Perfect for New Founders

• Credits included: 25 credits per year (front-loaded at signup).

• How it works: You’ll get all 25 credits upfront when you join.

• When to use it: Ideal if you’re just getting started: ask questions about formation, EIN setup, and early compliance tasks.

• After credits run out: You’ll be prompted to upgrade to Total Compliance or Business-in-a-Box™ for continued access.

✅ Total Compliance: Stay IRS-Proof All Year

• Credits included: 150 credits per year (front-loaded at signup).

• How it works: All 150 credits are unlocked immediately.

• When to use it: Perfect for founders who need frequent compliance support, tax guidance, and ongoing operational insights.

• After credits run out: You can upgrade to Business-in-a-Box™ for additional access.

✅ Business-in-a-Box™: Full Founder Support

Monthly Plan:

• New credits are added automatically with each successful monthly payment.

Annual Plan:

• 250 credits per year, front-loaded at signup.

• Best value for founders who want steady access all year.

⚡ doola Tip for Founders

Front-load your credit usage in the early stages. Formation, EIN, and compliance setup often require more back-and-forth.

As your business stabilizes, you’ll likely need fewer credits month-to-month.

📌 Important Note Manual credit top-ups are not supported in the current version. 1 credit = 1 chat session = up to 30 exchanges (Q+A counts as one exchange).

Why AI Co-Founder Is a Game-Changer for Global Founders

Being a global founder means navigating extra layers of complexity: new markets, US rules, and compliance you’ve never dealt with before.

That’s where AI Co-Founder steps in to change the game:

1. Save countless hours of research: Instead of spending late nights Googling “US sales tax nexus” or “Delaware annual report deadlines,” you get direct, accurate guidance in minutes.

2. Cut down legal and accounting costs: Access startup-level expertise without paying thousands in lawyer or CPA fees. AI Co-Founder gives you clarity upfront so you only pay humans for edge cases.

3. Accelerate your timeline from incorporation → first revenue: No more guesswork holding you back. Get step-by-step answers that take you from “newly formed” to “making sales” faster.

4. Remove compliance headaches: Receive tailored reminders, explanations, and action steps designed specifically for your business entity type and state.

5. Plug into the doola ecosystem: Formation, banking, compliance, and growth tools are all connected, making AI Co-Founder your gateway into a complete startup support system.

For non-US residents especially, it’s like having a personal US-based co-founder who knows the local rules inside-out.

Where Is AI Co-Founder Headed Next? (Future Vision)

The doola AI Co-Founder you see today is powerful, but the roadmap ahead is designed to make it an even smarter, more proactive business partner.

Imagine an AI that not only answers your questions but also anticipates your needs, automates your filings, integrates with your sales channels, and scales alongside your growth.�

That’s the vision we’re building toward:

An AI that feels less like a tool and more like an indispensable member of your founding team.

Here’s what’s coming next:

1. Deeper Personalization with Bookkeeping & E-Commerce Data

Your AI Co-Founder won’t just “know” your entity type or state of formation, it will learn from your real financial data and sales activity.

By connecting with your bookkeeping records and e-commerce dashboards, it can:

• Spot patterns in expenses and revenue trends.

• Highlight potential tax deductions or red flags.

• Recommend growth strategies tailored to your sales channels.

Instead of static advice, you’ll get real-time insights that evolve with your business.

2. Automated Workflows for Compliance Filings & Renewals

Compliance shouldn’t feel like a full-time job. Soon, AI Co-Founder will handle routine admin tasks automatically, such as:

• Tracking and categorizing expenses in real time.

• Updating records as transactions flow in.

• Scheduling filing reminders before deadlines sneak up.

It’ll make sure you spend less time in spreadsheets and more time running your business.

3. Auto-Document Generation, Ready to File

Paperwork is every founder’s least favorite task. AI Co-Founder will generate jurisdiction-ready, polished documents on demand, whether it’s:

• Operating agreements tailored to your entity type

• Annual reports prepared with the right state requirements

• State compliance filings automatically structured for accuracy�

Forget scouring the internet for random templates or stressing over tiny formatting rules. With AI Co-Founder, you’ll have the right documents, the first time.

4. Plug-and-Play Integrations with Shopify, Stripe & More

Launching an online store or payment setup shouldn’t take weeks of trial and error. Soon, AI Co-Founder will offer one-click integrations with platforms like Shopify, Stripe, and WooCommerce. That means:

• Ready-to-go checkout pages

• Tax settings configured automatically

• Payment processors fully connected from day one

Instead of fumbling with integrations, you’ll be selling globally in record time.

5. Long-Term Vision: A Seamless, AI-Powered Founder Journey

The ultimate goal is simple:�

A founder journey so streamlined you barely notice the paperwork.�

From the moment you form your US company, AI Co-Founder will guide you step by step through business banking, compliance, sales, and scaling, eliminating friction at every stage.

And it’ll get smarter, faster, and more valuable as your business grows.

Start Your US Business With doola & AI Co-Founder

With doola’s AI Co-Founder, you get the best of both worlds: expert compliance and an always-on partner who helps you launch, grow, and thrive.

Exclusively available in our Total Compliance and Business-in-a-Box™ plans, AI Co-Founder is your 24/7 strategist, compliance guide, and growth partner. It provides you with clarity where others face confusion, speed where others face delays, and confidence where others hesitate.�

Paired with doola’s compliance-first ecosystem, you’re set to build not just a business, but a legacy.�

Book a free demo today and unlock the future of entrepreneurship with doola + AI Co-Founder.

FAQs

What makes doola’s AI Co-Founder different from ChatGPT or other AI assistants?

It’s context-aware, trained on doola-specific knowledge, and tailored to your exact business setup, something generic AI tools can’t offer.

Which doola plans include AI Co-Founder access?

Starter, Total Compliance, and Business-in-a-Box (monthly & annual).

How many questions can I ask with my credits?

Each credit = 1 session = up to 30 exchanges.

Can I upgrade from Starter to Total Compliance or Business-in-a-Box later?

Yes, upgrades are available anytime.

Does AI Co-Founder replace human support?

No, it handles routine queries but you can escalate to a human anytime.

What topics can AI Co-Founder NOT help me with?

It can’t give personalized legal, financial, or tax opinions, only general guidance.

How secure is my company data when using AI Co-Founder?

All data is encrypted at rest and in transit. doola never sells or shares your information.