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IAMBIC CEO Named 2025 Inc. Female Founder for Revolutionizing $400B Footwear Industry

IAMBIC CEO Maeve Wang featured in Inc. Female Founders 500 list for 2025, recognized for pioneering AI-driven precision-fit footwear.

IAMBIC creates AI-tailored footwear engineered for the way people move. Each pair begins with a simple smartphone scan and comfort profile, then our proprietary Fit Engine analyzes over 20 biometric data points to design a digital last unique to every individual.

Handcrafted in Portugal from full-grain Italian leather, every shoe combines European craftsmanship with advanced biomechanics. Recognized as a TIME Best Invention, IAMBIC merges science, design, and movement into one form where comfort meets precision.

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Inc.’s eighth annual Female Founders list highlights the top business leaders transforming industries and solving global challenges.

New York, NY, March 11, 2025Inc., the premier media brand for entrepreneurs, has named Maeve T. Wang, Co-founder and CEO of IAMBIC, to its 2025 Inc. Female Founders list. Recognized for revolutionizing the $400B global footwear industry, Wang is leading a movement to make AI-driven, precision-fit footwear accessible to all, solving an age-old fit problem that affects over 25% of people worldwide.


Inc. Female Founders 500

Wang joins an elite cohort of 500 women leaders whose companies collectively generated $9B in revenue and raised $10.6B in funding during 2024. Selected through a three-round evaluation, honorees are chosen for measurable growth, industry disruption, and leadership impact.

“I’ve spent my career at the intersection of retail and technology, watching people struggle with shoes that never quite fit,” said Wang. “IAMBIC goes beyond being a better shoe. It is about transforming how people experience footwear. Being recognized by Inc. affirms our mission to make precision-fit accessible to everyone.”

Inc.’s editors evaluate thousands of applicants, assessing both data-driven metrics and qualitative impact in innovation, accessibility, and economic influence.

IAMBIC founder and CEO Maeve Wang named 2025 Inc. Female Founder, recognized for revolutionizing the $400B footwear industry with AI-driven custom-fit innovation.

AI-powered innovation backed by science

IAMBIC’s technology converts smartphone scans into precision-fit footwear using AI analysis. Developed through government-backed research and real-world testing, it delivers bespoke-level comfort without the bespoke price. Each model reflects biometric precision down to the millimeter.

The MODEL T integrates technology, biomechanics, and design into a single experience. Recognized by TIME, Techstars, and the National Science Foundation, it represents the evolution of footwear from static sizing to adaptive precision.

“Female founders know what struggle is, but they are also experts of adaptability and creativity. Their leadership is vital to progress.”

— Diana Ransom, Executive Editor, Inc.

See the full 2025 list

To view the complete 2025 Inc. Female Founders list, visit inc.com/female-founders. Learn more about IAMBIC’s technology in Technology and How Custom-Fit Shoes Work.


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FAQs

Do I need to take the Fit Guide Quiz before ordering?

No. You can go straight to the MODEL T page to order. If you prefer a guided experience, take the Fit Guide Quiz for personalized fit guidance.

How long does delivery take?

Most orders ship within four to six weeks after your smartphone consultation. Learn more in How Custom-Fit Shoes Work.

What makes IAMBIC different from wide sizing?

“Wide” adds width but ignores shape and depth. IAMBIC captures full foot geometry to design a digital last shaped for balance and alignment. Read IAMBIC 101 to learn more.

Is my data secure?

Your data is encrypted, stored securely, and never sold. It is used only to craft your pair and manage refits. See Technology for details.


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