I am grateful to be a member of this community. I was honored to be interviewed and share my journey as part of the USPTO's inaugural FIIE, formerly Incarcerated Innovative Entrepreneurs program! 🌟 Reflecting on my path, I've come a long way from being a 14-year-old runaway from an abusive home, engaging in illegal activities just to survive. Twenty-three years ago, I found myself behind bars, but that didn't define me. Instead, it ignited a spark within me to turn my life around. Since then, I've overcome tremendous obstacles, including battling cancer three times. Through sheer determination and resilience, I transformed my pain into purpose. Today, I stand proud as a med-tech inventor, leveraging my experiences to drive innovation and positive change. With five issued patents and five pending patents both domestically and internationally, I've proven that everyone, regardless of their past, has the potential to innovate and make a difference. My journey is a testament to the power of resilience and the limitless possibilities when we tap into our potential. Fast forward to 30 minutes in to catch my interview and learn more about my passion for driving positive change through groundbreaking inventions. 🚀 #FIIE #Innovation #Resilience #MedTechInventor #USPTO https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-Dj5DoY3X88

Posted by Aisha Mccain at 2024-07-14 22:46:54 UTC