About KANNY
Who We Are
At KANNY, we’re on a mission to revolutionize the way people think about job-seeking, hiring and professional development. We believe there’s more to a person than just their résumé. Skills and experience are important, sure, but character—that’s where the magic happens. We’re here to help job seekers showcase their true selves and empower companies to build teams that are not just competent but also trustworthy, ethical, and downright awesome.
The Story of the Purple Squirrel
You might be wondering, what’s the deal with the purple squirrel? Great question! In recruiting lingo, a “purple squirrel” is that rare, almost mythical candidate who ticks every box on the list—a unicorn, but fuzzier. When we started KANNY, we realized that everyone has the potential to be a purple squirrel; they just need the right platform to show it. We’re here to help job seekers become that elusive, perfect fit by shining a light on what truly matters—their character.
Meet Our Leadership Team
Our leadership team is a diverse group of passionate individuals who believe in the power of character. We’ve got big brains, bigger hearts, and a shared commitment to making the world of work a better place. Led by Sean Vassilaros, our Co-Founder and CEO, the team brings together decades of experience in tech, HR, and business, with a healthy dash of curiosity and creativity.
- Sean Vassilaros, CEO, Founder
- David Krasne, Founder
- David Vassilaros, Founder
Our Advisory Board
Behind every great company is an even greater advisory board—at least, that’s what we tell them. Our advisors are industry leaders, thinkers, and doers who keep us grounded, inspired, and occasionally in check. They’re the ones who’ve seen it all and still manage to bring fresh ideas to the table. We’re lucky to have them in our corner as we navigate the ever-changing landscape of AI and recruitment.
- Shannon Ardo, Talent Strategy Principal, Starbucks
- Paul T. Cottey, Product and Technology CIO, Founder and CEO, MRAnates LLC
- Fabio Gratton, Health Tech Entrepreneur, Startup Incubator
- Joel Lalgee, The Realest Recruiter and host of ‘Recruiting is No Joke’ podcast
- Steve Matas, Talent Acquisition Executive, President, Advanced Clinical
- Ralph Nader, SVP, Head of Talent, IPG Mediabrands
- Paul Spector, PhD – Distinguished Professor, Muma College of Business, University of South Florida
- Chris Seib, Investor and Advisor, Venture Partner
- William Tincup, Talent Acquisition Expert and Influencer, WRKdefined
- Jennifer Terry, Labor and Employment Partner, Reed Smith LLP