American entrepreneur announced as North American Laureate at Cartier Women's Initiative 2019

Cartier has announced American entrepreneur, Ran Ma, as the 2019 Cartier Women’s Initiative North American laureate. Ran received her award at the programme’s annual ceremony, held in San Francisco.

Attempting to combat the rising number of people with diabetes, medical entrepreneur Ran Ma has created Siren Diabetic Socks. Using proprietary neuro fabric technology, the diabetic socks use a smart fabric embedded with microscopic heat sensors that continuously monitor foot temperature. By monitoring temperature, medical professionals can identify leg injuries in the early stages – avoiding ulcers, amputations and even premature death.

Cartier CEO Cyrille Vigneron announced the seven laureates selected by an independent international jury amongst nearly 2,900 applicants from 142 countries.

Each laureate has been awarded US $100,000 in prize money. All laureates will be receiving personalised business coaching, media visibility, networking opportunities as well as the option to attend an INSEAD Executive Program (ISEP).

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