ImpacTech: Recent Episodes
Dr. Mary Goldberg, Dr. Jon Pearlman, Nancy Augustine, Dr. Michelle Zorrilla
IMPACT Center's ImpacTech with Dr. Mary Goldberg. Join us as we delve into the stories of assistive technology researchers and entrepreneurs. What does it take to get an assistive technology to market? What is happening across the country and around the world? Listen to their journeys and hear about some really neat technologies helping to improve people's daily lives.
Host(s): Dr. Mary Goldberg, Co-Director of the IMPACT Center at the University of Pittsburgh
Guest(s): Walter (Wally) Boot, PhD (CREATE / ENHANCE), Sara Czaja, PhD (CREATE / ENHANCE)
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CREATE (Center for Research and Education on Aging and Technology Enhancement ) | Website https://create-center.org/
ENHANCE (Enhancing Neurocognitive Health, Abilities, Networks, & Community Engagement) Center | Website https://www.enhance-rerc.org/
Discussion Topics (Timestamps)
00:00 Introduction / Guest bios
01:20 Unsolved challenges in aging and technology
04:30 Why products still fail older adults
07:00 Misconceptions about aging and tech literacy
09:30 AI and Medicare decision support
14:30 Hallucinations, trust, and RAG systems
18:45 AI for cognitive support and caregivers
21:30 Privacy, scams, and deepfakes
25:00 VR and social isolation
29:00 VR risks: falls, cybersickness, home use
32:00 VR for wayfinding and ADL training
35:00 User-centered design and needs assessment
37:30 Community implementation + closing
Host(s): Dr. Mary Goldberg, Co-Director of the IMPACT Center at the University of Pittsburgh
Guest(s): Shay Cohen,Co-Founder and CEO of Verbali and innovator behind Ma-Talk
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Verbali.io | Website
Discussion Topics (time stamp)
- The Tech Behind Ma-Talk 2:26
- Data Privacy and Child Safety 11:32
- Lessons & Future Directions 19:07
Transcript | Word Doc, PDF
Host(s): Dr. Mary Goldberg, Co-Director of the IMPACT Center at the University of Pittsburgh
Guest(s): Shay Cohen,Co-Founder and CEO of Verbali and innovator behind Ma-Talk
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Verbali.io | Website
Discussion Topics (time stamp)
- The inspiration 1:15
- Their experience with AAC 5:45
- Early Development 10:37
Transcript | Word Doc, PDF
Host(s): Dr. Mary Goldberg, Co-Director of the IMPACT Center at the University of Pittsburgh
Guest(s): Taylor Allen and Sreejith Ravi, REAR LAB at Georgia Tech
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REAR Lab | Website
Discussion Topics (time stamp)
- What sparked the idea 2:05
- Design challenges 6:06
- Different features 13:09
- Future applications and the market 19:58
- RESNA student design challenge 22:01
Transcript | Word Doc, PDF
Host(s): Dr. Mary Goldberg, Co-Director of the IMPACT Center at the University of Pittsburgh
Guest(s): Mike Soniat and Wayne Newitts
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DOOR-E | Website, Facebook
Discussion Topics (time stamp)
- Technical hurdles in developing Door-E 1:13
- Engineering and manufacturing challenges 4:18
- Community-building and user feedback 7:34
- Stories of impact and user needs 14:07
- Next steps: beta testing, scaling, and distribution 17:02
Transcript | Word Doc, PDF
Host(s): Dr. Mary Goldberg, Co-Director of the IMPACT Center at the University of Pittsburgh
Guest(s): Mike Soniat and Wayne Newitts
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DOOR-E | Website, Facebook
Discussion Topics
- The origin story of DOOR-E, inspired by helping a friend with mobility needs
- Feedback that shaped product development
- Community validation and emotional impact of connecting with users
- How DOOR-E works: portable, affordable, and zero-installation door automation
- Target users: individuals with mobility challenges, caregivers, and therapists
- Broader applications beyond accessibility, including everyday convenience
Transcript | Word Doc, PDF
Host(s): Dr. Mary Goldberg, Co-Director of the IMPACT Center at the University of Pittsburgh
Guest(s): Student Design Team - HAT, University of Washington: Yuka Fan,Emily Boeschoten, Adria Gonzalez, Sasha Portnova
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HAT Team Information | Video, Website, Publication
Discussion Topics
