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Understanding Zoe

Understanding Zoe is an Australian company providing an AI-assisted app for neurodivergent adults, children and the people who support them. Its Pip companion helps users organise observations, reports, appointments and support information, identify patterns over time, and prepare practical next steps. Families can invite educators, therapists and other supporters into a shared care network with controlled access to information. Founded by parents with lived experience of neurodivergent family life, the company combines care coordination, personalised guidance and record keeping across home, education and workplace settings. Its app supports organisation and preparation and is not presented as a substitute for professional diagnosis or treatment.

Team

Dean HazelgroveBrand Strategy
Elizabeth HainesStrategic Partnerships
Johan ErchoffCo-Founder, Chief Product Officer and CTO
Laetitia AndracCo-Founder and CEO
Mariah MacInnesContent Marketing
Marie DowlingPublic Relations and Media
Nisrine OmariFounding Product Lead

Investments

$—2025-10-29Verge HealthTech Fund