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Lessons Learned from Disability Tech Entrepreneur Matt Pierri

Accelerator
Community
October 11, 2024
Matt Pierri, CEO of Sociability and our Entrepreneur in Residence, shares his journey as a founder and his vision for empowering people with disabilities through tech.
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Insights From Our 'Investing and Giving for Impact’ Spark Fest Event

Community
Scaler
October 2, 2024
As part of Spark Festival 2024, we hosted Investing and Giving for Impact at Canva in Surry Hills. Check out this blog by Kate Jenkins that provides an overview of some of the amazing key insights from the panel discussion!
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Accelerator Updates: Fourth Edition

Accelerator
Community
September 25, 2024
Catch key updates and milestones from the 2024 Remarkable Accelerator, plus a special blog on the future of innovation, in our latest Accelerator Update!
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Capella Design: A Unique Journey with Remarkable

Accelerator
Community
September 25, 2024
Discover Kaly Ryan's unique journey with the Remarkable Accelerator, blending business growth and farm life while building Capella Design's future.
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The Future of Innovation Is Disability Tech

Accelerator
Launcher
September 13, 2024
Discover how Disability Tech is driving innovation and transforming lives. Explore the untapped market and future opportunities in this growing sector.
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How Kickstart Fuels Startups in our Accelerator Program

Accelerator
August 28, 2024
Emma Earley, Remarkable's Head of Accelerator Programs, shares how our Accelerator's Kickstart phase sets startups on the right path, providing crucial support for Disability Tech innovators to succeed.
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Accelerator Updates: Third Edition

Accelerator
August 22, 2024
Catch the latest updates, insights, and highlights from the 2024 Remarkable Accelerator Program including a special blog on why Kickstart is important, in the latest edition of Accelerator Updates!
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Meet Our New Partner, Toyota!

Community
August 13, 2024
Earlier this year, we announced our newest partnership with Toyota Motor Corporation Australia, a collaboration that underscores our shared commitment to "Mobility for All". 
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Accelerator Updates: Second Edition

Accelerator
July 26, 2024
Explore the latest updates, insights, and highlights from the 2024 Remarkable Accelerator Program including a special blog on investor roundtables, in our second edition of Accelerator Updates!
A group of fifteen people is posing for a photo in an indoor setting. They are standing and kneeling in front of a banner that reads "Remarkable." There are two screens on either side of the group. The group is diverse in terms of gender and attire, and they all appear to be smiling. The room has industrial decor with exposed concrete pillars and wooden slats on the walls. In the foreground, there is a wooden podium on the left side of the image.

The Importance of Investor Roundtables for Startups

Scaler
July 26, 2024
Zara Fulton, our Head of Investment at Remarkable, explains how Investor Roundtables can drive growth, spark innovation, and set startups up for long-term success. Discover why these sessions are essential!
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Dina Bassile: Championing Accessible Live Music and Events.

Podcast
July 25, 2024
On this episode of the Remarkable Insights Podcast Dina Bassile, the passionate founder of Tibi Access, joins us to discuss music, accessibility, and technology.
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2024 Remarkable Accelerator Global Cohort

Accelerator
July 10, 2024
Meet our 2024 Remarkable Accelerator Global Cohort! Discover innovative startups transforming lives with inclusive solutions in Disability Tech. Exciting updates ahead!
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Accelerator Updates: Launch Edition

Accelerator
July 10, 2024
Welcome to Remarkable's new blog series! Discover program updates, insights, and highlights from the 2024 Remarkable Accelerator Program. Follow their journey and be part of the innovation!
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How Do Industry Events Accelerate Our Startups?

Accelerator
July 1, 2024
Discover how events like the Abilities Expo in Chicago boost Remarkable's startups. Molly Lazarus shares insights on their role in our 2024 Accelerator, highlighting innovation, feedback, and networking opportunities. Learn more about their impact.
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2024 Remarkable Accelerator US Cohort

Accelerator
June 19, 2024
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Jutta Treviranus: Using Inclusive Design to Remove AI Bias

Podcast
May 30, 2024
On Remarkable Insights, Viv Mullan and Dr. Jutta Treviranus discuss Inclusive Design, AI's role in amplying bias, and regulation. Discover how barriers become tech innovations!
Promotional banner for the "Remarkable Insights Podcast," featuring Santiago Velasquez, Founder and CEO of EyeSight & Hailo. Santiago, a man with short black hair, smiles warmly, dressed in a light blue blazer over a white shirt. The background is purple with the Remarkable logo and text that reads: "Insights Podcast - How Disability Drives Innovation." The banner also includes logos for listening on Apple Podcasts and Spotify, highlighting Season 3 Episode 1.