- RESNA Student Design Challenge Experience
- Bridging the Gap Between Technology and Real-World Use
- Next Steps for the Hand Assessment Tool (HAT)
- Advice for Other Student Innovators
- Vision for Real-World Impact
Host(s): Dr. Mary Goldberg, Co-Director of the IMPACT Center at the University of Pittsburgh
Guest(s): Student Design Team - HAT, University of Washington: Yuka Fan,Emily Boeschoten, Adria Gonzalez, Sasha Portnova
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HAT Team Information | Video, Website, Publication
Transcript | Word Doc, PDF
Discussion Topics
- Intro & Episode Overview
- Team Formation and Backgrounds
- Clinical Motivation Behind HAT
- How HAT Works
- Tech Design Choices (Leap vs Webcam)
- Reliability Testing Insights
- Inclusivity and Accessibility in Design
- OT Perspective on Disability Representation
- Closing & Teaser for Part 2
Host(s): Dr. Mary Goldberg, Co-Director of the IMPACT Center at the University of Pittsburgh, Josh Anderson, Program Director, Assistive Technology Specialist for Easter Seals Crossroads, and Host of Assistive Technology Update
Guest(s): Brandon Biggs, CEO of XR Navigation; John McInerney, IMPACT Mentor and Board Member
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Easter Seals Crossroads | Website
Assistive Technology Update | Website, Podcast Apple Page
XR Navigation | LinkedIn, Website
Transcript | Word Doc, PDF
Host(s): Dr. Mary Goldberg, Co-Director of the IMPACT Center at the University of Pittsburgh, Josh Anderson, Program Director, Assistive Technology Specialist for Easter Seals Crossroads, and Host of Assistive Technology Update
Guest(s): Brandon Biggs, CEO of XR Navigation; John McInerney, IMPACT Mentor and Board Member
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Easter Seals Crossroads | Website
Assistive Technology Update | Website, Podcast Apple Page
XR Navigation | LinkedIn, Website
Transcript | Word Doc, PDF
Host: Dr. Mary Goldberg, Co-Director of the IMPACT Center at the University of Pittsburgh
Co-Host: Dr. Michelle Zorrilla, Senior Research Scientist and Associate Director of Technology Translation, IMPACT Center at the University of Pittsburgh
Guest: Emilie Maamary, CMO of Steadiwear
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Transcript | PDF
Some abbreviations used during the episode:
B to B to C: business to business to consumer
MVP: minimum viable product
Host: Dr. Mary Goldberg, Co-Director of the IMPACT Center at the University of Pittsburgh
Co-Host: Dr. Michelle Zorrilla, Senior Research Scientist and Associate Director of Technology Translation, IMPACT Center at the University of Pittsburgh
Guest: Emilie Maamary, CMO of Steadiwear
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Transcript | PDF
Timestamps:
1:43 Steadiwear's Origin and Personal Inspiration
3:47 Challenges and Initial Steps
4:45 User Testing and Product Development
8:40 Navigating the FDA Process
16:53 Seeking Consultants and Mentors
18:37 Collaborations and Connections
21:40 Promotions and Final Thoughts
Host: Dr. Mary Goldberg, Co-Director of the IMPACT Center at the University of Pittsburgh
Guest: Leah Marmo, Director of Impact Accelerator at Iglis, Pittsburgh, PA
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Transcript | PDF
Timestamps:
1:59 Leah's Background Story
20:15 Key Lessons Learned Throughout Her Career
27:37 Mission and Vision of the Inglis Impact Accelerator
41:07 Sample Clients
56:26 Advice to Aspiring Entrepreneurs in this Space
Companies Mentioned in Episode
Together International | Website
testa-seat | Website
Cookie Cookie Ice Cream | Website
River City Growers | Website
Disability Media Network | Website
Host: Dr. Mary Goldberg, Co-Director of the IMPACT Center at the University of Pittsburgh
Guest: Rose Morris, Founder of Abram's Nation
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Transcript | PDF
Timestamps:
1:45 Rose Morris and Abram's Nation Introduction
2:05 Motivation to start Abram's Nation
6:57 Challenges of Learning About FDA Registration and Insurance Requirements
11:56 Memorable Success Stories
18:50 Expansion into International Markets and SBA Exporter of the Year
27:25 Future Plans
Host: Dr. Mary Goldberg, Co-Director of the IMPACT Center at the University of Pittsburgh
Guests: Todd Hargroder and Troy Tesmer, co-founders of Soul Mobility, Inc.
