If we want to shape a future where no potential goes unrealized, it starts with what we do today—with the resources already in our hands.

This is my way of chipping in.

By Jayden Blackwood / 2 min read

I never imagined I’d lead a business, much less one so closely tied to a mission. My journey began in healthcare, earning a degree in neuroscience and working as a clinical researcher. There, I discovered how powerful it can be to turn complex data into real-world solutions that improve lives. That experience taught me the value of creating real-world impact, but it also opened my eyes to the potential for broader applications.

When I later earned my Masters in Innovation Management and worked in the medical tech industry, I came face-to-face with a problem I couldn’t ignore: Every year, mountains of perfectly good devices were being discarded, while so many people lacked access to the technology they needed to learn, work, and connect. This wasn’t just a waste of functional devices—it was a missed opportunity to make a difference.

I started Mint Chip Computers to bridge that widening gap.

“Its not just about laptops. It’s about people and possibilities”

It’s a simple idea, but the impact is profound. A laptop isn’t just a piece of hardware. It’s a tool that helps a child learn, a job seeker connect with opportunity, or a family stay in touch. It’s a small step toward breaking down the barriers that hold so many back.

Here’s how it works: We take used laptops, workstations, Chromebooks and mobile devices that are overlooked and undervalued—and give them a second life. We restore them, upgrade them, and provide nonprofits, educational centres and communities that need them the most with affordable, accessible solutions.

We’re not alone in this effort. I believe we all have a role to play in creating a better world, whether it’s reducing waste, helping our neighbors, or opening doors for someone else. Every partnership we develop plays a significant role in redirecting technology to where it’s needed most.

It’s been an unconventional journey to say the least, but I wouldn’t have it any other way. Solving complex problems is my passion, and this is my way of doing it.