Santiago Velasquez: Transforming Public Transport For All

Podcast
Community
May 16, 2024
On the Remarkable Insights Podcast, host Viv Mullan talks with Santiago Velasquez about his startups EyeSyght and Hailo. They discuss redefining public transport to make it accessible for all. Tune in to learn how barriers turn into tech innovations!
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2024 Accelerator AMA US Startups

Accelerator
April 19, 2024
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2024 Accelerator AMA Global Startups

Accelerator
April 16, 2024
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Connect With Our 2024 Launcher Customer Showcase Startups!

Launcher
April 9, 2024
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Shaping An Inclusive Future At Remarkable

Community
April 8, 2024
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Meet Our JK Fellow Fiona Murphy

Jessica King Fellowship
March 19, 2024
I’m an award-winning writer and editor based in the Blue Mountains, NSW. My writing about disability and accessibility has appeared in The Guardian, ABC, The Saturday Paper, Griffith Review, The Big Issue, among many other outlets. I’m a casual lecturer for RMIT University’s Prof
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2023 Tech Summit Talk | Markeith Price

Tech Summit
February 21, 2024
At the Remarkable Tech Summit, Paralympian and tech innovator Markeith Price shared his journey of living with optic nerve atrophy and the transformative role of assistive technology in his education. He highlighted the significant impact of accessible tech on his academic achiev
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Introducing The Launcher 2024 Cohort

Launcher
February 6, 2024
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2023 Remarkable Highlights

Community
December 20, 2023
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2023 Tech Summit Talk | Minnie Baragwanath

Tech Summit
December 6, 2023
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Vint Cerf - International Day of People with Disability

Podcast
December 3, 2023
Join Vint Cerf, 'Father of the Internet,' for the season finale of the Remarkable Insights podcast. Discover his views on accessibility, tech's future, and disability's impact.
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Vint Cerf - One Of The Fathers Of The Internet

Podcast
November 30, 2023
On Remarkable Insights, Viv Mullan chats with none other than Vinton G. Cerf who is currently serving as the Vice President and Chief Internet Evangelist for Google, and who is globally recognised as one of the esteemed "Fathers of the Internet”!
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Moaz Hamid - Mission-driven technologist and Disability Tech investor.

Podcast
November 16, 2023
In this episode of Remarkable Insights podcast Moaz Hamid joins us to explore the crucial role of the disability community in tech innovation and the untapped business opportunities in accessibility.
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2024 Launcher Hype Reel

Launcher
November 16, 2023
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2023 Tech Summit Talk | Joe Devon

Tech Summit
November 15, 2023
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Diego Mariscal - Disabled and Proud

Podcast
November 2, 2023
In this episode of Remarkable Insights podcast Diego Mariscal discusses the value of disability in business, the importance of ecosystem support for disabled entrepreneurs, and the power of listening.
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Joel Sardi - Curbing Unemployment For People With Disability.

Podcast
October 19, 2023
In this Remarkable Insights podcast episode we talk to Joel Sardi from The Field about how he’s working with a team who are transforming employment for people with disabilities through innovative technology and inclusive practices.
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2023 Remarkable Tech Summit: Revolutionising Disability Tech

Tech Summit
October 16, 2023
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Emily Yates - Accessibility Consultant and Globe Trotter!

Podcast
October 5, 2023
In this Remarkable Insights podcast episode we are joined by Emily Yates to discuss travel, accessibility, and innovative design, sharing insights on how to create inclusive travel experiences for all.
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Varun Chandak - Supporting the future of Assistive Tech

Podcast
September 21, 2023
In this Remarkable Insights podcast episode we are joined by Varun Chandak to talk about his journey with hearing loss and the untapped potential of assistive tech startups.
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Minnie Baragwanath - A Possibility Worldview Part 2

Podcast
September 7, 2023
In this Remarkable Insights podcast episode we delve further into Minnie Baragwanath's powerful ‘possibility’ worldview and her unlikely journey to becoming an audiobook pioneer
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Minnie Baragwanath - Blindingly Obvious Key To Disruption

