Transcend started from the frustration of living with Type 1 diabetes and knowing, deep down, that it shouldn’t have to feel this hard. I spent years navigating spiraling blood sugar levels, waking up in ambulances, and relying on emergency glucose that did its job but was difficult to stomach and added stress to an already overwhelming moment. Over time, it became clear that managing lows didn’t have to feel this way.

I wanted something I could trust. Something fast, precise, and easy to use, even in the midst of brain fog and fatigue. I wanted it to taste good, fit into real life, and feel like it was designed by someone who actually gets it. Transcend was built from that need. What began as a personal problem turned into years of research, testing, and refinement, all with one goal: to create better tools for people living with diabetes, like myself.

Those early years of turmoil from my diagnosis still matter to me, but now, they’re reminders of progress. Of preparation. Of how much better things can feel when you’re supported by products designed with care and intention.

Today, Transcend supports an entire community, from people living with diabetes and their caregivers to the first responders who support us when it matters most. This journey started with my own experience, but it continues because of the community that uses and trusts Transcend every day. I’m proud of what we’ve built—and even more excited about where it’s headed.