A female-led company addressing women's safety issues, Hera Global Tech Inc. was founded in response to the rise in sexual abuse and assault cases. The firms first product Abel, is a unique system consisting of a wearable device and associated phone app that leverage current and emerging sensor technology. The system intuitively detects a high-risk situation based on physiological and personal responses and - with their location - alerts the wearer's identified contacts or community. Unlike devices requiring a butto press a button or a phone call, Abel provides an instinctive reaction, while remaining inconspicuous. Designed from the premise that everyone is vulnerable and that those involved may not have time consciously to react when the unexpected happens. In 2018, Abel was one of 16 semi-finalists selected for the Anu & Naveen Jain Safety XPRIZE. From the clear understanding that meaningful change goes beyond finances, Hera Global supports social organizations and efforts that address universal problems to bring about meaningful impact in the short term and long term.
