Reimagining Wound Care & Empowering Women in Entrepreneurship with Dr Wendy Slone
In this conversation, Wendy Slone, PhD, discusses her journey as an entrepreneur and the development of her company, BTEC, which focuses on innovative wound care solutions through the Halcyon Smart Patch. She emphasizes the importance of healing from within, the challenges of entrepreneurship, and the significance of building relationships and networking. Wendy also shares her insights on empowerment, particularly for women in business, and the need for a strong support system.
Chapters:
00:13 Introducing Dr. Wendy Sloan & B-Tech
01:13 The Halcyon Smart Patch: Healing from the Inside Out
02:02 The Personal Spark Behind B-Tech
03:32 From NASA to Public Policy: Dr. Sloan’s Journey
06:26 Far Infrared Light, Explained
07:58 The Chronic Wound Care Crisis
10:00 The Hidden Burden of Chronic Wounds
13:51 B-Tech’s Buzz & Upcoming Human Trials
15:06 Real-World Potential: Animals, Space & Defense
18:53 Growing B-Tech: Early Lessons & Challenges
20:07 Why Strategy Matters More Than Just the Product
27:26 Building Investor Trust & Strategic Partnerships
33:04 Mentorship, Boldness & Breaking Barriers
36:09 Owning the Room & Overcoming Imposter Syndrome
41:18 Resilience, Community & Entrepreneurial Grit
43:05 Final Reflections on a Remarkable Journey
Guest Information:
Chapters:
00:13 Introducing Dr. Wendy Sloan & B-Tech
01:13 The Halcyon Smart Patch: Healing from the Inside Out
02:02 The Personal Spark Behind B-Tech
03:32 From NASA to Public Policy: Dr. Sloan’s Journey
06:26 Far Infrared Light, Explained
07:58 The Chronic Wound Care Crisis
10:00 The Hidden Burden of Chronic Wounds
13:51 B-Tech’s Buzz & Upcoming Human Trials
15:06 Real-World Potential: Animals, Space & Defense
18:53 Growing B-Tech: Early Lessons & Challenges
20:07 Why Strategy Matters More Than Just the Product
27:26 Building Investor Trust & Strategic Partnerships
33:04 Mentorship, Boldness & Breaking Barriers
36:09 Owning the Room & Overcoming Imposter Syndrome
41:18 Resilience, Community & Entrepreneurial Grit
43:05 Final Reflections on a Remarkable Journey
Guest Information:
- Guest's Name: Dr Wendy Slone
- Guest's Title/Position: Founder & CEO
- Guest's Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/wendy-s-ba02b240/
- Company / Affiliation: bTECH https://btechls.com/
- Guest's Bio: Dr. Wendy Slone is the founder and CEO of bTECH Inc., where she leads the development of the Halcyon SMART Patch—a wearable healing technology designed to revolutionize chronic wound care. Inspired by her mother’s experience with diabetic ulcers, Dr. Slone combines personal passion with deep scientific expertise. She holds a Ph.D. in public policy, is pursuing a second doctorate in chemistry, and brings over 15 years of experience in data analytics and entrepreneurship. Her mission is clear: to transform outcomes for patients facing chronic wounds through innovation, science, and purpose-driven leadership.
Takeaways:
- BTEC's Halcyon Smart Patch focuses on healing wounds from the inside out.
- Microcirculation is crucial for effective wound healing.
- The wound care industry is often overlooked despite its significance.
- Entrepreneurship involves navigating various challenges and obstacles.
- Building a solid business model is essential for success.
- Networking and building relationships are key to finding investors.
- Women entrepreneurs often face unique challenges and need support.
- It's important to maintain a positive attitude and resilience in business.
- Asking questions and challenging the status quo is vital for growth.
- Creating a core support system can significantly impact an entrepreneur's journey.
Creators and Guests
Host
Heath Fletcher
With over 30 years in creative marketing and visual storytelling, I’ve built a career on turning ideas into impact. From brand transformation to media production, podcast development, and outreach strategies, I craft compelling narratives that don’t just capture attention—they accelerate growth and drive measurable results.
Guest
Wendy Slone, Ph.D.
Dr. Wendy Slone is the founder and CEO of bTECH Inc., where she leads the development of the Halcyon SMART Patch—a wearable healing technology designed to revolutionize chronic wound care. Inspired by her mother’s experience with diabetic ulcers, Dr. Slone combines personal passion with deep scientific expertise. She holds a Ph.D. in public policy, is pursuing a second doctorate in chemistry, and brings over 15 years of experience in data analytics and entrepreneurship. Her mission is clear: to transform outcomes for patients facing chronic wounds through innovation, science, and purpose-driven leadership.