Anna Wright
Founder & CEO at BindiMaps
Anna Wright is the Founder and CEO of BindiMaps, a groundbreaking navigation app designed to enhance accessibility in indoor spaces. With over 24 years of experience as a business consultant and senior lecturer, Anna holds a PhD in Accounting and is a Fellow of Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand. Her journey with BindiMaps began after undergoing significant surgeries to preserve her eyesight, inspiring her to create a more inclusive world for those with vision impairments. BindiMaps is an award-winning startup that provides navigation solutions in areas where traditional GPS fails, such as university campuses, airports, and shopping malls. Anna's leadership in the startup ecosystem has been recognized with numerous accolades, including nominations for Australian of the Year and listings among the top Australian entrepreneurs. She is based in the Greater Sydney Area, Australia.
In their own words
From Anna Wright: why “fail fast” is the greatest advice · The History of the Australian Startup Ecosystem - Interview SeriesFail fast, but don't think of it as failure. It's learning, and you can be happy that you're wrong.
Key moments
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- 0:29 Meet Anna Wright
- 0:52 Overview of Bindimaps
- 1:32 Anna's Motivation for Starting Bindimaps
- 2:14 Anna's Vision Impairment Experience
- 3:12 Anna's Braille Sign Rants
- 4:21 Getting Involved with Blue Chilli
- 5:23 Background in Startups
- 6:35 Impression of the Startup Community
- 9:03 Resources and Networking in Australia
- 9:53 Advice for New Entrepreneurs
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