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80 Years of Progress, 5 Years of Purpose!
This year marks the 80th anniversary of National Disability Employment Awareness Month (NDEAM) ,which is a time for us to reflect on how far we’ve… Read More »80 Years of Progress, 5 Years of Purpose!
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Shannon Garner: Access Granted Episode 28
In this episode of Access Granted, Mike sits down with our training specialist, Shannon Garner, who leads Ablr’s Accessibility Analyst Training Program. Shannon shares her story of losing sight at age six, clears up common misconceptions about blindness and braille, and shows how assistive technologies like screen readers only work when content is created accessible from the start.
Angus Kola: Access Granted Episode 27
In this episode of Access Granted, our co-founder, Mike Iannelli, sits down with our very own Angus Kola, Senior Accessibility Analyst at Ablr. Angus shares his journey from growing up in South Africa, to suddenly losing his sight while serving abroad, to rebuilding his life and career from the ground up.
The Beauty of Designing with Intention
As the summer came to an end, my family and I finally made our way to the beach! I truly love the beach – in… Read More »The Beauty of Designing with Intention
Association Executives of North Carolina: Access Granted Episode 26
In the latest episode of Access Granted, our host, Mike Iannelli, sits down with Rich Phaneuf, CEO & Executive Director of the Association Executives of North Carolina (AENC). Rich shares how a single overlooked question on a registration form sparked a lasting shift in how AENC shows up for its members—with accessibility and inclusion at the core.
Progress Over Perfection: Why Accessibility and Disability Inclusion Can’t Wait
At the end of July, my colleague Logan and I presented at the Raleigh Chamber Perspectives Conference. We had the opportunity to facilitate a conversation… Read More »Progress Over Perfection: Why Accessibility and Disability Inclusion Can’t Wait
Why Curiosity Is the Superpower Ablr Needs (and you too!)
Recently, I took my two little boys to Discovery World in Milwaukee. As we walked through the exhibits, we stumbled upon a whole section dedicated… Read More »Why Curiosity Is the Superpower Ablr Needs (and you too!)
Move Over Grill, It’s Time for Summer Griddling
With the summer coming up, I am excited to start spending more time out on the deck, and that usually means more grilled food! I… Read More »Move Over Grill, It’s Time for Summer Griddling
It’s time to Take Control and have No Fear!
At the end of March, I gave a talk at the NC Tech Engaging the Future Workforce Summit, around the topic of “No Fear.” The… Read More »It’s time to Take Control and have No Fear!
The Magic of Accessible Experiences!
Over the past month, I haven’t been falling asleep in my own bed, but rather in various hotel beds! Most of the traveling has been… Read More »The Magic of Accessible Experiences!