A mover, a shaker, an awesome hack maker, Leslie Birch creates incredible work in Philadelphia. Her wearable tech with a DIY approach, her Senti8 project with team members in 2014 International Space Apps Challenge “best use of hardware,”and ISS Orbit Skirt from 2013 show her commitment to wearable tech. She works hard to inspire young women in the region to get involved in tech, design and more. She can be often found teaching at The Hacktory and Hive 76.

Category: 2014 - Geek of the Year

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