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Chapter 5: From Neuroscience to Innovation: How Dylan Makani is Transforming Communication with Ner Chat
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Chapter 5: From Neuroscience to Innovation: How Dylan Makani is Transforming Communication with Ner Chat

What if assistive communication could be seamlessly integrated into everyday technology?

In this powerful conversation, we sit down with Dylan Makani, co-founder of NerChat, a groundbreaking communication tool designed to revolutionize AAC (Augmentative and Alternative Communication). From his journey in neuroscience and investment banking to developing a disruptive assistive tech solution, Dylan shares insights on innovation, accessibility, and breaking barriers in communication.

If you’re a:

✔️ AAC user looking for a more integrated, mobile-friendly solution

✔️ Caregiver searching for better communication tools for loved ones

✔️ Speech-language pathologist (SLP) or therapist wanting to enhance teletherapy with AAC

✔️ Tech enthusiast or entrepreneur interested in disrupting healthcare and accessibility …then this conversation is for you. ❤️

Transcript: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1Z2w5S-ULfZGYOFQiPseTfHnbqD0Ae9HL9BLqXf6Ig0w/edit?usp=sharing

Time Stamps:

-01:29 - From Neuroscience to Assistive Tech: Dylan’s Journey

-05:16 - What is NerChat & How Does It Work?

-07:22 - Using AAC on Any Device: How It’s Changing Communication

-09:34 - First-of-Its-Kind Features: Seamless Integration & Social Accessibility

-11:42 - Advice for Innovators: Customer Discovery & Building Impactful Tech

-14:43 - How to Listen to Users & Develop What They Really Need

-17:17 - How to Download NerChat & Start Using It Today

-18:37 - Opportunities for Speech Therapists, Schools & Telehealth Providers

Contact Information-Dylan Makani

-Ner Chat Website: https://www.nerchat.com/

-LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/ner-chat/

-Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ner.chat/

Contact Information-Jourdan Saunders

-Jourdan's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jourdansaunders/

-Jourdan's Website: https://www.theresourcekey.com/

-The Resource Key Website: https://www.theresourcekey.com/

-LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-resource-key/

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