Hans Jørgen Wiberg
About Hans Jørgen Wiberg
Hans Jørgen Wiberg is the founder and board member of Be My Eyes, an app that connects visually impaired individuals with sighted volunteers for assistance through live video calls. He is a Danish furniture craftsman and has a strong commitment to enhancing accessibility for the blind, drawing on his own experiences as a visually impaired person.
Work at Be My Eyes
Hans Jørgen Wiberg is the Founder and Boardmember of Be My Eyes, a platform that connects visually impaired individuals with sighted volunteers through live video calls. Since its inception in 2012, the app has gained a global user base and provides 24/7 assistance, allowing users to complete everyday tasks with the help of volunteers. Wiberg's leadership has been instrumental in establishing the service as a vital resource for the visually impaired community.
Education and Expertise
Wiberg studied Filosofi at Syddansk Universitet - University of Southern Denmark from 1993 to 1996. He also attended Singularity University in 2015. His educational background informs his strong focus on creating services that enhance accessibility for the blind, integrating societal, artistic, and philosophical perspectives into his work.
Background
Wiberg is a Danish furniture craftsman and has worked at The Danish Association of the Blind. His personal experience as a visually impaired individual has shaped his commitment to improving accessibility and support for others in similar situations.
Achievements
In 2013, Wiberg gave a TEDx Talk about Be My Eyes, highlighting the app's impact on the visually impaired community. He presented the idea at a Danish startup event in April 2012, which contributed to its development. In 2018, he received the Lovie Emerging Entrepreneur Award at the Lovie Awards, recognizing his contributions to accessibility and innovation.