I was asked in an interview once: What is one song that always puts you in a good mood? “Roar”: by Katy Perry. The lyrics…”I got the eye of the tiger, a fighter, Dancing through the fire, ‘Cause I am a champion, and you’re gonna hear me roar.” Tigers are a symbol of bravery, strength, … read more… “You’re going to hear me roar!”
I had the super awesome opportunity to be invited to speak at Club21 Learning and Resource Center yesterday to kick of my 2022 bookings! What is Club 21? Great question! Club 21 provides the educational tools and resources that enable individuals with Down syndrome to be fully included. Their goal is for every individual with … read more… Kicking off 2022 with Club 21 Learning and Resource Center!
The last few years I have chosen a word of the year. This word helps me visualize my professional goals and guides me daily, motivating me and holding me accountable throughout the year. 2019 was YES – The goal: Challenge myself to say yes to any and all new opportunities that came my way. Result … read more… #RiseUp2022
Today I sit in reflection of this past year and I’m filled with gratitude and I’m compelled to sincerely thank you. Thank you to those who have invited me to share my story and have provided a stage to make a positive impact towards a better and more inclusive tomorrow. Thank for every message of … read more… Happy New Year!
Thanks so much to the AMAZING team TPGi for inviting me to be a guest on the Real People, Real Stories Podcast. I’m proud of our conversation! You are doing really important work in #Accessibility! #Grateful Check out the conversation and learn more about ableism here: https://lnkd.in/eC75fkGU
My first speaking award! ♥️ Thank you so much Accessibility.com for this cute surprise!! Thank you for all the work you do to open up opportunities for all of us because without accessibility there is no inclusion.
Thank you Abercrombie & Fitch Co. for inviting me to speak today during your Inclusion & Diversity month long event! YES … I said month long I & D event! It’s clear that A&F Co. is intentional in creating a company where everyone belongs and is represented in the culture, people and initiatives! Thank you for including … read more… Invited to Speak at Abercrombie & Fitch Co.
Monday marked the first day of Invisible Disabilities Awareness Week! A week to educate society about the progress we still need to make towards acceptance of all disabilities including the invisible ones. “About 25% of U.S. adults have a disability, and most invisible disability metrics in the U.S. say that roughly as high as 20% … read more… It’s Invisible Disabilities Awareness Week!
Another day in the speaking office and LOVING it!! Join us October 12-14 for three days of virtual learning and engagement as industry leaders in accessibility and advocacy like legendary Judith Heumann, Caroline Casey, and more come together to talk about how and why businesses should empower #Accessibility. Day 1: Unlock the Potential of Assistive Technology … read more… Emceeing the AccessibilityPlus Virtual Conference!
