Empowering
Every Creator
We're on a mission to democratize content creation and help every creator build a sustainable, thriving business in the digital economy.
Our Mission
To democratize content creation by providing creators with AI-powered tools that amplify their creativity and accelerate their success.
Our Vision
A world where every creator has the tools, knowledge, and support they need to build sustainable businesses and share their unique voice with the world.
Our Purpose
We believe creativity should be limitless. By removing technical barriers and providing intelligent automation, we free creators to focus on what matters most.
Our Values
The principles that guide everything we do
Creator-First
Every decision we make starts with asking: 'How does this help creators succeed?' We're not just building tools; we're empowering dreams.
Innovation
We push the boundaries of what's possible with AI and technology, always staying ahead of the curve to give creators competitive advantages.
Community
We believe in the power of community. Our platform connects creators, fosters collaboration, and builds lasting relationships.
Trust & Safety
We're committed to building a safe, inclusive platform where all creators can thrive, regardless of their background or experience level.
Global Impact
We're democratizing content creation worldwide, breaking down barriers and giving everyone the tools to share their unique voice.
Excellence
We set high standards for ourselves and our platform, constantly iterating and improving to deliver exceptional experiences.
Our Impact
Numbers that tell our story
Meet the Founders
The team behind Kayso's vision
Shane Atkins
Co-Founder & CEO
Shane brings over a billion views of social media experience and deep technical development expertise. Pepperdine University alumnus with a passion for AI-powered content creation. Previously built and scaled multiple social media campaigns that achieved viral success, giving him unique insights into what drives engagement and audience growth.
Expertise
- Social Media Strategy
- Content Virality
- AI Technology
- Product Development
Achievements
- 1B+ social media views generated
- Pepperdine University graduate
- Expert in viral content strategy
Gino Darke
Co-Founder & COO
Gino is a strategic operations leader with experience across multiple high-growth companies. Currently Strategic Advisor at Fioment, working on revolutionary SmartRAP technology in the $350B+ wearable performance tech market. Previously held key roles at Aerotek, Stratus, and RDN Inc., including Department of Defense contract work analyzing housing markets across the U.S.
Expertise
- Strategic Operations
- Business Development
- Market Analysis
- Capital Strategy
Achievements
- Strategic Advisor at Fioment
- DOD contract market analysis expert
- Multi-company operations experience
Dylan Leonte
Co-Founder & CMO
Dylan is a content creation powerhouse and former member of Nelkboys, one of the most successful content creator groups. His YouTube gaming content achieved the #1 most viewed gaming video of 2023, with over 7 million subscribers. His deep understanding of viral content mechanics and audience psychology makes him invaluable in crafting Kayso's content strategy.
Expertise
- Viral Content Creation
- YouTube Strategy
- Gaming Content
- Audience Engagement
Achievements
- Former Nelkboys member
- #1 viewed gaming video of 2023
- 7M+ YouTube subscribers
Our Journey
From idea to global platform
The Vision
Three creators frustrated with complex content tools decide to build the first truly AI-native social media platform.
Core Development
Built foundational AI architecture and began developing multi-platform content generation capabilities.
Alpha Testing
Internal testing of AI content generation and cross-platform publishing with small creator group.
Platform Architecture
Developed scalable backend infrastructure and integrated advanced AI models for content optimization.
Beta Development
Currently building user dashboard, onboarding flow, and preparing for limited beta release.
Beta Launch (Target)
Planned limited beta release with select creators to test and refine core features.
Public Release (Target)
Target public launch with full feature set and multi-platform publishing capabilities.
Scale & Growth (Target)
Focus on user acquisition, feature expansion, and establishing market presence.
Building in Public
Transparent development of the future of content creation
Pre-Launch Development
Currently in active development phase, building core AI infrastructure and user experience.
Creator-Led Vision
Built by creators who understand the pain points of current content creation workflows.
AI-First Approach
Purpose-built for the AI era, not retrofitting old tools with AI features.
Join Our Story
Be part of the creator economy revolution. Whether you're a creator, investor, or just passionate about our mission, we'd love to connect.