What happens when five high school students tackle the serious issue of women's safety? They invent She’s Safe, an innovative 4-in-1 device that attaches to your phone, combining an alarm, a window breaker, a whistle, and a phone stand into one sleek unit. This isn't just a class project; it's a mission to make safety accessible for everyone, everywhere.
In this episode, we go behind the scenes with the brilliant young minds from Lake Zurich High School. Using the B.A.C.O.N. framework, we explore their recipe for bringing an idea to life. You'll hear about their journey: brainstorming pivots from a golf ball tracker to their current design, assembling a team with defined roles like the "Architect of Innovation" and "Optimistic Dreamer," creating prototypes with CAD and 3D printing, and overcoming the challenges of public speaking, harsh feedback, and group dynamics. Finally, they share their vision for navigating the market, from college bookstores to a future "He's Safe" line.
This is a story of resilience, vision, and the power of a great idea.
Host: Marty Jalove (Master Happiness)
Guests: The She’s Safe Team (Sophia, Nicole, Olivia, Jovan, & Zach)
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To connect with the team or inquire about investing, find them on Instagram @she_safee or email them at [shesafee@gmail.com].
Episode Chapters:
(00:00) Cold Open: Meet the Founders
(02:05) The "Shark Tank" Class
(04:01) From Idea to Company
(06:24) Warm-Up: Superpowers & Inventions
(08:25) The Time Machine Question
(10:44) Defining Team Roles
(13:03) Validating the Problem with Customers
(16:06) Assembling the Team (By Chance)
(18:19) The First Pivot: From Golf Balls to Safety
(23:07) Overcoming Team Disagreements
(31:03) Product Deep Dive: How She's Safe Works
(33:19) The Pitch for Investors
(35:40) The Prototyping Journey
(40:32) Facing the Toughest Challenges
(45:15) Navigating the Market
(51:59) Final Thoughts & How to Connect
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