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Transcript | PDF
Timestamps:
0:58 The IMPACT Award
2:31 How they got into the mobility space
9:43 Involvement in the field
13:02 Building a substantial product
17:50 Challenges during development
24:05 The future of power-assist
34:38 Never give up
Host : Dr. Michelle Zorrilla, Associate Director of Technology Translation, and Dr. Julie Faieta, Assistant Professor at the University of Pittsburgh, Rehabilitation Science Researcher and Licensed Clinical Occupational Therapist
Guests: RESNA Developers' Showcase Teams (see below for more information)
Timestamps:
00:00 Introduction
02:13 Stephanie - VehiCLE
03:48 Wayne - Wall Storage
05:51 Leslie - Hummingbird
09:46 Karen - Work Access
13:04 Finn - Auli Tech
16:20 Nadine - Kinemo
21:01 Roger - MyAccessibleHome
25:07 Todd - PowerFlex
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1. VehiCLE by the Cleveland VA Technology Transfer Program - Stephanie Bailey | Website
2. Fully Accessible Wall Storage by Novabiz - Wayne Crowley | Website
3. The Hummingbird by the Prism Lab at Holland Bloorview Kids Rehabilitation Hospital in Toronto - Leslie Mumford | Website
4. Work ACCESS by the Center for Inclusive Design and Innovation at Georgia Tech - Karen Milchus
5. Cato by Auli Tech - Finn Biggs | YouTube, Email,
6. Kinemo by Georgia Tech - Nordine Sebkhi | Website, LinkedIn
7. myAcessibleHome App by R2D2 Center at the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee - Roger Smith | Website
8. PowerFlex by Soul Mobility - Todd Hargroder | Website
Transcript | PDF
Host: Dr. Mary Goldberg, Co-Director of the IMPACT Center at the University of Pittsburgh
Guest: Julie Gulick, President and CEO of Bally Design
Julie Gulick - Bally Design | LinkedIn, Website
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Host: Dr. Mary Goldberg, Co-Director of the IMPACT Center at the University of Pittsburgh
Guest: Dr. Anjali Forber-Pratt, Director of the National Institute of Disability, Independent Living and Rehabilitation Research (NIDILRR), an elite wheelchair racer, a Paralympic ambassador, public speaker, disability advocate, and former assistant professor at Vanderbilt University.
Dr. Anjali Forber-Pratt | LinkedIn, ACL.gov News, Website
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Transcript | PDF
Info on pursuing NIDILRR funding
- View NIDILRR funding opportunities at Grants.gov
- View NIDILRR Funding Opportunities on ACL.gov Tip: When the page is displayed in your browser, choose the "NIDILRR" category from the drop-down menu at the top of the page.
