Paul Kats
About Paul Kats
Paul Kats is a CEO and co-founder of Vyng, Inc. and currently serves as COO at Voice.ai. He has a background in entrepreneurship, having founded Quest4Rent and advised various startups, while also teaching youth in Los Angeles.
Current Role at Vyng
Paul Kats serves as the CEO and Co-Founder of Vyng, Inc., a position he has held since 2014. Under his leadership, Vyng has developed innovative solutions in the field of mobile technology. The company focuses on enhancing user engagement through personalized video ringtones. Kats has been instrumental in guiding the company's strategic direction and operational efficiency for nearly a decade.
Professional Experience
In addition to his role at Vyng, Paul Kats is currently the COO of Voice.ai, where he has worked since 2022. He has also served as an advisor at DigitalReef since 2022, following Vyng's acquisition by the company. Prior to these roles, he worked at RideAmigos Corp as a Marketing Manager for four months in 2013 and held the position of Director of Economic Development at Beautify Earth from 2013 to 2015.
Entrepreneurial Ventures
Paul Kats co-founded Quest4Rent, a virtual reality e-commerce company, and successfully exited to a metaverse company. His experience in entrepreneurship extends to advising startups on operations, fundraising, and direct-to-consumer strategies. He has invested in 20 patents, showcasing his commitment to innovation and technology.
Education and Teaching
Paul Kats earned a Bachelor of Arts in Business Economics from California State University-Long Beach, where he studied from 2007 to 2010. He is actively involved in education, teaching entrepreneurship to youth in Los Angeles through the NFTE program. Additionally, he guest lectures at the USC School of Entrepreneurship, sharing his knowledge and experience with aspiring entrepreneurs.
Background and Personal Life
Paul Kats is a refugee from the Soviet Union, which presented challenges in finding career guidance in America. His personal interests include freediving and traveling, reflecting his adventurous spirit and appreciation for exploration.