Neal Kemp

Honestly, let me school you on Neal Kemp – this dude is the real deal in the startup world. He’s a YC alum from back in S14, which is basically the badge of honor for anyone serious about tech and startups. Dude’s been around the block and crushed it at a bunch of places like Gusto, Bannerman, thoughtbot, ZURB, and even did some freelance gigs. He’s the type that’s always been deep in the tech trenches, building stuff from the ground up.

But Neal’s story isn’t just about working at cool companies. He’s a builder, the kind of guy who sees problems and just jumps in to solve them. That’s why he’s co-founded multiple startups, all backed by YC. First, he co-founded Women.com, which was a hit and got acquired. Then he jumped into GovPredict, where he served as CTO. That one was also YC-backed, and it got bought by Capitol Canary. Neal didn’t just sell and dip, he stayed on as VP of Engineering there, which shows he’s in it for the long haul and knows how to scale teams and products internationally.

Now, here’s where it gets even more interesting. Neal’s current gig is CEO and co-founder of Strider, a badass hiring platform that connects US companies with vetted tech talent in Latin America. Basically, he’s trying to crack the code on how to help companies grow faster by finding the right people, no bullshit. And he’s doing this from Miami, which is kinda wild because he’s proving you don’t need to be in Silicon Valley to crush it.

What does all this say about Neal? For me, it’s clear he’s super motivated by building and scaling stuff that actually matters. He’s not just a tech guy, he’s a founder who understands the whole game: product, team-building, fundraising, and growth. He’s got this knack for spotting opportunities in new markets, especially Latin America, and turning them into something big. His process screams that he’s all about solving real problems and creating value at scale.

And honestly, Neal’s story is a blueprint for what it takes to be successful in startups today. It’s about jumping into the deep end, building stuff that’s meaningful, and never settling. Whether it’s women-focused platforms, government tech, or hiring tools, Neal’s been there, done that, and keeps pushing forward. That’s what makes him so important, he’s not just riding the wave, he’s shaping it. No cap.