Press Kit

Pacaya Press Kit

Welcome to the Pacaya Press Kit! Below you’ll find all the essential resources and contact information for media inquiries, press releases, and detailed insights about Pacaya. We are excited to share our story with you, including how we are using cutting edge AI tools and Large Language Models (LLMs) to connect people, places, and activities like never before.

About Pacaya

Founded in 2021 by David Karangu, a resident of Atlanta, GA, Pacaya was created to provide a solution to the increasing sense of isolation by fostering local, real world connections through shared activities. David, who previously owned MercedesBenz, BMW, Ford, and Chevrolet franchises, transitioned from a successful career in the automotive industry to pursue his passion for technology driven social innovation.

Pacaya leverages cutting edge AI tools and LLMs (Large Language Models) to help users instantly connect with nearby people, places, and activities, making it easier to find meaningful interactions and experiences.

Key Features:

• Quick Links: Instantly connect with nearby users for spontaneous activities.
• Activities: Discover trending local activities and events near you.
• Communities: Join or create interest based communities to stay engaged.
• Skill Sharing: Learn new skills or share your expertise with others in your area.
• AIPowered Personalization: Using advanced AI tools and LLMs, Pacaya suggests activities, events, and people to match user preferences, fostering real life engagement in local communities.

Our Story

Pacaya was founded to solve the growing issue of social disconnection, particularly after the COVID19 pandemic. The app is designed to help users make real world connections by discovering nearby activities and meeting people with similar interests. Pacaya’s unique value lies in its use of cutting edge AI tools and LLMs that tailor recommendations for activities, groups, and events based on user preferences and proximity.

Founder David Karangu, who previously owned and operated major car dealerships including MercedesBenz, BMW, Ford, and Chevrolet franchises, saw an opportunity to shift focus from automobiles to building a social platform that fosters authentic, in person interactions. 

Key Milestones

• December 2021: Pacaya was founded with the vision of helping people reconnect around local activities after the pandemic.
• May 2022: Prelaunch of Pacaya, explaining its USP and customer benefits.
• October 2024: Official launch of Pacaya in Austin, TX, marking the app’s expansion into major U.S. cities.
• Q1 2025: Plans to expand Pacaya to additional U.S. cities and internationally, utilizing AI tools to customize local experiences and group activities.

Contact for Media Inquiries

For all media inquiries, interviews, or collaborations, please contact:

Dylan Rhodes, 

Senior Vice President of Marketing, 

Pacaya International  

Email: Dylan@pacaya.com  

Telephone: +1 (484) 3508426  

Location: Atlanta, GA

• Application Links:
  • Apple App Store
  • Google Play App
• Social Media Networks:
  • Instagram
  • TikTok
  • X (formerly Twitter)
  • YouTube
  • LinkedIn
  • Facebook
  • Pinterest
  • Quora
  • Reddit
  • Threads
  • Twitch

Press Resources

Below you’ll find additional resources for your coverage:

Brand Assets: 

Pacaya Logo Files: (available in .png and .eps formats)  Download

Brand Guidelines: A detailed guide on how to use Pacaya’s branding.  Download

Press Photos & Videos: Available on Social Media 

Product Screenshots:  Request from Email Above

Event Photography:  

Thank you for your interest in Pacaya. We look forward to working with you to help share our mission of building real world connections through local activities!