Kai Keane

Bestie, here’s what’s good with Kai Keane – this guy’s the real deal in the startup world. He’s a total OG when it comes to building stuff that actually matters, especially around making workplaces more inclusive.

So, Kai’s been on this process for a minute. He’s a Cornell grad, super smart, and since way back he’s been all about tech, design, and making a difference. Started out doing design gigs – like at the U.S. Green Building Council and Cornell NYC Tech – just messing around with multimedia and sustainability stuff. But it’s clear pretty early on that he’s got a bigger mission.

Fast forward a bit, and he jumps into entrepreneurship. First, he co-founded Agnes.io and De Lune Inc – mostly just testing the waters, I guess. Then he co-founds Chronically Capable in 2018 – that was a big change. The whole idea? Helping people with chronic illnesses find jobs that actually work for them. It’s about lifting up folks who often get left behind, making the workplace more flexible, more understanding. That’s a huge vibe – Kai’s clearly passionate about accessibility and inclusion.

Then, in 2019, he co-founds Disclo with Hannah Olson. This is where he really hits his stride. Disclo is a software platform that helps employers handle health disclosures and accommodation requests without breaking HIPAA or SOC2 laws – basically, making workplaces safer and more legit when it comes to employee health stuff. It’s all about efficiency, compliance, and most importantly – inclusion. This guy’s not just building a company; he’s building a better world for workers with health needs.

And he’s doing all this from Austin, TX, no less. That’s a hot spot for startups now, and Kai’s definitely crushing it there. He’s been part of YC’s S22 batch – so he’s recognized in the VC world, no cap.

What’s crazy is how all his past stuff feeds into what he’s doing now. His design background, his work on green initiatives, his early startups – they all scream one thing: he’s driven by making tech that’s inclusive and meaningful. He’s not in it for the hype, he’s in it to change the game.

Plus, Kai’s got mad respect in the disability community. He’s out here pushing for workplaces to be more accessible, more understanding. That’s his true north.

Bottom line – Kai Keane is one of those founders who’s seen the bullshit, understands the pain points, and actually builds solutions that help real people. He’s all about inclusion, tech, and making sure no one gets left behind. That’s why he’s so important – he’s not just creating a company, he’s shaping a more human, fair future. No Cap.