T E A M

CO-FOUNDER / CHAIRMAN

Jefferson Keith Langley is a visionary entrepreneur, creative executive, and multidisciplinary leader with over two decades of experience spanning film, television, technology, sports, real estate development, and global brand strategy. Known for his ability to bridge business strategy with creative innovation, he has guided start‑ups, productions, and investments toward consistent growth and successful outcomes across diverse markets.

Recognized by L.A. Weekly as one of the “Top 10 Entrepreneurs of the Year Making an Impact” (2023), Jefferson’s track record reflects a career defined by strategic vision, collaboration, and results. At Steepl, he leverages that dynamic background to strengthen creative strategy, expand business partnerships, and align talent with forward‑thinking opportunities that shape lasting value.

At the core of Jefferson’s leadership is a rare mix of creativity, business acuity, and visionary execution. His work embodies a commitment to innovation, collaboration, and meaningful impact, principles that define his enduring success and forward‑thinking influence.

Distinguished Accomplishments:

•LA Weekly's Top 10 Entrepreneurs of the Year Making an Impact in 2023.

•Chairman at The Shepherds Studios

•Founded and served as President of Production & Development @ a creative film fund backed by Silicon Valley investors.

•Produced various movies in theaters

•Winner of prestigious awards around the world

•Co-starred in MTV reality show called Home Grown Videos

• Founder/ Manager, semi-pro football club sponsored by Land Rover Jaguar

•Real Estate Developer and Renovator with multi million dollar revenues on numerous projects with a high net worth investors

•Advisor / Consultant to entrepreneurs, companies and brands across all industries

CO-FOUNDER / PRESIDENT

Mary Lou Langley is an accomplished business leader with over two decades of experience spanning real estate, finance, and operations. Recognized for her strategic acumen and relationship‑driven leadership, she combines a deep understanding of market dynamics with a disciplined, results‑oriented approach to growth. At Steepl, she leverages her background in brokerage ownership, financial management, and team development to foster lasting partnerships and build organizational value.

Mary Lou’s career began in banking and mortgage lending, where she held leadership positions consistently exceeding performance goals and navigating complex financial portfolios. Transitioning into real estate, she successfully owned and operated her own brokerage before becoming a top producer with Coldwell Banker Realty, earning International Diamond Society and Sterling Silver recognition for her excellence in client service and sales performance.

Mary Lou’s early experience working with renowned speaker Tony Robbins strengthened her consultative communication skills and deepened her commitment to personal accountability. Beginning in the finance department at Robbins Research International, she was soon selected to represent the finance team at corporate events, where she proactively stepped into multiple roles to enhance operations and elevate the VIP client experience. During her tenure, Mary Lou was recognized for her exceptional contributions and was honored by her peers as the Most Valuable Team Member with the award presented by Tony Robbins himself.

Distinguished Accomplishments:

•Head of Operations at Iconoverse

•Advisor & Strategic Endeavors at The Shepherds Studios

•Recipient of International Diamond Award and International Sterling Silver Award, Coldwell Banker Realty

•Co-Owner, and Operations Manager, at VANQUISH FC -semi-pro football club sponsored by Land Rover Jaguar

PARTNER

Mark Kenji Gonzales is a transmedia creative director and pipeline architect who translates complex IP lore into high-yield visual assets and engaging player experiences. Inspired by golden-era '90s gaming, Kenji specializes in adapting legacy properties, architecting production pipelines, and building original titles across interactive media.

His studio track record spans major gaming and media ecosystems. As an early team member at Phoenix Age, he helped scale the startup through its acquisition by Kabam. There, he led internal art teams and UI/UX pipelines for flagship multi-million-dollar titles including Castle Age and Underworld Empire—directing teams that shattered revenue projections. His ground-floor experience also includes early-stage growth at Gaia Interactive and Emerald City Games, along with co-creating Hallow Road Digital.

Distinguished Accomplishments

•Studio Growth & Revenue Scale: Scaled Phoenix Age from an early 13-person startup through its acquisition by Kabam; directed internal art and UI/UX teams on multi-million-dollar grossing franchises (Castle Age, Underworld Empire) that exceeded all projected revenue expectations.

•Global Tabletop Redesign: Redesigned the children’s dice game RUMMS for historic German publishing house KOSMOS, renowned globally for Settlers of Catan.

•Viral Media & Web3: Directed core visual assets for music powerhouse TheFatRat’s Close to the Sun (surpassing 45+ million YouTube views), leading to a successful global NFT/digital collectible release.

•Award-Winning Animation: Co-creator and Layout Artist for Rude Sleeping Beauty, winning Best Character Design (International Cosmopolitan Film Festival of Tokyo 2020) and Best Animated Short (LA International Film Festival, LA Sun Film Fest, and Roma Short Film Festival 2020).

•International Broadcast Presenter: Featured presenter highlighting Silicon Valley innovation for NHK’s nationwide Japanese television broadcast Somewhere Street.