Meet the Founders :)

Nihar Neelakanti – Co-founder and CEO of Ecosapiens
A Forbes 30 Under 30 honoree and Menlo Fellow, Nihar spent years in venture capital at Correlation Ventures, Kauffman Fellows, and Menlo Ventures, where he helped develop the climate thesis that sparked Ecosapiens.

A longtime Web3 and climate advocate, he's now focused on building a regenerative economy—using technology and incentives to transform commerce from an extractive system into one that restores the planet.

Garret Kane – Co-founder and Chief Creative Officer of Ecosapiens
An internationally exhibited artist and former agency creative director, Garret built a career at top firms before founding GK Studio, where he fused art, technology, and sustainability into large-scale installations and brand experiences.

His work has been showcased at Art Basel, Sculpture Magazine, the Museum of Art and Design, and in global campaigns. At Ecosapiens, he leads creative strategy—bridging storytelling, design, and emerging technology to make sustainability accessible and inspiring for a new generation.