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North Texas Angel Network Members Invest in Glidance, Ten members invested $125,000 in the startup

(DALLAS, TX – October 28, 2025) – The North Texas Angel Network (NTAN), an accredited

angel investor membership organization, announced that 10 of its members have invested

$125,000 in Glidance Inc. Glide is the world’s first autonomous, self-guided mobility aid for

people who are blind or have low vision.

"We’re excited to support the team at Glidance on their mission to empower people with vision

challenges to live more independent lives. Using AI and robotics, their mobility and navigation

aid, Glide, detects obstacles and steers smoothly, offering a simple, intuitive alternative to canes

and guide dogs,” noted Randy Johanneck, an NTAN member and due diligence lead for the

investment. “Led by a world-class team from Amazon, iRobot, Symbotic, GoogleX, and

Microsoft, Glidance has the expertise to take robotics from concept to commercialization.

What’s more, Founder Amos Miller brings the personal story, passion, and experience to the

company and products, having lost his eyesight in his 20s. His lived experience of the needs of

this community, coupled with his technology background, positions Glide to become the premier

mobility aid.”

NTAN is dedicated to supporting early-stage companies like Glidance, and the members bring

valuable experience from a diverse range of industries. By investing in Glidance, NTAN isn’t just

offering funding, but also guidance from individuals who know how to build successful

businesses. It’s a prime example of NTAN’s commitment to supporting new companies with a

positive mission.

“We better the lives of people who are blind not only through the power of robotics and AI, but

by harnessing the deep desire in all of us to do so with impact, at scale with a strong growth

business that is poised to revolutionize the power of the sidewalk pedestrian data. The folks at

NTAN got that on day one,” added Amos Miller, founder and CEO for Glidance.

About North Texas Angel Network (NTAN)

Over its 17-year history, NTAN members have invested more than $14 million in startup

organizations, primarily in the North Texas region. Notable investments from NTAN members

include Compression Works, Corganics, Finlete, Fitnescity, Gardenuity, Glidance, One Health

Group, One Stop Wellness, PodUp, Providential Media, Shower Stream, and Skribe.ai.

Since 2008, the North Texas Angel Network (NTAN) has connected early-stage companies with

angel investors to help private investors make private deals with private companies. The

nonprofit, member-led organization reviews investment opportunities across industries,

including medical device and service companies, software and hardware technology, and

construction innovation, among others. One of the oldest and largest networks in Texas, NTAN

is a member of the Angel Capital Association and the Alliance of Texas Angel Networks. Follow

on LinkedIn to learn more.

About Glidance

Glidance is on a mission to empower people with sight loss to live their lives to the fullest by

leveraging advancements in robotics, AI, and autonomous systems. To that end, they are

introducing Glide, the world's first autonomous guidance robot that guides you where you want

to go. With two all-terrain wheels connected to the ground and an adjustable telescoping

handle, Glide physically guides the user through both familiar and new environments. The firm

has won early accolades from beta testers and numerous awards

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