Overview
If you’ve ever wondered what it takes to build a more connected, energized remote team, the folks at Kin AI might have some answers.
Kin AI is the creator of a personal AI companion designed to help workers thrive in their professional careers and navigate the challenges of work life.
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Their globally-distributed team is on a mission to empower modern workers—but as any remote team knows, creating real energy and connection in virtual spaces is no small task.
“We’re a team that thrives on collaboration and innovation, so our weekly check-ins and social sessions are an important part of how we stay aligned and inspired,” says Yngvi Karlson, Co-founder and Chief Growth Officer at Kin. “But with traditional video tools, it was tough to manage the mood, keep engagement high, and make those moments feel special.”
Kin’s team is small but mighty—a group of forward-thinking professionals building tools that help others bring clarity and focus to their work lives. As they grew, they knew their remote meetings needed to match the same energy and creativity they poured into their product.
That’s when they discovered Butter—the all-in-one collaboration platform built to make virtual meetings engaging, dynamic, and, yes, fun 🤩
“The moment we tried Butter, everything clicked,” Yngvi says. “It brought the tools, the structure, and the vibe we needed to make our meetings and our team come alive.”
Before Butter, our weekly check-ins and socials felt a bit flat—setting the right mood, managing time, and keeping everyone involved were constant struggles. The moment we fired up Butter, it was like someone turned on the lights at a party. Suddenly, our meetings had life!
Challenge: Remote meeting blues 😴
Remote meetings can often feel… well, meh. As a company empowering modern workers with AI coaching, Kin AI knows the value of team connection. But their weekly check-ins and social events were losing their spark.
“Before Butter, our weekly check-ins and socials felt a bit flat—setting the right mood, managing time, and keeping everyone involved were constant struggles,” says Yngvi Karlson, Co-founder and Chief Growth Officer at Kin. “We needed a tool that matched our team’s energy, and made remote work feel more human.”
Kin needed a way to:
- Boost engagement without losing focus
- Streamline agendas and manage time better
- Create an experience that team members actually looked forward to
Solution: Turning meetings into magic 🪄
Enter Butter 🧈: the all-in-one platform designed to make virtual meetings seamless, interactive, and fun. From their very first session, Kin AI knew something had changed.
“The moment we fired up Butter, it was like someone turned on the lights at a party. Suddenly, our meetings had life!”
Here’s how Kin transformed their weekly check-ins and socials:
- Timed Agendas: No more “Oops, we’re over time!”—everyone stays on track.
- Emoji Reactions: Because sometimes a simple 👍 or 🎉 says it all.
- Sound Effects: A well-timed ba dum tss 🥁 breaks the ice like nothing else.
- Queuing: Fair airtime for everyone, ensuring every voice is heard.
- Icebreakers and Quizzes: Awkward silences? Never heard of her.
For their Friday socials—cheekily named “The Pool House”—Kin brought Butter’s energy to music, games, and quizzes, setting the perfect vibe for winding down the week.
Results: A recipe for remote success 🚀
The impact was immediate and undeniable. Meetings now run smoothly and on time, without losing momentum. Team engagement has soared, with more energy, laughter, and camaraderie than ever before. Even their weekly social events—once just another call on the calendar—have become something the team genuinely looks forward to.
“Our weekly meetings used to feel like a chore. Now, I actually look forward to them,” says Yngvi. “Butter brings energy back into our team. It’s amazing what a difference the right tools can make.”
As one team member put it: “I just really looove this!! So much fun 🥰”
By embracing Butter, Kin AI turned their remote meetings into moments of connection, creativity, and collaboration. The result? A team that’s more engaged, more productive, and genuinely excited to come together—wherever they are.
Yngvi’s top Butter tip 💡
Yngvi's advice for new Butter users? Get creative with the features!
"Use the waiting room time to set a fun tone right from the start—change up the music weekly to a tune that they can guess before the meeting starts, or use GIFs to match the mood you want to set.
Butter also has a lot of icebreaker and team socials templates that can help spark joy in each session.
It’s these small touches that make remote meetings feel human and connected.”
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