In this episode of the Brand Blueprint Podcast, host Dana Ammons sits down with Jeremy Chow, the founder of Tactus Technologies, a company focused on making music accessible to the deaf community through innovative wearable technology.

Jeremy takes us through his inspiring journey, starting with middle school guitar lessons in Beijing, followed by his studies in engineering at Northeastern University, where he developed the initial prototype for Tactus. He shares valuable insights into the importance of partnerships, community engagement, and continuous feedback in product development. The conversation also touches on the global market potential for accessible technology, as well as Jeremy's upcoming endeavors in Hong Kong's vibrant startup ecosystem. Listeners will learn the critical role of curiosity and collaboration in entrepreneurship, especially when innovating in unfamiliar spaces.

00:00 – Introduction to the Brand Blueprint

00:29 – Meet Jeremy Chow: Founder of Tactus Technologies

01:45 – Rapid Fire Segment: Getting to Know Jeremy

09:56 – Jeremy's Journey: From Engineering to Tactus

14:34 – The Science of Music and Engineering

19:26 – Developing Wearable Technology for the Deaf Community

27:02 – The Importance of Passion in Entrepreneurship

27:35 – Finding the Right Business Idea

29:15 – From Idea to Prototype

30:50 – Iterating with User Feedback

32:30 – Engaging with the Deaf Community

35:50 – Deciding to Commercialize

38:52 – Understanding the Market Opportunity

43:04 – Global and International Implications

44:40 – The Entrepreneurial Journey and Future Plans

46:38 – Advice for Aspiring Entrepreneurs

51:34 – Conclusion and Contact Information