11-Year-Old’s Cup Design for Grandpa with Parkinson’s Grows Into Million-Dollar Inclusive Design Company
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📰 The quick summary: Lily Born’s innovative Kangaroo Cup, designed at age 11 to help her grandfather with Parkinson’s disease, has transformed into a thriving business that provides stability and dignity to thousands with mobility challenges.
📈 One key stat: The Kangaroo Cup has sold over 11,000 units through crowdfunding platforms, demonstrating strong market demand for inclusive design solutions that address everyday challenges faced by people with disabilities.
💬 One key quote: “Spills don’t stand a chance” as Kangaroo Cup empowers thousands.
1️⃣ The big picture: A young inventor’s observation of her grandfather struggling with Parkinson’s disease sparked a creative solution that has grown into a multimillion-dollar business. Lily Born was just 11 years old when she designed the Kangaroo Cup, featuring three legs for stability and ergonomic handles for easy gripping. This innovative cup prevents spills for people with motor control issues, offering independence and dignity to thousands of users. Now 21st, Lily leads Imagiroo, a company dedicated to inclusive design and practical solutions for everyday challenges. Her journey from childhood inventor to successful entrepreneur demonstrates how empathy-driven innovation can create meaningful impact.
2️⃣ Why is this good news: The Kangaroo Cup represents a significant advancement in accessible design that improves quality of life for people with Parkinson’s disease and other mobility challenges. Its three-legged design and ergonomic handles allow users to maintain independence and dignity during everyday activities. Beyond helping individuals, this innovation highlights the power of inclusive design that benefits diverse populations with varying abilities. Lily’s success as a young entrepreneur also inspires the next generation of problem-solvers to address real-world issues through thoughtful design. Her company Imagiroo continues this mission by developing new products that prioritize accessibility and functionality.
3️⃣ What’s next: Imagiroo has recently released an unbreakable version of the Kangaroo Cup designed for broader market appeal. Lily continues to explore new innovative solutions that address everyday challenges through inclusive design principles. As her company grows, the young entrepreneur aims to expand her product line while maintaining focus on practical solutions that improve quality of life.
Read the full story here: Sustainability Times – Young Inventor Says “Spills don’t stand a chance” as Kangaroo Cup Empowers Thousands and Launches 21-Year-Old’s Inclusive Design Company
