Not Impossible Labs’ Music: Not Impossible Honored by Fast Company
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Not Impossible Labs, a company known for transforming seemingly impossible challenges into innovative solutions, has earned recognition for its latest project, Music: Not Impossible. This wearable haptic system allows deaf and hard-of-hearing individuals to experience live performances through tactile sensations, marking a significant step in accessibility for the arts.
Founded by Mick Ebeling, Not Impossible Labs has a track record of addressing unique problems with creative solutions. The EyeWriter, a low-cost eye-tracking device, enabled a paralyzed graffiti artist to communicate and draw again. Similarly, Project: Bishop helped a blind skateboarder return to competitive skating. These projects, along with Music: Not Impossible, exemplify the company’s mission to solve problems that the world often dismisses as insurmountable.
Music: Not Impossible was named a winner on Fast Company’s 2026 Best Workplaces for Innovators list. This recognition underscores the company’s commitment to innovation and its ability to create meaningful impact. According to Ebeling, the company’s success stems from its unique approach, which starts with addressing a single person’s problem and then scales the solution to benefit broader communities.
The Music: Not Impossible wearable is just one of several projects developed by Not Impossible Labs. Bento, another project, focuses on patient engagement by using access to nutritious food to build trust and improve healthcare outcomes. Additionally, the company is working on Project Read The Room, an initiative to bring tactile wayfinding to public spaces, enhancing accessibility for individuals with visual impairments.
Ebeling, the Founder and CEO of Not Impossible Labs, teaches the “Not Impossible Way” directly to organizations through keynotes and hands-on workshops. This approach encourages teams to break through conventional thinking and innovate. Through the Not Impossible Institute, Ebeling shares his philosophy and methods, empowering others to tackle complex challenges.
Not Impossible Labs has received numerous accolades, including being a three-time recipient of TIME’s Best Inventions and Fast Company’s World Changing Ideas awards. Ebeling’s personal recognition includes being named to Fortune’s Top 50 World’s Greatest Leaders and receiving the Muhammad Ali Humanitarian of the Year Award. His latest book, “Not Impossible: Do What Can’t Be Done,” chronicles his journey and the lessons learned from his innovative projects.
Music: Not Impossible’s success is a testament to the company’s dedication to creating meaningful solutions that improve lives. By enabling deaf and hard-of-hearing individuals to experience live performances, the project not only enhances their quality of life but also promotes inclusivity in the arts. This recognition on Fast Company’s list further cements Not Impossible Labs’ position as a leader in innovation and social impact.