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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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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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

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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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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