Scott Lien

Scott Lien is the CEO and Co-founder of GrandPad, a company that develops technology solutions specifically designed for seniors over 75 years old.12 He founded GrandPad in 2014 along with his son Isaac Lien to address the communication challenges faced by elderly individuals.1

Background and Achievements

Scott Lien has a background in product and technology development.1 His work with GrandPad has earned him recognition in the business world:

• He won the prestigious Ernst & Young (EY) Entrepreneur of the Year® 2022 Heartland Award.1
• Lien was named to the 2023 Twin Cities Business 100 list, which recognizes influential business leaders in Minnesota.2

GrandPad's Mission

Under Lien's leadership, GrandPad aims to enhance the quality of life for seniors by:

• Providing a simple tablet-based solution for elderly adults over 75 who struggle with standard technology.3
• Addressing social isolation among seniors by keeping them connected to family, friends, and caregivers.3
• Offering built-in 4G LTE connectivity and a secure environment for communication.2

Personal Motivation

The inspiration for GrandPad came from Lien's personal experiences:

• He observed his mother and mother-in-law struggling with standard technology in their 80s.3
• This led him to create a product specifically designed for what he calls "super seniors" - those over 75 years old.3

Scott Lien's approach to product development is influenced by good design principles, including Scandinavian design.1 He believes in creating products that customers truly want and need, focusing on simplicity and functionality.13