About Shonkinite

Harper Klay lives with a Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI). Harper’s lived experiences have led her to a deeper understanding of neuroscience and the power of storytelling to connect, rewire, renew, and influence people. She founded Shonkinite to revolutionize the way stories are developed for film, television, broadcast and media. Originally from a fifth generation Montana cattle ranch, Harper’s frontier upbringing instills a determination that few can match.

Gabby’s love of storytelling began at age twelve years old when she discovered K-dramas. Captivated by the emotional depth, pacing, and character development, she became fluent in Korean. With a degree in East Asian Studies she immersed herself in the nuances of cross-cultural communication and storytelling traditions. In 2017, a translation job at a Los Angeles Pilates studio introduced her to Harper Klay. With their shared love of story, and drive to make a difference, Gabby has used her skills in research, communication and technology to develop all of the Shonkinite creative work. From cultural insight to character development and worldbuilding, Gabby enjoys helping stories feel layered, grounded, and resonant. She believes that the best storytelling—whether in drama, comedy, or something in between—stirs something universal while staying deeply personal and culturally specific. In addition Gabby identifies and applies the latest art tech tools and co-hosts and co-produces the Lingerie Shop Girl podcast, overseeing post-production, editing, and distribution.

Allan is a veteran software engineer and technology executive with nearly 25 years in the industry, including close to a decade in the video game industry. As an avid PC gamer, multilingual world traveler, and Argentine Tango dancer, he brings a unique blend of technical precision, global insight, and creative intuition to Shonkinite. Having lived in seven countries and led engineering teams across disciplines, he helps shape platforms that are as immersive and intentional as a masterfully told story—or a perfectly executed dance.

Charity Jensen and Harper Klay share parallels as daughters of multi-generational Montana cattle ranches and Argentine Tango dancers.With multiple literature degrees, Charity’s editing experience ranges from shaping entrepreneurs’ voices to technical textbooks. She has travelled extensively for academia and Tango. Her passion and lived experience for the transformational power of story and dance has made her a constant asset to CORTINA. Charity clarifies Harper’s vision for Shonkinite and Cortina, and meticulously edited the 97 page CORTINA Lookbook for the global series.