Dive into InnovateAble 2024, The Shark Tank of Accessible Travel Tech, on ADA’s 34th Anniversary
Get ready for an inspiring virtual showcase like no other! On July 26, 2024, we’re celebrating the 34th anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) with a groundbreaking event that’s all about empowering travel for those with disabilities. “I’m thrilled to announce InnovateAble, a unique pitch fest that’s reminiscent of Shark Tank, but with a twist,” said Jake Steinman, Founder of TravelAbility. “It’s dedicated to showcasing assistive technology, services and innovations that promise to revolutionize travel for people with disabilities and seniors.”
Event Details:
- Date: July 26, 2024
- Time: 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM Pacific Time on Zoom
- Format: Quick-fire 3-minute pitches with a 7-minute Q&A
This event is not just a competition: it’s a beacon of innovation, organized by the forward-thinkers at TravelAbility. The TravelAbility team spent hours researching over 45 companies/products and after an exhaustive process selected 12 finalists to present to our panel of judges. We’re proud to share that past participants have raised a staggering $563.4 million in funding, proving that these innovations are not just visionary but also viable.
| Glidance | The world’s first self-guided mobility aid combines AI and sensor technology to create the first robotic guide dog. |
| Travel Genius | Location intelligence platform that detects accessibility features using AI technology. |
| Hero Hinge | Battery operated units inserted in door hinges to automate doors so they can be opened with push-button, by app or by voice. |
| Rollz | Creates colorfully innovative rollators that can be converted to wheelchairs. |
| 360 Empower | AI enabled ASL interpreters in multiple-language avatars that come in via video to provide ASL interpretation. |
| KultureCity | The leading non-profit for training on sensory accessibility and acceptance for those with hidden disabilities. |
| Be My Eyes | Connects blind or visually impaired individuals with AI mobile app for real-time video interpretation via video calls. |
| Contacta | A network of hearing loop installers throughout North America and Europe. |
| True Omni | Adding accessibility to kiosks at visitor centers, welcome centers and information desks. |
| CTI One Corp: | AI enabled rollators for that can be summoned from your phone. |
| Ostrum Tech | Airport assistance platform which brings all aviation stakeholders and passengers together. |
| Whimble | Providing trained companions for travel and accessibility concierges for events and festivals. |
Meet Our Esteemed 2024 InnovateAble Judges:
Chris Maher, Founder, Samaritan Partners Investment Fund
Caryl Stern, Chief Impact Officer, LionTree Capital (formerly Executive Director of The Walton Family Foundation and Unicef)
Betty Siegel, Director of Office of Accessibility, the Kennedy Center for the Arts and founder of the LEAD Conference, accessibility solutions for cultural and arts institutions
Adam Burke, President and CEO, Los Angeles Tourism and Convention Board
Olivia Thomaszewski, Age Tech Collaborative, AARP
Zach Curry, VP Rooms Operations and Guest Experience, Marriott Corporation
Katy Roberts, Portfolio Manager, Racoon Media Group/Abilities Expo
About TravelAbility
TravelAbility provides thought leadership in accessible travel to improve the lives of people of ALL abilities and ALL ages, and aims to inspire and educate the travel industry to provide accessible experiences to help people with disabilities enjoy travel as much as everyone else. TravelAbility is also the host of the Emerging Markets Summit, the premier industry conference on accessible travel. The 2024 Summit will be held in San Francisco on Nov.13-15th at the Argonaut Hotel. For more information, visit www.travelability.net.
Contact: Jake Steinman, Founder, TravelAbility. jake@travelability.net. +1 415-339-0578
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