Host: Dr. Mary Goldberg, Co-Director of the IMPACT Center at the University of Pittsburgh
Guest: Dr. Anjali Forber-Pratt, Director of the National Institute of Disability, Independent Living and Rehabilitation Research (NIDILRR), an elite wheelchair racer, a Paralympic ambassador, public speaker, disability advocate, and former assistant professor at Vanderbilt University.
Dr. Anjali Forber-Pratt | LinkedIn, ACL.gov News, Website
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Transcript | PDF
Key Mentions
- NIDILRR main webpage
- NARIC
- About NIDILRR video
Adaptive sport/exercise RRTC
- How to find adaptive sport/recreation: https://www.naric.com/?q=en/FAQ/where-can-i-find-accessible-recreational-activities
- NIDILRR funded: https://www.rectech.org/
- The National Center on Physical Activity and Disability (NCPAD)
AT3 and NARIC links on Assistive Tech
- https://acl.gov/programs/assistive-technology/assistive-technology
- AT3 Center State Assistive Technology Program Directory
- https://www.naric.com/?q=en/content/assistive-technology-0
- NIDILRR’s Small Business Innovation Research program
- Knowledge Translation Centers Program
Info on pursuing NIDILRR funding
- View NIDILRR funding opportunities at Grants.gov
- View NIDILRR Funding Opportunities on ACL.gov Tip: When the page is displayed in your browser, choose the "NIDILRR" category from the drop-down menu at the top of the page.
Hosts: Dr. Michelle Zorrilla, Associate Director of Technology Translation and Mrs. Nancy Augustine, Project Manager, at the IMPACT Center at the University of Pittsburgh,
Guests: Madeline Lee and Meghan Mulloy, graduate student entrepreneurs from the University of Pittsburgh’s Masters of Rehabilitation Technology program
Meghan Mulloy | LinkedIn
Toothbrush Buddy | Website
RESNA Student Design Challenge 2022 | Website
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Key Mentions
SHRS Master of Rehabilitation Science https://www.shrs.pitt.edu/mrt
RESNA.org www.RESNA.org
Host: Dr. Mary Goldberg, Co-Director of the IMPACT Center at the University of Pittsburgh
Guests: Tracey McGillivray, Entrepreneur/Co-founder & CEO at Axtion Independence Mobility Inc.; Liam Maaskant, Mechanical Engineer; Co-Founder & CPO, Axtion Independence Mobility Inc.
Tracey McGillivray | LinkedIn
Liam Maaskant | LinkedIn | Email
Action Independence Mobility Inc. | Twitter
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Key Mentions
www.Rise4Access.org
www.RESNA.org
Host: Dr. Mary Goldberg, Co-Director of the IMPACT Center at the University of Pittsburgh
Guests: Dr. Portia Singh, Director of Research at Cariloop, the world's first human-powered caregiver support platform that combines professional health care coaching services, and cloud-based tools that help families plan and manage every aspect of their caregiving journey; Shireen Abdullah, CEO of Yumlish, an AI-powered digital health platform that provides culturally relevant nutrition therapy for minorities with diabetes and addresses socio-economic barriers to dietary adherence.
Dr. Portia Singh | LinkedIn, Cariloop
Shireen Abdullah | Yumlish Website, LinkedIn
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Host: Dr. Mary Goldberg, Co-Director of the IMPACT Center at the University of Pittsburgh
Guests: Dr. Portia Singh, Director of Research at Cariloop, the world's first human-powered caregiver support platform that combines professional health care coaching services, and cloud-based tools that help families plan and manage every aspect of their caregiving journey; Shireen Abdullah, CEO of Yumlish, an AI-powered digital health platform that provides culturally relevant nutrition therapy for minorities with diabetes and addresses socio-economic barriers to dietary adherence.
Dr. Portia Singh | LinkedIn, Cariloop
Shireen Abdullah | Yumlish Website, LinkedIn
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Timestamps:
1:22 Dr. Portia Singh background
7:28 Shireen Abdullah background
15:17 What inspired Portia's work?
24:39 What inspired Shireen's work?
