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Malachi Horton | USA | Disrupting Traditional Practices

CEO & Co-Founder @ Passion Role | Disrupting the Traditional Way of Hiring 🛠️ | ADHD Leader | Fully Transparent and Encouraging Content | Lightship Bootcamp Alum 24’ 🚀 | 2023 LinkedIn POC Power 50 Awardee

Malachi "Kai" Horton is a disruptor, an innovator, and a leader who’s transforming the hiring world as we know it. As the CEO and Co-Founder of Passion Role, Kai's journey began from his own struggles navigating traditional hiring systems while searching for a role that truly ignited his passion. This personal challenge sparked his mission to revolutionize how nontraditional entry-level talent connects with companies, leading to the creation of Passion Role—a platform that champions the power of passion over resumes. Passion Role is no ordinary hiring platform. It’s a technology-enabled gateway that puts cultural fit, soft skills, interests, and passions at the forefront, ensuring that the most ideal matches happen between candidates and companies. In Kai’s eyes, the secret to a fulfilling career lies in the perfect synergy between passionate individuals and supportive employers. And that’s precisely what Passion Role delivers—an advanced alternative to traditional applicant tracking systems. Kai’s vision is clear: make the workplace more accessible and empowering for entry-level talent who might be overlooked by conventional hiring processes. His platform taps into the potential of these individuals, helping them pursue careers that align with their true passions while connecting them with companies that value their unique spark. With a focus on inclusivity and innovation, Passion Role is reshaping the future of work.


Before founding Passion Role, Kai honed his skills in direct sales and customer service at organizations like Taboola and the U.S. Department of Homeland Security. His diverse background, including roles such as Deportation Officer and Enforcement and Removal Assistant, shows his adaptability and relentless drive for success.


Kai's educational journey at Onondaga Community College, where he graduated Cum Laude in Criminal Justice and Corrections, laid the foundation for his leadership today.


Kai’s dedication to disrupting traditional hiring practices has not gone unnoticed. In 2023, he earned a spot on the LinkedIn POC Power 50, a testament to his influence and impact in the industry.


As a Lightship Bootcamp Alum '24, Kai continues to push boundaries, innovate, and inspire others on his mission to make the workplace a more passionate, inclusive, and accessible space for all.


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