Speechify is a text-to-speech and voice AI platform founded in 2017 by Cliff Weitzman, a dyslexic developer who built the tool to help himself keep up with college coursework. Available across web, Chrome extension, iOS, Android, Windows, and Mac, the platform serves over 55 million users. Speechify offers AI-powered reading aloud, voice typing dictation (up to 5x faster than traditional typing), an AI assistant with web search capabilities, podcast creation from documents, and automated meeting transcription. The San Francisco-based company is dedicated to removing barriers for people with dyslexia and other learning differences. Recent recognition includes a 2025 Apple Design Award and over 1 million 5-star reviews, demonstrating strong market validation and user satisfaction.
Speechify fosters a mission-driven culture centered on accessibility and helping people overcome learning barriers. The team emphasizes speed and rapid iteration, shipping features quickly while maintaining quality. Leadership values trust and autonomy, giving team members creative freedom and genuine support in their work. Employees report a positive, caring environment where people are deeply committed to the company's mission of making learning accessible to everyone.
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