29:42 Barriers faced in development and technology transfer
Host: Dr. Mary Goldberg, Co-Director of the IMPACT Center at the University of Pittsburgh
Guests: Karin Leire, Vice President of Research and Innovation at Permobil; Dr. Laura Rice, Associate Professor at the University of Illinois, Associate Director of the Center on Health, Aging, and Disability, and Interim Director of Master of Public Health and Master of Health Administration Programs; and Dr. Shantha Sarangapani, Founder & CEO of ICET Inc., a growing contract R&D company aggressively developing new ideas, concepts and technologies in the areas of biomedicine, energy, and environment.
Karin Leire | LinkedIn
Dr. Laura Rice | Lab Website, LinkedIn
Dr. Shantha Sarangapani | ICET Inc Website, LinkedIn
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Timestamps:
01:02 What is unique about rehab tech and its path to market?
02:40 From concept to prototype to market
04:12 Pushing for the greater masses
06:48 Collaborations with Industry
10:24 When to engage other sectors
11:45 Intellectual Property Challenges
14:32 Large company secret sauce
Host: Dr. Mary Goldberg, Co-Director of the IMPACT Center at the University of Pittsburgh
Guests: Karin Leire, Vice President of Research and Innovation at Permobil; Dr. Laura Rice, Associate Professor at the University of Illinois, Associate Director of the Center on Health, Aging, and Disability, and Interim Director of Master of Public Health and Master of Health Administration Programs; and Dr. Shantha Sarangapani, Founder & CEO of ICET Inc., a growing contract R&D company aggressively developing new ideas, concepts and technologies in the areas of biomedicine, energy, and environment.
Karin Leire | LinkedIn
Dr. Laura Rice | Lab Website, LinkedIn
Dr. Shantha Sarangapani | ICET Inc Website, LinkedIn
IMPACT Center | Website, Facebook, LinkedIn, Twitter
Timestamps:
1:12 Backstories
9:12 Flexible Employment Program for Women Scientists at ICET, Inc.
12:22 Barriers Faced by Female Innovators
16:09 Experiences Impacted by Gender
18:22 Patents and Investments
23:39 Is work-life balance achievable?
33:08 Leading by example
37:11 Monday Motivation
Host: Dr. Mary Goldberg, Co-Director of the IMPACT Center at the University of Pittsburgh
Guests: Dr. Alex Mihailidis, Barbara G Stymies Chair in Rehabilitation Technology, and lead of the Artificial Intelligence and Robotics team at KITE, and Dr. Tilak Dutta, Scientist at the Toronto Rehab Institute.
AGE-WELL NCE | Website, Twitter, Facebook, YouTube
KITE Research Institute | Website, Facebook, LinkedIn, Twitter, YouTube
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Timestamps:
01:30 Knowledge Translation Beyond Products
06:37 Barriers and Facilitators of Implementing Standards
10:19 Challenges of an Aging Population
15:49 Technology Polarities faced by the Aging
18:40 Advice for those going into AT
Host: Dr. Mary Goldberg, Co-Director of the IMPACT Center at the University of Pittsburgh
Guests: Dr. Alex Mihailidis, Barbara G Stymies Chair in Rehabilitation Technology, and lead of the Artificial Intelligence and Robotics team at KITE, and Dr. Tilak Dutta, Scientist at the Toronto Rehab Institute.
