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Meredith Perry, born August 5, 1989, is an American entrepreneur and inventor, best known as the founder of uBeam, a controversial wireless charging startup that garnered significant venture capital but ultimately failed. Perry's journey is marked by early entrepreneurial ambition, a charismatic presentation style that attracted investors, and ultimately, scrutiny over the viability and safety of uBeam's core technology.
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Birth of Meredith Perry
August 5, 1989
Meredith Perry was born in the United States. Details of her early life and upbringing are relatively scarce, but her later endeavors demonstrate a clear interest in science and technology from a young age.
Early Interest in Renewable Energy and Wireless Power
Early College Years (c. 2007-2010)
While in college, Perry began exploring alternative energy solutions and concepts related to wireless power transmission. These early explorations laid the groundwork for her later venture, uBeam.
uBeam Concept Originates
2011
The initial idea for uBeam, a wireless charging system using ultrasound, began to take shape. This period was marked by initial experiments and the conceptualization of the core technology, although the feasibility and safety of the approach were yet to be thoroughly vetted.
uBeam Founded and Initial Funding Secured
2011 - 2012
Meredith Perry officially founded uBeam. She successfully pitched her vision of ubiquitous wireless charging to venture capitalists, securing initial seed funding to develop the technology. Her charismatic presentation and ambitious goals resonated with investors eager to back innovative startups.
Rapid Growth and Increased Investment
2012 - 2016
uBeam experienced a period of rapid growth, attracting substantial venture capital investment totaling over $25 million from prominent investors. The company expanded its team and facilities, focusing on the development and refinement of its ultrasonic wireless charging technology. However, behind the scenes, significant technical challenges and questions regarding efficiency and safety persisted.
Controversy Emerges: Negative Press and Scrutiny
March 2016
The first major controversies surrounding uBeam began to surface. Articles appeared questioning the feasibility and safety of the ultrasonic charging technology, citing concerns about efficiency, potential health risks, and the ability to scale the technology for widespread adoption. These reports marked a turning point in uBeam's trajectory.
Continued Scrutiny and Executive Departures
2016 - 2018
Following the initial wave of critical reports, uBeam faced continued scrutiny from both the media and the scientific community. Several key executives and engineers left the company, reportedly due to concerns about the technology's viability and the direction of the company. Funding became harder to secure.
uBeam Shuts Down
2018
After struggling to overcome the technical challenges and facing mounting criticism, uBeam officially shut down its operations. The company failed to deliver a functional product that met its initial promises, and the technology never achieved commercial viability. The failure of uBeam served as a cautionary tale about the risks of over-hyping unproven technology.
Life After uBeam
Post-uBeam (2018-Present)
Following the closure of uBeam, Meredith Perry has maintained a low profile. Her activities and professional endeavors since the company's demise have not been widely publicized. The uBeam experience has become a prominent case study in the tech industry, highlighting the importance of rigorous scientific validation and realistic expectations when developing disruptive technologies.

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