FYI: Developing Mobile Devices and Moving Product Development to Commercialization

Dr. Jana Rieger’s presentation will focus on her journey from rehabilitation medicine researcher to successful entrepreneur, highlighting the development and market introduction of Mobili-T, a pocket-sized device for swallowing therapy, and Breth, a wearable device to help with breathwork exercises. She’ll discuss the challenges of transitioning from academia to business, including initial hesitations and the learning curve of navigating the startup ecosystem. Rieger will emphasize the importance of perseverance, trusting one’s instincts, and leveraging support networks. The talk will also touch on the evolving healthcare landscape, particularly the trend towards home-based care, and how this has positively impacted True Angle’s business model and people’s health and wellness.