AGE-WELL NCE | Website, Twitter, Facebook, YouTube
KITE Research Institute | Website, Facebook, LinkedIn, Twitter, YouTube
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Timestamps:
01:15 Alex Background & Intro
02:21 Tilak Background & Intro
03:28 KITE Center - What they do and the research teams
05:12 Collaboration, Commercialization and Translation
07:51 The Home Lab and End-Users
14:47 KITE Startups - Braze Mobility
18:15 Research, Funding & Support
Host: Dr. Mary Goldberg, Co-Director of the IMPACT Center at the University of Pittsburgh
Guests: Dr. Pooja Viswanathan, CEO of BRAZE Mobility Inc and Dr. Rosalie Wang, Assistant Professor in the Department of Occupational Science and Occupational Therapy, University of Toronto
FASTER Collective | Website
AGE-WELL NCE | Website, Twitter, Facebook, YouTube
BRAZE Mobility Inc | Website, Facebook, YouTube, Twitter
IMPACT Center | Website, Facebook, LinkedIn, Twitter
FASTER Publication | https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/33992634/
Wang, R. H., Kenyon, L. K., McGilton, K. S., Miller, W. C., Hovanec, N., Boger, J., Viswanathan, P., Robillard, J. M., & Czarnuch, S. M. (2021). The Time Is Now: A FASTER Approach to Generate Research Evidence for Technology-Based Interventions in the Field of Disability and Rehabilitation. Archives of physical medicine and rehabilitation, 102(9), 1848–1859. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.apmr.2021.04.009
AGE-WELL Workshop Position Paper | Smart Wheelchairs in Assessment and Training (SWAT): State of the Field
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Timestamps:
01:15 Pooja Background & Intro
01:51 Rosalie Background & Intro
03:13 Barriers to Commercialization in Rehab Tech
08:32 Technology Based Interventions
09:57 Current Approaches for Technology-Based Interventions
16:24 Diving Deeper into the FASTER Framework
23:54 What would success look like?
Host: Dr. Mary Goldberg, Co-Director of the IMPACT Center at the University of Pittsburgh
Guests: Pooja Viswanathan, CEO of BRAZE Mobility Inc
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Timestamps:
00:56 Background & Intro
01:58 BRAZE Mobility and the technology
03:29 From Academia to Entrepreneurship
07:25 Funding and IP
16:15 Mentorship is critical
17:40 How each side can work together
Host: Dr. Mary Goldberg, Co-Director of the IMPACT Center at the University of Pittsburgh
Guests: Dr. Dan Zondervan (VP) and Dr. David Reikensmeyer (Clinical Advisor) of FlintRehab
FlintRehab | Website, Facebook, YouTube, Twitter
Products | FitMi, MusicGlove
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Timestamps:
01:18 Clinical Trial Process - Research Perspective
04:14 Clinical Trial Process - Industry Perspective and Communicating the Value of a Product
05:40 FlintRehab’s Consumer Product Mentality
06:31 Including Qualitative Components
07:44 FDA Process and Tips
12:08 Business Models Differ by Product
17:05 Size and Structure of FlintRehab
21:12 Final advice
Host: Dr. Mary Goldberg, Co-Director of the IMPACT Center at the University of Pittsburgh
Guests: Dr. Dan Zondervan (VP) and Dr. David Reikensmeyer (Clinical Advisor) of FlintRehab
FlintRehab | Website, Facebook, YouTube, Twitter
Products | FitMi, MusicGlove,
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Timestamps:
1:22 FlintRehab's Backstory.
7:56 SBIR Funding Mechanism got them started.
8:39 Their Products.
10:09 What the data is suggesting.
14:53 Why neuro-rehabilitation.
16:37 Straddling the university and small business role.
20:51 Wearing many hats.
Host: Dr. Mary Goldberg, Co-Director of the IMPACT Center at the University of Pittsburgh
Guest Co-Host: John Inserra, Principle at Mindful Venture Consulting
Guests: Don Morrison, chairman of Deal Flow for BlueTree Allied Angels, and Corinne Vinopol, CEO of the Institute for Disabilities Research and Training Inc.
John Inserra | LinkedIn
Corinne Vinopol | LinkedIn
Don Morrison | LinkedIn
IMPACT Center | Website, Facebook, LinkedIn, Twitter
Full Episode Transcript | PDF
Timestamps:
1:40 Essential pieces for product to succeed.
3:57 Product/Market Fit.
7:28 Importance of intellectual property.
