A Team Dedicated to Accelerating Human Understanding of Artificial Intelligence.

Kevin Fleming

Founder & CEO

Kevin is the founder and CEO of Writing.io, an award-winning platform that accelerates the adoption of artificial intelligence through industry-leading education, secure playgrounds, and a suite of powerful tools.

With an extensive background in building early-stage companies, software development, and machine learning, Kevin is incredibly passionate about helping others discover and leverage the power of AI and the latest generation of large language models.

Under his leadership, Writing.io has grown to empower tens of thousands of professionals and organizations, including Fortune 100 companies - accelerating  adoption and real-world implementations of artificial intelligence.

Kevin enjoys exploring Southwest Florida by boat, soaking in the beauty and diversity of the region's many ecosystems and abundant wildlife, and occasionally catching dinner along the way.

Amanda Scheibner

Chief Learning Officer

Amanda Scheibner is a co-founder of Writing.io and currently leads the development of the interactive AI education platform as the Chief Learning Officer.

At Writing.io, Amanda built the education framework and interactive learning experiences, designed to help accelerate real-world implementations of artificial intelligence through award-winning education.

Amanda holds an undergraduate degree in English, a Master’s degree in Composition and Rhetoric, and a Teaching Certification from West Chester University of Pennsylvania.

When she’s not at her bay-window desk, Amanda loves cuddling up with her little dog, Minnie, spending time out in the Florida sunshine, and traveling with her partner.  Her favorite travel destinations include Florence, Italy, Tokyo, Japan, and Captiva Island, Florida.

Ryan Fleming

Co-Founder

Ryan Fleming is a co-founder of Writing.io, and currently leads operations and our customer success team.

Ryan has a background centered around building early-stage companies and working with AI systems, and is adept at wearing many hats. He is passionate about empowering Writing.io to quickly move into new verticals, jumping into wherever needed to ensure the success of our rapidly growing team.

In his spare time, Ryan enjoys watching football, reviewing video games, producing music, painting, and eating pizza.

Jason Gagne

Chief Technical Officer

Jason Gagne currently serves at the Chief Technology Officer at Writing.io, where he leads development of the award-winning education platform and AI powered services.

He has a deep level of knowledge and experience building complex, web-based applications, and has served as CTO or similar of several successful companies throughout his career, including at ParentSquare where he served as Chief Architect.

Jason is also a father, husband, writer, artist and endurance athlete. He lives in Santa Barbara, California, where he and his wife homeschool their two children.

Niels Kohl

Chief Financial Officer

Niels Kohl brings over 30 years of extensive financial leadership to Writing.io and currently serves as the Chief Financial Officer.

Most recently, he served as CFO at ConnexPay, where he directed financial strategy, accounting, and operations. His experience also includes four years as Segment CFO at ACI Worldwide, overseeing full P&L management across their Banks, Merchants, and Billers segments.

Earlier in his career, Niels spent 30 years at IBM, holding numerous CFO roles across Hardware, Software, and Services. During his tenure, he notably spearheaded SaaS acquisitions, led IBM's Cloud business, and drove the development of IBM's Blockchain initiatives.

Niels holds a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Massachusetts, a Master of Science in Engineering Science from Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute, and an MBA from the University of Vermont.

Niels resides in Naples, Florida, with his wife and is the proud parent of two adult children. In his leisure time, he enjoys pickleball, tennis, and boating, with a particular passion for sailing.

Kelsey Evans

Head of Partner Success

Kelsey is the Head of Partner Success at Writing.io and works directly with an extensive network of industry leading partners to expand AI training and integrations.

Over the last few years, Kelsey has also worked at Writing.io to build engaging and interactive education programs centered around AI, that have reached tens of thousands of professionals and companies of all shapes and sizes.  

She has found that the key to her past success has been creating and growing relationships with executives and professionals at every level.

Kelsey graduated with a degree in business communications, and most of her 15-year career has been within the marketing field – whether that’s been working directly for clients, for pro teams, for agencies, or for small businesses.

In her spare time, Kelsey loves traveling to new places (and finding the best coffee spots in town), rowing on the Schuylkill River, and reading the next book on her never-ending TBR list.

Mel Kimmel

Government Affairs

Mel Kimmel currently serves as the lead advisor for government affairs for Writing.io.

Mel Kimmel is an accomplished executive liaison with extensive experience in both government and private sectors, specializing in government relations, strategic planning, and project management spanning over 15 years.

While stationed overseas in Bucharest Romania, Mel served as a key diplomat attaché, managing high-level diplomatic events and developing operational strategies to foster positive government relations. In this capacity, she worked closely with head-of-state officials and government representatives, strengthening bilateral relations and advancing U.S. interests.

Mel’s career reflects her strong leadership capabilities, a focus on operational excellence, and a commitment to building enduring relationships.

Mel resides in Kentucky with her family. She enjoys the best of Kentucky with their bourbon, horses, and sports!

Amanda Ripple

Community Manager

Amanda Ripple currently serves as the Community Manager for Writing.io

Amanda Ripple is a seasoned copywriter and ESL educator with over a decade of experience. Originally from Washington, D.C. and an alumna of Towson University, she now resides in Italy, where she draws inspiration from her surroundings.

Amanda specializes in empowering business professionals worldwide, enhancing their language skills and unlocking new executive opportunities. Her deep understanding of non-native speakers' challenges drives her commitment to their success. In addition to her teaching career, Amanda is a wellness coach who advocates for holistic wellness, helping clients achieve balance and happiness in their lives.

She is also passionate about artificial intelligence, viewing it as the language of the future and continuously learning to bridge gaps between diverse communities. Amanda's mission is to inspire others to reach their full potential through writing, teaching, and coaching, navigating the intersection of human potential and technology.

In Amanda's spare time, she enjoys spending time with her family and friends, especially her two young daughters. She also loves traveling, reading a good book, and honing her writing skills. Outdoor activities and sports play a big role in her life.