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Jean Marc Feghali
Diversity and Inclusion
Innovation
Transform accessibility for visually impaired individuals with Jean Marc Feghali, speaker and assistive technology innovator. Jean Marc works with organisations to develop AI-powered mobility solutions and inclusive design, leading WeWALK's partnerships with Microsoft and Amazon while advising Transport for London.
Innovator
Inclusion
Jean Marc Feghali is a visionary in the field of assistive technology, dedicated to transforming the lives of visually impaired individuals through innovative use of technology and AI for good.
Jean Marc’s journey into the realm of assistive technology is both personal and professional. Being visually impaired himself, he pursued a PhD at Imperial College London, focusing on the mobility challenges faced by visually impaired individuals. His groundbreaking research has been instrumental in the development of WeWALK’s smart cane, a revolutionary device that integrates technology to enhance navigation and independence for its users.
Under Jean Marc’s leadership, WeWALK has formed strategic partnerships with leading entities like Microsoft and Amazon, securing multi-million-pound funding for innovation projects.
His commitment to accessibility is further demonstrated through his advisory role as a Board Member with Transport for London’s Inclusive Design and Accessibility Group (IDAG), where he advocates for improved transport systems for all.
Topics, sessions and talks
Hear Jean Marc Feghali's story of how he has helped to transform the lives of visually impaired individuals through innovation - using technology and AI for good. Taking his inspirational approach, Jean Marc highlights the transformative potential of technology in promoting accessibility.
If you’re looking for an inspiring speaker who can provide deep insights into the world of assistive technology and accessibility, Jean Marc Feghali is the perfect choice for your event. With his blend of personal experience and professional expertise, Jean Marc offers a compelling vision of how technology can be harnessed for social good.
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Jean Marc Feghali structures his sessions around first-person narrative, drawing on his own experience as a visually impaired person to trace the research and development journey behind the WeWALK smart cane, from his PhD work at Imperial College London through to its real-world deployment.
Jean Marc Feghali, PhD speaks on assistive technology innovation, AI for accessibility, and the mobility challenges faced by visually impaired people. As Head of Research and Development at WeWALK, he spearheaded the smart cane named one of TIME's best inventions of 2019, and has secured multi-million-pound funding through partnerships with Microsoft and Amazon.
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