Dosen Turns Quiet Quitters Into Purpose-Driven Players

“The successful company is not the one with the most brains, but the one that can get them to work together.” – Peter Drucker

Dosen exactly does that. Everyone wants to do meaningful work, and every company wants their people to thrive. This company bridges that gap by helping employees grow in ways that truly matter, both to them and the business. Instead of generic training programs, Dosen creates personalized, goal-driven learning paths that feel more like a game than a chore. It’s development that’s fun, purposeful, and actually makes a difference, resulting in more engaged people, stronger teams, and a workplace where everyone has the chance to be their best.

Established in 2020 by Ronan Wall, Victor Burke, and Cian McCarthy, Dosen has recently secured $2.3 million in a pre-seed funding round led by Affinity Ventures, with participation from Unshackled Ventures and Fuel Ventures. This investment aims to further develop Dosen’s platform capabilities and expand its reach in the HR tech industry.

In recent years, “quiet quitting” has emerged as a widespread phenomenon reshaping the American workplace. Despite its name, quiet quitting doesn’t involve employees actually resigning. Instead, it refers to a subtle shift where workers choose to do only what their job requires—no overtime, no extra tasks, no going “above and beyond.” The trend reflects growing concerns over burnout, lack of recognition, and the erosion of work-life balance. 

According to a 2022 survey by Gallup, at least 50% of U.S. employees were considered “quiet quitters,” meaning they were not engaged at work and only fulfilled the basic requirements of their roles. Gallup’s 2023 follow-up report showed similar results, with employee engagement stagnating and half of the workforce remaining disengaged. The team of Dosen noticed that the cost of this disengagement to businesses is $500 billion annually.

The founders’ experiences with misalignment in large organizations inspired the creation of Dosen. They witnessed firsthand how disconnected teams, unclear goals, and a lack of shared purpose resulted in stagnant performance and high turnover. These observations led to the development of Dosen, an AI-powered platform that goes beyond simple training to deeply align employee purpose with company strategy.

Dosen’s platform uses an AI engine that understands both the company’s strategic priorities and the unique strengths, ambitions, and learning styles of individual employees. Using that intelligence, Dosen builds personalized learning paths that adapt in real time, guiding each team member toward growth that matters to them and moves the needle for the business.

The platform also makes learning feel more engaging by using AI to power gamified features like progress streaks, challenges, and tailored nudges that keep people motivated without overwhelming them. It’s development that feels less like a chore and more like a journey worth taking.

For managers and leaders, Dosen’s AI delivers real-time insights into how their teams are learning, where they’re excelling, and where support is needed. It turns what used to be a black box employee development into something measurable, actionable, and strategic.

The company uses AI not just to personalize learning but to align it with purpose, helping every employee grow in the right direction and every company move forward with confidence.

The company’s stellar work has already gained traction. As Victor Burke, co-founder, said, “This pre-seed round validates our mission to redefine workplace learning. By automating the personalization of training at scale, we’re excited to make a significant impact for organizations and the people within them.”

“Quiet quitting” has become a major concern in the U.S. workforce, reflecting a deeper issue of disengagement. Dosen is not the only company tackling this challenge with AI. 

Companies like Cogito use AI to provide real-time coaching, helping employees engage more empathetically in customer interactions, reducing burnout, and fostering stronger connections, while Workplacely goes beyond surveys by analyzing qualitative employee feedback, using artificial intelligence to identify sentiment and detect early signs of disengagement. Meanwhile, startups like Zortify leverage psychological analytics to tailor personal development plans, ensuring that employees feel supported and aligned with company goals.