Evolution Devices was founded in 2017 by Pierluigi Mantovani and Juan M. Rodriguez, both alumni of the University of California, Berkeley, and experienced in developing neuro-rehabilitative technologies.

Evolution Devices was born out of frustration with the existing mobility solutions. The team built the first prototype of the EvoWalk device for Pierluigi’s father, who struggles with foot drop caused by multiple sclerosis. Witnessing his daily challenges, they were motivated to create something that could help not just him but also millions of others facing similar struggles.