S3E16: Anna Wright - Transforming Navigation with BindiMaps

How does a Toyota engineer turn a career setback into creating 3D-printed prosthetics for people around the world? In this episode of Remarkable Insights, host Kate Jenkins chats with Mat Bowtell, Founder and CEO of Free 3D Hands, to explore his extraordinary journey from engineering cars to championing a global mission for inclusion.   Mat shares the challenges and triumphs of building a charity, the role of open-source design in driving innovation, and his vision to make assistive technology accessible to everyone. . Tune in now!   Episode Credits Guests: Mat Bowtell, Founder and CEO of Free 3D Hands. Host: Kate Jenkins, Head of Community and Partnerships. Producer: Angus O’Loughlin & Amelia Stamos, Session In Progress. Episode Links Access a transcript of this episode at our Remarkable website.  Watch a captioned video of the episode highlights on YouTube. Get In Touch Follow Remarkable on our social media channels, https://linktr.ee/remarkable_tech   Learn more about Free 3D Hands at https://free3dhands.org/ Share any feedback or suggestions by emailing us at [email protected]. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What if navigating complex spaces could be accessible to everyone? In this episode of Remarkable Insights, we’re joined by Anna Wright, CEO and Founder of BindiMaps. Drawing from  her own lived experience, Anna developed this groundbreaking business that is revolutionalising wayfinding for people with disability.    We explore Anna’s journey as a non-technical founder leading innovation, the balance between social impact and commercial success, and her outlook on  the future of disability tech.   This episode is packed with inspiring insights and practical advice for anyone passionate about tech, inclusion, and making meaningful change. Tune in now!   Episode Credits Guests: Dr Anna Wright - CEO and founder of BindiMaps Host: Kate Jenkins, Head of Community and Partnerships. Producer: Angus O’Loughlin & Amelia Stamos, SESSION in PROGRESS Episode Links Access a transcript of this episode at our Remarkable website.  Watch a captioned video of the episode highlights on YouTube. Get In Touch Follow Remarkable on our social media channels, https://linktr.ee/remarkable_tech   Learn more about BindiMaps at https://bindimaps.com/ Share any feedback or suggestions by emailing us at [email protected]. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What if the way we think about disability is holding back one of the biggest opportunities for innovation? In this episode of Remarkable Insights, we’re joined by an old friend, Matt Pierri – Founder and CEO of Sociability and now Remarkable’s Entrepreneur in Residence. Together, we dive into what Matt’s been up to since his appearance in Season 1 and tackle the big assumptions about Disability Tech that could be keeping investors from unlocking game-changing opportunities.   This is an honest, thought-provoking conversation about innovation, impact, and the untapped potential in the Disability Tech space. Don’t miss it – tune in now!   Episode Credits Guests: Matt Pierri, CEO and Founder, Sociability Host: Viv Mullan, Head of Marketing and Communication, Remarkable. Producer: Angus O’Loughlin & Amelia Stamos, SESSION in PROGRESS Episode Links Access a transcript of this episode at our Remarkable website.  Watch a captioned video of the episode highlights on YouTube. Get In Touch Follow Remarkable on our social media channels, https://linktr.ee/remarkable_tech   Learn more about Sociability at https://www.sociability.app/ Share any feedback or suggestions by emailing us at [email protected] omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Could 3D printing revolutionise assistive technology? In this episode of Remarkable Insights, we’re joined by Ryan Tilley, Co-Founder, CEO, and Design Engineer at Rove. Ryan shares the story behind Rove’s:world’s first 3D-printed titanium wheelchair. We also reflect on his journey through the 2019 Remarkable Accelerator program and how it helped shape Rove’s path to success. From cutting-edge design to lessons learned as a startup founder, this conversation offers valuable insights into the future of assistive technology and inclusive design. Tune in now to discover how Ryan is literally reinventing the wheel! Episode Credits Guests: Ryan Tilley, Co-Founder and CEO of Rove Wheelchairs Host: Kate Jenkins, Head of Community and Partnerships. Producer: Angus O’Loughlin & Amelia Stamos, SESSION in PROGRESS. Episode Links Access a transcript of this episode at our Remarkable website.  Watch a captioned video of the episode highlights on YouTube. Get In Touch Follow Remarkable on our social media channels, https://linktr.ee/remarkable_tech   Learn more about Rove Wheelchairs at rovewheelchairs.com  Share any feedback or suggestions by emailing us at [email protected] omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

How can organisations move beyond just talking about disability inclusion and take real, lasting action? In this episode of Remarkable Insights, Ryan Curtis-Johnson, Chief Communications Officer at Valuable 500, shares how leadership, innovation, and accountability can drive meaningful progress.  Ryan sheds light on the common barriers that prevent companies from engaging with consumers with disability and explains why genuine accountability starts with including talent with disability at every decision-making level. With insights on accessibility, leadership, and innovation, Ryan urges businesses to take ownership, keep it simple, and lead with authenticity.  Tune in now!  Episode Credits Guests: Ryan Curtis-Johnson Chief Communications Officer at the Valuable 500. Host: Kate Jenkins, Head of Community and Partnerships. Producer: Angus O’Loughlin & Amelia Stamos, Session In Progress. Episode Links Access a transcript of this episode at our Remarkable website.  Watch a captioned video of the episode highlights on YouTube. Get In Touch Follow Remarkable on our social media channels, https://linktr.ee/remarkable_tech   Learn more about Valuable 500 at https://www.thevaluable500.com/about Share any feedback or suggestions by emailing us at [email protected]. