Wendy Slone, Ph.D. is the CEO/Founder of bTECH and inventor of the Halcyon SMART Patch. Dr. Slone is experienced in nanotechnology and in developing biopolymers for biomedical applications in treatment of chronic non-healing wounds. She has research experience in the area of cancer and nerve cell regeneration. Wendy is a serial entrepreneur, having successfully operated a data analytic consultancy for more than 15-years. She is highly sought out for her start-up and entrepreneurial expertise for speaking engagements at universities, where she focuses on topics ranging from: 1.Challenges faced by minorities and women entrepreneurs in the startup space. 2. How to start and manage a successful startup, and 3. How to leverage resources to advance your startup to the next level.