Team
A show-stopping cast of characters on the team of Act Write Here
Laney Kraus-Taddeo
Founder and CEO
Laney Kraus-Taddeo is an actor, writer, editor, and producer, all wrapped up in joy. From entertainment to democratic politics, her work has garnered over 8 billion views. Laney has made social content for 18 artists with a combined 79 Grammy nominations. Beyond her production career, she is a mission-driven entrepreneur determined to create for others the opportunities she longed for herself.
Bonnie Kate Wolf
Head of Product
Bonnie Kate is a creative director and agency owner. She specializes in design systems, iconography, and illustration with a focus in the technology space. She has led initiatives for companies including Netflix, CHANEL, and Discord. Her work supports billions of users across dozens of companies. She also directs, concepts, and performs in improv shows in her local Seattle area, focusing on long form narrative shows that feel like going to the movies.
Max Andres
Head of Engineering
Max is a software engineer and 2x exited founder. He specializes in product strategy, design and full-stack engineering, and has led products from first concept through launch and growth. Over his career he has built and led engineering and design teams and worked with founders at both early-stage startups and established companies. His focus is on turning complex problems into simple products that people enjoy using.
Jose Arcila
Senior Engineer
Jose Arcila is a full-stack developer based in Colombia with over eight years of experience building web and mobile applications. He’s worked with startups and growing teams, specializing in creating intuitive user experiences, scalable systems, and polished digital products that solve real world problems.
Sarah Sanders
Advisor
Sarah Sanders is a two-time founder and early-stage advisor whose work spans market research, consumer technology, and growth-stage operations. She co-founded Native AI, a market research intelligence company. Earlier in her career, she was an early employee at Rubicon and Toast, working across fundraising, sales, and market expansion. She is Vice Chair of the Entrepreneurship Center at the University of Kentucky. Sarah holds an MBA in International Business and is based in Cincinnati.