Remarkable picks 10 disability tech startups for its latest accelerator – here they are

Disability tech accelerator and investor Remarkable has chosen 10 startups, including five from the US, for its latest 16-week program, spanning AI-driven health solutions to mobility aids to help people live better lives.

This year, startups from Australia, the US, the UK and Canada are part of the accelerator, with the global cohort, managed by Remarkable’s Australia-based team under Emma Earley, while Remarkable US director Molly Lazarus takes care of things in the States.

The four-months-long accelerator helps startups focused on disability by giving them seed funding, guidance from startup coaches, mentors, feedback from users, and the know-how to grow into successful, positive-impact businesses.

It’s backed by the Cerebral Palsy Alliance (CPA) and Cerebral Palsy Alliance Research Foundation (CPARF).

Startups in the Global cohort receive A$100,000 in seed funding, thanks to CPA, Telstra Foundation, and The Ian Potter Foundation.

The US-based cohort receives US$55,000 in funding, supported by CPARF, San Manuel Band of Mission Indians, QBE North America, Consumer Technology Association, CPARF donors, the James and Pamela Griffith Family Foundation, and Aristocrat. 

Remarkable founder Pete Horsley said that estimates suggest 3.5 billion people will require assistive products by 2050, offering huge market potential alongside the urgent need for transformative solutions.

“Disability Tech is an industry bursting with possibility and we’re proud to work with some of the best emerging technologies from around the world,” he said.

“In this 2024 Remarkable cohort it is obvious that AI is not just about efficiency of information – but it is a powerful tool for transforming customer experiences in health, disability and ageing,” he said.

Head of accelerator programs Emma Earley said the five startups in the global cohort reflect the diversity and innovation at the heart of disability tech.

“This year’s Global cohort Each startup is a testament to the importance of startups as a mechanism for positive impact to create a more inclusive world,” she said.

“It’s a huge privilege to work alongside them in this stage of their growth.” 

Molly Lazarus said the quality of companies emerging in the space is increasing every year.

“We are seeing a new wave of thoughtful disability technology built by and with disabled people,” she said.

“The companies in this year’s Remarkable US cohort are reimagining access, representation and making the workplace more accessible. We are thrilled to be a part of their journey.” 

The Global Cohort is:

• Capella Design:  Which reimagines home safety and assistive products as beautiful furniture and accessories. 
• CareWindow: The videophone for people who can’t use a smartphone. We prevent loneliness and isolation of people who can’t connect with others through existing technology.
• Clu: Which uses AI and behavioural psychology to help overlooked, underutilised people identify their skills and discover the right jobs for them in employers who want to significantly improve candidate quality and experience across their hiring processes. 
• Peak Medical: is revolutionising Joint Disease care with clinical, convenient, value-based technology, for use at-home. 
• SpendAble: Which is making financial independence accessible to everyone regardless of age, ability or background. 

The US Cohort is:

• Big Karma: Social impact entertainment startup dedicated to disability representation in gaming.
• Leantime: A people-first project management system using AI and behavioural science to help non-project managers and those with ADHD, Dyslexia and Autism better manage their work.
• Making Space: A talent acquisition and learning platform for companies to train, access and retain Disabled talent. 
• We Hear You: Creates assistive technology to benefit everyone, literally opening doors and turning them into gateways instead of obstacles, focusing on making the world more equitable for people with disabilities and exceptionalities. 
• Wheelpad: Creates assistive technology to benefit everyone, literally opening doors and turning them into gateways instead of obstacles, focusing on making the world more equitable for people with disabilities and exceptionalities.