Hi, I’m Omar, the founder and CEO of Kinnect. This post is part of my “From Omar” series — a space where I share the real, unfiltered thoughts that come up as I build Kinnect. Today, I’m thinking about something that affects us all: grief and what’s left behind when someone we love passes away.
When I think about grief, I think about the people I’ve lost.
I think about my grandfather, who developed dementia.
I think about my friend Brandon, who passed away after a battle with cancer.
And I think about how, in the midst of it all — the doctor’s visits, the family gatherings, the busyness of life — it’s so easy to miss the chance to ask the right questions. To get the stories we didn’t even know we wanted until it was too late.
That’s not meant to make anyone feel guilty.
But I (really) think that’s why I’m building Kinnect.
Because we shouldn't have to wait until it’s "too late."
What happens when someone dies?
Kinnect is where families build this kind of archive in real time. The Echo feature sends one question every 24 hours — your family answers in their own words, and the responses accumulate into something permanent. Kin Groups keep everything private and invite-only. Start free at kinnect.club.
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