11:45 Identifying a more compelling or promising IP strategy, problem statement or value proposition.
12:16 Customer Discovery & Finances.
13:20 Pitching and the Kinds of Pitches.
17:22 Eye contact and presence.
18:23 People remember stories not numbers. Slides and storytelling.
20:24 Top 2 to 3 things an entrepreneur can do to get to market.
23:57 Get out of your comfort zone.
Host: Dr. Mary Goldberg, Co-Director of the IMPACT Center at the University of Pittsburgh
Guest Co-Host: John Inserra, Principle at Mindful Venture Consulting
Guests: Don Morrison, chairman of Deal Flow for BlueTree Allied Angels, and Corinne Vinopol, CEO of the Institute for Disabilities Research and Training Inc.
John Inserra | LinkedIn
Corinne Vinopol | LinkedIn
Don Morrison | LinkedIn
IMPACT Center | Website, Facebook, LinkedIn, Twitter
Full Episode Transcript | PDF
Timestamps:
01:08 IMPACT Center Training
01:56 Co-host and Guest Intros
04:55 What is in it for the mentor and what do they bring to the table?
08:08 Business experience is not enough
10:39 It is more than knowledge and skill
13:20 How effective communication is important
18:21 Pitching vs Discovery vs Conversation
Host: Dr. Mary Goldberg, Co-Director of the IMPACT Center at the University of Pittsburgh
Guest: Dr. Cathy Bodine, Associate Professor, Director, Center for Inclusive Design and Engineering
UC Denver - CIDE | Website
IMPACT Center | Website, Facebook, LinkedIn, Twitter
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Timestamps:
2:38 Advice to those making their technologies open source and how to think about sustainability.
4:40 Analyzing market share and the other critical components of a business plan.
11:01 The Technology Act Programs.
14:47 Innovation Trends in Academia.
17:35 Advice to women and other underrepresented innovators.
22:20 When is it time to move on to the next thing?
25:08 How to get or stay motivated after several rejections?
Host: Dr. Mary Goldberg, Co-Director of the IMPACT Center at the University of Pittsburgh
Guest: Dr. Cathy Bodine, Associate Professor, Director, Center for Inclusive Design and Engineering
UC Denver - CIDE | Website
IMPACT Center | Website, Facebook, LinkedIn, Twitter
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Timestamps:
1:13 How Dr. Cathy Bodine got into assistive technology
3:19 Taking the leap from industry to academia
4:19 The start of the innovation hub at CU and Dr. Bodine's roles
6:01 Paths and challenges associated with getting technologies out of the university
7:59 Future changes assisting innovators
10:06 Advice for innovators in the CU ecosystem
11:44 Complimentary perspectives and team science
15:10 Involving the university's tech transfer office
16:46 Where partnerships between academia and industry can go wrong
19:07 Other guidance when working with industry partners in academia
Host: Dr. Mary Goldberg, Co-Director of the IMPACT Center at the University of Pittsburgh
Guest: Steve Sutter, President of CreateAbility Concepts, Inc.
CreateAbility Concepts, Inc. | Website, Email
IMPACT Center | Website, Facebook, LinkedIn, Twitter
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Timestamps:
Host: Dr. Mary Goldberg, Co-Director of the IMPACT Center at the University of Pittsburgh
Guest: Steve Sutter, President of CreateAbility Concepts, Inc.
CreateAbility Concepts, Inc. | Website, Email
IMPACT Center | Website, Facebook, LinkedIn, Twitter
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Timestamps:
02:47 From the corporate world to starting his own business.
04:33 What problem needed to be solved?
07:53 How the solution would help the stakeholders; Company values.
09:32 Focus groups; Engaging the community; Gap analysis and Mini Release Cycles.
12:00 Impact of COVID-19 on the company and stakeholder engagement.
13:48 Benefits and COVID-19
15:50 Saboteurs
18:05 Competitors
21:52 What is coming up in Episode 2?