Podcast
August 24, 2023
In this Remarkable Insights podcast episode discover the blindingly obvious power of the word 'with' in our conversation with Author, Social Entrepreneur and Access Innovator, Minnie Baragwanath!
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Indii | 2023 Demo Day Pitch

Accelerator
August 22, 2023
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The Care Co | 2023 Demo Day Pitch

Accelerator
August 21, 2023
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Spinex | 2023 Demo Day Pitch

Accelerator
August 18, 2023
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Aurie | 2023 Demo Day Pitch

Accelerator
August 17, 2023
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Memorehab | 2023 Demo Day Pitch

Accelerator
August 16, 2023
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Hominid X | 2023 Demo Day Pitch

Accelerator
August 15, 2023
A cheerful man in a patterned shirt stands against a purple background beside the playful "ENABLED PLAY" logo, featuring an octopus holding various gaming peripherals, representing accessible gaming for everyone.

Enabled Play | 2023 Demo Day Pitch

Accelerator
August 11, 2023
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Virtetic | 2023 Demo Day Pitch

Accelerator
August 10, 2023
The image is a promotional graphic for "REMARKABLE INSIGHTS Season 2 Episode 7," featuring a smiling man named Steve King, who is the Director of the Atlassian Foundation, and the Cerebral Palsy Alliance logo.

Steve King - From Coding As A Kid To Atlassian Foundation Director

Podcast
August 10, 2023
In this Remarkable Insights podcast episode discover how Steve King went from teaching himself to code as a kid in a small town to Atlassian Foundation Director today.
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Springrose | 2023 Demo Day Pitch

Accelerator
August 9, 2023
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Focus Bear | 2023 Demo Day Pitch

Accelerator
August 8, 2023
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2023 Remarkable Demo Day

Accelerator
August 5, 2023
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Xr Navigation | 2023 Demo Day Pitch

Accelerator
August 1, 2023
Promotional image for "Remarkable Insights Season 2 Episode 4" featuring Dr. Dinesh Palipana, wearing scrubs and smiling, with the Cerebral Palsy Alliance logo and a green abstract graphic in the background.

Dr. Dinesh Palipana - Doctor, Lawyer, Researcher and Disability Advocate

Podcast
June 28, 2023
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Elizabeth Chandler: Solutions to Eliminate AI Bias

Podcast
June 15, 2023
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Remarkable Insights: Jennison Asuncion Part 2

Podcast
June 1, 2023
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Remarkable Insights: Jennison Asuncion Part 1

Podcast
May 16, 2023
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Remarkable Insights: Andrew Gurza

Podcast
November 30, 2022
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First-Ever Remarkable Tech Summit

Tech Summit
November 15, 2022
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Remarkable Insights: Bernard Chiira

Podcast
November 2, 2022
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Remarkable Insights: Professor Sébastien Jodoin

Podcast
October 18, 2022
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Matt Pierri - CEO 'Sociability' App

Podcast
Community
October 1, 2022
On the Remarkable Insights Podcast, host Viv Mullan talks with Matt Pierri about his startup Sociability. They discuss the often overlooked economic advantage of accessibility and inclusion.
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Giselle Mota - Designing an Inclusive Metaverse

Podcast
September 21, 2022
In this Remarkable Insights podcast episode we speak with Giselle Mota, Founder of the NFTY collective, whose goal is to include people with disabilities in the "Web 3" and the "Metaverse.
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Professor Jonathan Kaufman - The Potential of the Disability Economy

Podcast
September 6, 2022
In this Remarkable Insights podcast episode we explore the idea of the disability economy and what it means for the future of the technology industry with Professor Jonathan Kaufman.
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2022 Remarkable Demo Day

Accelerator
July 20, 2022
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Founder Story | Vacayit

Accelerator
July 20, 2022
A man in a wheelchair on an indoor basketball court, gazing upwards with a thoughtful expression. He wears a dark sweater and jeans. The background shows an empty sports hall with green seating.

Founder Story | Accessercise

Accelerator
June 3, 2022

Founder Stories Series | Recovawear & Wearable And Co

Accelerator
June 18, 2021

Founder Stories Series | MediStays

Accelerator
June 15, 2021
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2021 Remarkable Demo Day

Accelerator
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Possibility Neurotechnologies | 2023 Demo Day Pitch

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