Jeany Ngo

Yo, peep this story about Jeany Ngo, this girl is the real deal. She’s been in the startup game for over 15 years, and she’s crushed it at every turn. Two-time founder, YC W19 alum, she’s not just talking, she’s out here building shit that actually matters.

Her process starts with a deep love for design and storytelling. She’s got a crazy knack for UX/UI and visual design, which she’s honed working at big names like Airbnb, LinkedIn, and even Sony Computer Entertainment America. But she didn’t stop there, she jumped into startups, co-founding Adventurous Co, which is basically Disney meets Airbnb Experiences, but for storytelling and mixed reality adventures for families. She was the CEO there, so she’s been leading teams, making magic happen, and proving that she’s not just a designer, she’s a builder, a creator, a leader.

Then she co-founded Kairos, where she played the role of Chief Design Officer. This isn’t just about pretty interfaces, she’s focusing on inclusive, no-code Web3 tools and education. That tells you she’s not afraid to jump into the future, to build tech that’s accessible and kinda new.

Her background’s got all the flavor, she’s worked at Calm as Lead Product Designer, making sure people actually love using their product, and at Brex as Staff Product Designer, helping startups and fintech scale. She’s also freelanced for Figma and Crunchyroll, so she’s got that freelance hustle on lock. Plus, she’s done stints at agencies and other startups, which, no surprise, gave her that hustle mentality. She’s also got a solid biz background with a BBA in Management Information Systems from the University of Houston, so she’s got brains and skills.

But what’s really wild is her artistic side. She’s into digital illustration, textiles, ceramics, she’s all about expression, not just tech. Her art pulls from her personal experiences, making it raw and authentic as hell.

Long story short, Jeany is one of those founders who’s not just in it for the money. She’s driven by a passion for storytelling, design, tech, and making something meaningful. Her past shows she’s all about pushing boundaries, whether that’s in mixed reality, Web3, or design, and her success is no accident. She’s built companies, led teams, and now she’s out here shaping the future of how we experience stories and tech. No Cap, she’s a force to watch.