The brainchild of three Aussie entrepreneurial friends who saw a problem that needed a solution
Practically everyone they were talking to (with tweens and teens) were all having an issue managing their kids’ screen & video game time.
The Founders
It all started at a BBQ
Peter Kakris
DIRECTOR, COFOUNDER & HEAD OF TECHNOLOGY - BSc (CompSci).
Key accomplishments include:
- Founder of Dynamic Solutions: Built and sold two IT companies before the age of 35.
- Visionary and inventor: Invested in early internet tech with an early internet service provider and web hosting services in his mid-20s before the internet was known! Peter has always has lots of ideas and inventions weekly.
- Software Development Expertise: Developed numerous custom software solutions, including clinical information systems, manufacturing systems, and business management tools.
- Transformation of Datalink Internet Systems: As a part owner and director, Restructured the company’s focus away from custom solutions development into product focus. Datalink builds scalable enterprise SaaS software used by lover 100 local governments, government departments and large enterprises, handling critical operations such as emergency management and disaster recovery. (see crisisworks.com)
- Chief Architect of ScreenCoach: Designed and managed every aspect of the product, bringing together his technical knowledge and modern psychology and business acumen to create a solution that suits modern families’ screen time needs.
His passion for sports, combined with his technical expertise and business leadership, make him a well-rounded and driven professional.
Stephanie Kakris
DIRECTOR, COFOUNDER, MARKETING & COMMUNICATIONS LEAD (BSc Grad, Dip in OrgPsych & Masters in AppPsych)
Stephanie has a Master’s degree in Sport Psychology. She is an author and international speaker on positive parenting. Since 2001, she has used her expertise to build her practice, High Performance Club Pty Ltd, www.highperformanceclub.com delivering high performance coaching, corporate training, executive and business coaching for over 20 years.
Whilst focusing on her own career and being a fantastic mother, she also performed trusted roles in Peter’s companies which include HR, payroll, and bookkeeping.
Stephanie’s understanding of human behaviour, coupled with parenting two tech-obsessed children of her own (15 & 20), provides valuable insight into product features. Stephanie liaises with parenting experts and research institutions to gather market data and information that informs product development and written materials designed specifically for our target market. She also brings expertise in sales and marketing fundamentals to her role.
Stephanie loves learning about anything to do with business, human potential and spirituality. She enjoys watching people shine at what they love doing most—whether that be as a parent, on stage, on the sporting field, in the workplace, or pursuing their personal passions with confidence and enthusiasm.
Peter Kakris
DIRECTOR, COFOUNDER & HEAD OF TECHNOLOGY - BSc (CompSci).
Key accomplishments include:
- Founder of Dynamic Solutions: Built and sold two IT companies before the age of 35.
- Visionary and inventor: Invested in early internet tech with an early internet service provider and web hosting services in his mid-20s before the internet was known! Peter has always has lots of ideas and inventions weekly.
- Software Development Expertise: Developed numerous custom software solutions, including clinical information systems, manufacturing systems, and business management tools.
- Transformation of Datalink Internet Systems: As a part owner and director, Restructured the company’s focus away from custom solutions development into product focus. Datalink builds scalable enterprise SaaS software used by lover 100 local governments, government departments and large enterprises, handling critical operations such as emergency management and disaster recovery. (see crisisworks.com)
- Chief Architect of ScreenCoach: Designed and managed every aspect of the product, bringing together his technical knowledge and modern psychology and business acumen to create a solution that suits modern families’ screen time needs.
His passion for sports, combined with his technical expertise and business leadership, make him a well-rounded and driven professional.
Stephanie Kakris
DIRECTOR, COFOUNDER, MARKETING & COMMUNICATIONS LEAD (BSc Grad, Dip in OrgPsych & Masters in AppPsych)
Stephanie has a Master’s degree in Sport Psychology. She is an author and international speaker on positive parenting. Since 2001, she has used her expertise to build her practice, High Performance Club Pty Ltd, www.highperformanceclub.com delivering high performance coaching, corporate training, executive and business coaching for over 20 years.
Whilst focusing on her own career and being a fantastic mother, she also performed trusted roles in Peter’s companies which include HR, payroll, and bookkeeping.
Stephanie’s understanding of human behaviour, coupled with parenting two tech-obsessed children of her own (15 & 20), provides valuable insight into product features. Stephanie liaises with parenting experts and research institutions to gather market data and information that informs product development and written materials designed specifically for our target market. She also brings expertise in sales and marketing fundamentals to her role.
Stephanie loves learning about anything to do with business, human potential and spirituality. She enjoys watching people shine at what they love doing most—whether that be as a parent, on stage, on the sporting field, in the workplace, or pursuing their personal passions with confidence and enthusiasm.
Peter & Steph
The parents of two early teens Pete & Steph both face today's challenges of managing screen time
Parents of two sensitive kids who love their screens, Stephanie has spent many years learning how to parent them in a way that honours their gifts and talents, while keeping a healthy balance of various activities and help around the home.
Pete has a strong relationship with gaming but their son is now 14 spends way more video games than Pete would like. Their 10 year old daughter also loves to relax in front of her iPad.
Our Company History
ScreenCoach has continued to make strides in their milestones since inception
2019
AN IDEA IS HATCHED
2019
A COMPANY IS FOUNDED
2019
FIRST INVESTORS WELCOMED
2019
THE WORK BEGINS
2020
THE GOVERNMENT TAKES NOTICE
ScreenCoach secures AUD $330K through the Australian Government’s Accelerating Commercialisation grant which provides SMBs, entrepreneurs and researchers with funding with the aim to strengthen, grow, innovate and commercialise Australian business both nationally and globally.
2020
THE PRODUCT IS DEVELOPED
2020
ALPHA TRIALS BEGIN
2021
ANOTHER GRANT WIN
2021
MEDIA TAKE NOTICE
2021
BETA TRIALS COMMENCE
2021
EXCITED STAKEHOLDERS AWAIT LAUNCH
2022
SCREENCOACH TO LAUNCH
ScreenCoach expected to become available on Australian app stores by the end of 2022, with an expected overseas launch in 2023.
What Parents are Saying
I don’t recognise my daughter, she is making her own breakfast and lunch, riding to school, having a shower without been asked – it is amazing how quickly she has changed
SO Victoria
I love that MyScreenCoach allows me to get my kids to take control. They want screentime, I want a clean room. It’s win win. It is costing me a lot in pocket money, but that’s a great problem to have.
MF SE Queensland
Already seen a MASSIVE improvement in attitudes…The kids love the game aspect and my son did the dishes without being asked!! Who are these kids?! This app is gonna change lives!