# The Maverick's Path: From NASA to Wearables That Save Lives with Jean-Anne Booth

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Podcast: [Austin Tech Connect: The Podcast For The Austin Technology Ecosystem, Business Leaders, and Tech Entrepreneurs!](https://stenobird.com/podcast/austin-tech-connect)
Published: 2025-04-02T14:05:00+00:00
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## Resource

In this episode of Austin Tech Connect , Thom Singer sits down with Jean Anne Booth, founder and CEO of UnaliWear, for a dynamic conversation about her remarkable journey through Austin's tech ecosystem. From her early engineering days at NASA and AMD to building startups acquired by Apple and TI, Jean Anne shares insights on innovation, resilience, and what it means to be a "maverick" in the tech world. They explore the origin story of UnaliWear's product; an award-winning wearable that empowers independence for seniors... and the passion behind creating tech that truly serves people. Jean Anne offers advice for entrepreneurs, reflects on the evolving Austin tech scene, and champions the importance of community and mentorship. Her story is equal parts inspiring, practical, and full of heart. Jean-Anne is an example of successful leaders who continue to show up in the community to give back. If you're an innovator, founder, or tech leader who believes in building with purpose, this is an episode you don't want to miss.

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