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Can design truly reimagine the world we live in? In this episode of Remarkable Insights, we’re joined by the brilliant Melanie Tran – a designer, innovator, activist, public speaker, and Remarkable alum. Melanie’s work exists at the intersection of technology, health, and social impact, pushing boundaries and rethinking how design can shape a more inclusive and accessible world. Join us as we dive into her journey, the power of co-design, and the role of lived experience in driving innovation for social good. Episode Credits Guests: Melanie Tran, Designer, Innovator, Activist and Public speaker   Host: Viv Mullan, Head of Marketing and Communication, Remarkable. Producer: Angus O’Loughlin & Amelia Stamos, SESSION in PROGRESS Episode Links Access a transcript of this episode at our Remarkable website.  Watch a captioned video of the episode highlights on YouTube. Get In Touch Follow Remarkable on our social media channels, https://linktr.ee/remarkable_tech   Learn more about Remarkable at remarkable.org  Share any feedback or suggestions by emailing us at [email protected]. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this special edition of Remarkable Insights, we are celebrating an incredible milestone: the 10th year of the Remarkable Accelerator! Joining us is Pete Horsley, the Founder of Remarkable, who has spent the past decade driving social change by empowering startups to develop technologies that drive inclusion, accessibility and equity for all.  Pete reflects on where Remarkable all started and the journey to get to where we are today. He also shares his thoughts on the evolving Disability Tech sector and his hopes for the future of innovation. Episode Credits Guests: Pete Horsley, Founder, Remarkable. Host: Viv Mullan, Head of Marketing and Communication, Remarkable. Producer: Angus O’Loughlin & Amelia Stamos,SESSION in PROGRESS Episode Links Access a transcript of this episode at our Remarkable website.  Watch a captioned video of the episode highlights on YouTube. Get In Touch Follow Remarkable on our social media channels, https://linktr.ee/remarkable_tech   Learn more about Remarkable at remarkable.org  Share any feedback or suggestions by emailing us at [email protected]. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this exciting first episode hosted by Kate Jenkins, we welcome Storm Menzies, Founder of ByStorm Beauty and Alumni of our 2024 Launcher Pre-Accelerator program, to share her bold mission to redefine beauty standards and make the beauty industry truly inclusive.Storm’s lived experience inspired her to design innovative, adaptive beauty tools that challenge outdated standards of accessibility. By combining cutting-edge technology like 3D printing with a deep understanding of user-led design, ByStorm is proving that inclusive design doesn’t just benefit people with disability—it drives innovation for everyone. Tune in to this episode now!Episode Credits Guests: Storm Menzies, Founder of Bystorm Beauty and 2024 Remarkable Launcher Alumni Host: Kate Jenkins, Head of Community and Partnerships Producer: Angus O’Loughlin & Amelia Stamos, SESSION in PROGRESS Episode Links Access a transcript of this episode at our Remarkable website.  Watch a captioned video of the episode highlights on YouTube. Get In Touch Follow Remarkable on our social media channels, https://linktr.ee/remarkable_tech   Follow By Storm in Instagram @bystorm.beauty Apply now and learn more about our Launcher Program by visiting our website. Applications close 21 January 2025. Share any feedback or suggestions by emailing us at [email protected]. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This episode of Remarkable Insights celebrates International Day of People with Disability by spotlighting the extraordinary work and perspectives of Dr. Scott Avery, a respected educator, researcher, and policy adviser. Known as “Dr. Scott” within the First Nations disability community, he is a leader in Indigenous cultural approaches to inclusion and the ‘Professor in Residence’ at the First Peoples Disability Network.Tune in to learn more about how Dr Scott’s lived experience as a deaf Aboriginal man shapes his work, why culture is inclusion, and how we can amplify Indigenous voices in the global conversation about disability.Episode Credits Guests: Dr Scott, Professor Indigenous Disability Health and Wellbeing at UTS  Host: Vivien Mullan, Head of Communications of Remarkable. Producer: Angus O’Loughlin & Amelia Stamos, SESSION in PROGRESS Episode Links Access a transcript of this episode at our Remarkable website.  Watch a captioned video of the episode highlights on YouTube. Get In Touch Follow Remarkable on our social media channels, https://linktr.ee/remarkable_tech Learn more about Dr Scott Avery by visiting his LinkedIn profile. Share any feedback or suggestions by emailing us at [email protected]. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Have you ever wondered what it might take to make space travel accessible for everyone? In this episode of Remarkable Insights, we explore the intersection of disability, space travel, and technology with Space Entrepreneur, Disability Rights Advocate, Advisor, and Motivational Speaker, Eric Ingram.Tune in to learn more about Eric’s journey in the space industry and some of the exciting advancements being made to ensure that space is accessible for everyone.  Episode Credits Guests: Eric Ingram, Chairman, Chief Strategy Officer of Scout Space, Inc.  Host: Vivien Mullan, Head of Communications of Remarkable. Producer: Angus O’Loughlin & Amelia Stamos, SESSION in PROGRESS Episode Links Access a transcript of this episode at our Remarkable website.  Watch a captioned video of the episode highlights on YouTube Get In Touch Follow Remarkable on our social media channels, https://linktr.ee/remarkable_tech Follow xx on Instagram, @ericsingram To learn more about Scout Space Inc. head to https://www.scout.space/ Share any feedback or suggestions by emailing us at [email protected] See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.