Category: Achievements

Breaking Barriers, Building Leaders: Meet OWN It! My newest keynote announced!


Published: Thursday August 28, 2025
Alycia Anderson, smiling in a wheelchair with arms raised, wearing a pink top and jeans. Text reads: “2025 Booking Specials Ends Sept. 15! Introducing my new speech: OWN It: Embrace, Elevate, & Empower.”

I’m thrilled to introduce my newest keynote, OWN It: Embrace, Elevate & Empower. This isn’t just a keynote — it’s a movement designed to transform how teams lead, connect, and thrive. Rooted in my own journey as a woman, wheelchair user, and advocate, OWN It is about breaking barriers and showing leaders and organizations how … read more… Breaking Barriers, Building Leaders: Meet OWN It! My newest keynote announced!

Runway of Dreams!


Published: Monday September 16, 2024
Alycia wearing a green jacket on the runway with the audience looking on

Alycia Anderson had the incredible opportunity to model adaptive wear at the Runway of Dreams Adaptive Fashion Show during New York Fashion Week. This groundbreaking event, founded by Mindy Scheier, challenges fashion norms and advocates for inclusive, accessible clothing design. For Alycia, walking the runway was a personal dream come true and a celebration of inclusion, challenging traditional beauty standards while making fashion accessible for everyone.

Full Circle Moments at Runway of Dreams: Celebrating Adaptive Fashion and Inclusion


Published: Thursday September 12, 2024
alycia on the runway during the live event at the runway of dreams

Walking the runway at the 10th anniversary of Runway of Dreams in Brooklyn, New York, was a profound experience for me, blending my passions for fashion and disability advocacy. Founded by Mindy Scheier, Runway of Dreams promotes adaptive fashion, ensuring everyone is seen and valued. Featuring brands like Target, this event represents a pivotal movement toward inclusivity, allowing people with disabilities to express themselves through clothing that empowers and transforms.

Bringing the Voice of Disability to the Insurance Diversity Task Force


Published: Tuesday June 25, 2024
alycia with all of the insurance diversity task force members at the quarterly meeting in oakland

Alycia, appointed by Insurance Commissioner Ricardo Lara, is the first Persons with Disabilities Business Enterprise Representative on California’s Insurance Diversity Task Force. Congratulating re-elected Chair Mark Morales and new Vice-Chair Vikita Poindexter, Alycia aims to enhance equity and diversity in California’s insurance market. She looks forward to contributing to the strategic plan and the California Insurance Diversity Survey, promoting opportunities for underrepresented communities.

California Department of Insurance Commissioner Ricardo Lara’s Insurance Diversity Task Force


Published: Wednesday June 12, 2024
california department of insurance commissioner ricardo lara the insurance diversity initiative insurance diversity task force

I’m excited to announce my appointment to the California Department of Insurance as the first member of the Insurance Diversity Task Force representing Persons with Disabilities Enterprise Business (PDBE). This role, conferred by Insurance Commissioner Ricardo Lara, aims to ensure the voices of people with disabilities are represented in the insurance industry, promoting diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility to create a more inclusive industry for all.

Pushing Forward with Alycia Podcast Ratings


Published: Thursday November 9, 2023
a five star rating of alycia podcast next to a picture of alycia with her microphone

Discover the success of the Pushing Forward with Alycia podcast, where Alycia Anderson advocates for diversity, equity, inclusion, and disability awareness. With ratings of 5 stars, this motivational podcast explores DEI topics, digital accessibility, workplace inclusion, and stories of resilience. Join Alycia in this open, educational space to learn, share, and progress together.

3 Year Anniversary


Published: Friday October 27, 2023
Alycia and Marty business partners sitting in wheelchairs smiling outside in the city with their dog Milo on their lap wearing black Image is celebrating 3 years in business with a quote that says I’m right sizing workplace obstacles to open minds hearts environments and opportunities to a world of possibility

Celebrating three years of The Alycia Anderson Company, Alycia reflects on challenges, victories, and the ongoing mission to widen pathways for individuals with disabilities. Through keynotes, trainings, and advocacy, the company has made strides in promoting disability inclusion and accessibility in workplaces. Alycia expresses gratitude for the support that fuels their success and looks forward to continued growth in their fourth year.

Happy National Disability Employment Awareness Month!


Published: Monday October 2, 2023
Alycia sitting in her wheelchair in front of green cactus, wearing a jean jacket and black pants and boots holding a sign that says The Heart of Inclusion.

Happy National Disability Employment Awareness Month #NDEAM! Disability is a unique opportunity to showcase extraordinary abilities and redefine what it means to be awesome in the workplace. Empower yourselves and your employees with my microlearning series, Disabling Ableism. The modern pathway to inclusion.

Pushing Forward with Alycia Podcast has Officially Launched!


Published: Thursday July 6, 2023
introducing your host alycia

This podcast is a passion project of mine that has come to fruition through many long hours in collaboration with esteemed members of the disability community, my hardworking creative team and a lot of my own personal growth in pushing through fear and stepping up to being the changemaker I want to be.