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Ember’s journey from hot coffee to medication transport


Ember's first Indiegogo campaign drew sideways glances when it launched in 2015. Would anyone actually buy a $129 heated coffee mug? Nearly a decade

As Ember began to expand internationally, Alexander and his team encountered challenges around navigating the regulatory landscapes of different countries, securing reliable manufacturing partners and adapting to local market conditions. The decision to split Ember into two distinct divisions — consumer and life sciences — was a strategic move designed to allow each arm of the company to focus on its core competencies and target markets. By creating a dedicated life sciences division, Ember can channel its resources and talent toward developing new applications for its technology in the medical field, from improving the storage and transportation of vaccines to enabling more precise temperature control in laboratory settings.

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