How The Daisy Came to Be
Our work is guided by a simple principle: people should be able
to care for themselves privately, confidently, and on their own terms.
This is not about medicalization.
It's about normal life—preserved.
From a wheelchair user’s idea to a growing pilot.
- 2021 — Idea originated from a wheelchair user
- 2022 — Temple University Senior UX Design Project
- 2023 — Prototype + prior-art search (Villanova Law IP Clinic)
- 2024–25 — Iteration with hospitals in Ireland & the US
- Patent filed: 63/756,098
From a single insight to a growing solution—built through listening,
iteration, and respect for the people who will use it.
Tara Cunningham
Disability inclusion consultant, author, professor
Tara Cunningham is a social entrepreneur and co-inventor of The Daisy.
She has spent more than two decades designing practical, dignity-focused
solutions alongside people navigating complex systems.
Tara is currently completing her PhD focused on inclusive design and
neuroinclusion, and serves as an Adjunct Assistant Professor committed
to creating accessible learning and working environments.
Her leadership at The Daisy reflects her lifelong commitment to autonomy,
respect, and practical innovation in everyday life.
Dr. Thomas Edwards
Dr. Thomas Edwards is a professor, author, and industry leader in
user-centered engineering and innovation.
With extensive experience guiding complex design projects, he brings
deep expertise in accessible product development and practical solutions
that improve daily life.
As part of The Daisy team, Dr. Edwards ensures rigorous testing,
evidence-driven design, and continual refinement of a product built
to preserve dignity, independence, and environmental responsibility.
Cybil Seneker
Engineer, user-centered design, inventor
Cybil Seneker is an engineer and user-centered design expert whose technical leadership has guided The Daisy from concept to prototype. With a strong focus on accessibility, ergonomics, and practical functionality, Cybil ensures that every design decision is grounded in real user needs and environmental responsibility. Her commitment to thoughtful, inclusive engineering plays a central role in creating a product that enhances comfort, independence, and sustainability.
Cheri Mitchell
Retired advocate from the Georgia Advocacy Office
Cheri Mitchell's insights and lived experience have been foundational
to The Daisy from its earliest stages.
Her clarity about daily realities brings essential honesty to the
product development process, ensuring that every feature reflects
real-world needs and preserves dignity.
Cheri's voice keeps The Daisy grounded in practicality, respect,
and user-driven innovation.
Jerome Lawrence
Jerome Lawrence, Cheri's partner, is an acclaimed artist whose work has been closely connected with President Jimmy Carter and The Carter Center for many years. His paintings have raised significant funds through The Carter Center’s fundraising auctions, and three of his works are held in Rosalynn Carter’s personal collection. Jerome’s book, Finding Life Lessons in Art—featuring a foreword by Rosalynn Carter—shares how creating art helped him navigate illness and find meaning, prompting national attention through interviews, documentaries, and panel discussions. His career reflects a deep commitment to using art to heal, uplift, and contribute to the public good.