About Mei

Mei was founded in 2016 by Es Lee, with the belief that AI and technology could help people create deeper connections with each other. Our team is primarily based in New York City, with developers around the world.

We have consumer and enterprise offerings — both as self-service applications and as bespoke development services. Our products and services do not create new messaging channels; they add a layer of AI into the channels people already use: SMS texting, messenger apps, email, and voice calls.

Our first core product was the first default SMS texting app alternative (with RCS) on Android phones, with an optional built-in AI providing personalized advice using predictive models. Our current products have more of a generative AI focus — including a self-service AI agent builder that makes it easy for anyone to create AI replicas, employees, or services that communicate like a person.

We also publish proprietary AI consumer products — usually free — that serve particular functions like therapy, coaching, and companionship. Alongside the consumer products, we co-develop with select partners to custom-build proprietary AI applications on a contract basis.