Director of Why at NX1 • Founder • iOS + Full-Stack Developer

KeatonMineau

Sole Founder of NX1, Founder of GradLaunchAI, and AI/Web Dev consultant at Applied Intelligence. I build ambitious products that merge strategy, design, and execution.

Released iOS app on the App Store
Founder of GradLaunchAI
Intern at Snack Media
Keaton Mineau

About Me

I'm Keaton Mineau, a founder, iOS developer, and full-stack web developer focused on building products that create measurable outcomes. I am currently the Sole Founder at NX1, where I describe my role as the Director of Why.

I recently launched GradLaunchAI, a platform that delivers personalized career roadmaps for college students using real job listings and recruiter contact data. I also released an app on the iOS App Store and continue developing production web applications end-to-end.

Through Applied Intelligence, I provide AI and web development consulting. At Snack Media, I currently contribute as an intern by building their website, creating AI-automated workflows, and supporting customer success strategy with hands-on CRM execution.

My Mission

To turn bold ideas into products people actually use. I focus on velocity, high standards, and practical execution that helps founders, students, and teams move from intention to results.

"Around here, however, we don't look backwards for very long. We keep moving forward, opening new doors and doing new things... and curiosity keeps leading us down new paths."

— Walt Disney

Key Milestones

2019-2023

DECA Competition Excellence

Competed at state and international levels in business and marketing, demonstrating strategic thinking and presentation skills

2024

Oregon Innovation Challenge Fellow

Selected from over 300 student-led startups for the competitive 12-week venture accelerator

2026

Sole Founder at NX1

Leading the company as Director of Why and evolving the NIL education + marketplace vision

2026

Founded GradLaunchAI

Launching AI-powered career roadmaps for .edu students with jobs, contacts, and coaching

2026

Shipped iOS Product

Designed, developed, and released an app to the Apple App Store while expanding full-stack development

My Work & Projects

Founder-led companies, iOS shipping, and real client execution across AI, web, and growth systems

Applied Intelligence

Applied Intelligence

AI consulting and web development practice focused on practical automation, better client systems, and shipping business-ready digital experiences.

AI ConsultingWeb DevelopmentAutomationClient Delivery
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NX1

NX1

Leading NX1 as Sole Founder and Director of Why. Building a stronger NIL education ecosystem and marketplace experience for student-athletes, brands, and agencies.

FounderNILMarketplaceEducationStrategy
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GradLaunchAI

GradLaunchAI

Founded and launched GradLaunchAI for college students. Delivers personalized career roadmaps, role recommendations, recruiter contacts, and AI career support with .edu verification.

AI ProductFounderCareer TechEdTechGrowth
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Snack Media

Snack Media

As an intern, I build websites, design AI automated workflows, and support customer success strategy while developing real CRM operations experience.

Web DevelopmentAI AutomationCRMCustomer Success
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iOS App Store Release

iOS App Store Release

Designed, developed, and released an iOS app to the Apple App Store, managing product iteration from concept through launch.

iOSApp StoreProduct LaunchMobile Development
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Oregon Innovation Challenge

Oregon Innovation Challenge

Selected as a Funded Fellow in this highly competitive 12-week venture accelerator from over 300 student-led startups. Gained invaluable mentorship and resources.

InnovationAcceleratorFunding
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The NX1 Podcast

The NX1 Podcast

Co-host of The NX1 Podcast with JR Quint, sharing insights from our entrepreneurial journey, discussing business strategies, and interviewing successful entrepreneurs.

Content CreationEntrepreneurshipStorytelling
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Skills & Expertise

A blend of entrepreneurial skills, leadership experience, and business acumen developed through real-world ventures

Founder Leadership

Sole Founder of NX1 and Founder of GradLaunchAI, owning direction and execution

Founder-Led StrategyVision & PositioningProduct DevelopmentMarket AnalysisGo-To-Market PlanningBusiness Model DesignOperational ExecutionPitching & PresentationsPartnership Development

Full-Stack Web Development

Building modern, interactive products with production-ready UI/UX

React + Next.jsTypeScriptTailwind CSSFramer MotionResponsive DesignAPI IntegrationPerformance OptimizationProduct-Led Development

iOS Development

Shipped and released an app to the Apple App Store

Native App DevelopmentApp Store Release ProcessMobile UXFeature IterationTesting & QARelease Management

AI + Automation Consulting

Applied Intelligence consulting focused on practical AI workflows and systems

AI Workflow DesignProcess AutomationPrompt EngineeringAutomation StrategyClient DiscoverySystem MappingTool SelectionImplementation Support

AI & Technology

Founder of GradLaunchAI with student-focused AI product features

AI Product DevelopmentMachine Learning ConceptsCareer Roadmap SystemsAI Tool IntegrationPrompt EngineeringAI Strategy & ImplementationUser Experience Design

Operations & Customer Success

Snack Media internship covering website builds, CRM ops, and customer success strategy

Customer Success StrategyCRM SystemsCross-Team CoordinationWebsite OperationsWorkflow DocumentationCritical ThinkingStrategic Problem Solving

Core Competencies

Innovation
Strategic Thinking
Consultative Delivery
Growth Mindset
Competitive Drive
Execution

Let's Connect

Building a brand, product, or AI workflow? Reach out for collaborations, consulting, or growth-focused product work.

Location

Eugene, OR | Appleton, WI