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SAVE THE DATE! Mark your calendars for April 10, 2025 when Relay Resources presents The DisabilityNext Summit: The Future of Disability Inclusion at Work. Taking place at the Portland State University Viking Pavilion at the Peter W. Stott Center Learn more + get a reminder >> Summit.RelayResources.org FEATURED SPEAKERS INCLUDE: ?? ?? Andrew Holbrook, Chief Accessibility Officer, Wells Fargo ?? ?? Imani Barbarin, Disability Advocate, Speaker, Founder of CrutchesAndSpice.com ?? ?? Dr. Hung Jen Kuo, Assistant Professor, Michigan State University Michigan State University and Director of the Games, Rehabilitation, Education, and Assistive Technology laboratory (GREAT Lab) ?? ?? Diego Mariscal, CEO and Founder, 2Gether-International ?? ?? John Cronin and Mark X. Cronin, Co-Founders, John's Crazy Socks ?? ?? Utkarsh Contractor, Founding Team / VP of AI at Aisera, Generative AI Senior Research Fellow, Stanford University ?? ?? Dr. Lakshmi Balasubramanian, Ph.D., Lecturer and Senior Researcher, Stanford University , Board Member, Relay Resources ?? ?? Hannah Rose Olson, CEO, Disclo ?? ?? Dr. Ludmila Praslova, Ph.D., SHRM-SCP, ??, Author, The Canary Code, Professor, Business & Organizational Psychology | Vanguard University, Vanguard University of Southern California ?? ?? Dr. Lawrence Fung, M.D., Ph.D., Associate Professor, Stanford University, and Director of the Stanford Neurodiversity Project NNEA ?? ?? Catarina Rivera, MSEd, MPH, CPACC, Public Speaker, Blindish Latina ?? ?? Larysa K., President & CEO, Melwood, home of AbilIT Across America: Advancing Neurodiversity in the Workplace OUR GENEROUS SPONSORS: ? Wells Fargo (Diamond) ? The Standard (Platinum) [ ID: The graphic says: DisabilityNext Summit will bring together thought leaders, futurists and innovators from across the region to engage win dynamic discussions, sare innovative ideas and advance the movement of disability inclusion in the workplace. ] #DisabilityNext #DisabilityInclusion #FutureOfWork #WorkplaceEquity #Equity

?? Last chance! Today is the final day to lock in Early Bird Pricing for the DisabilityNext?? Summit! ?? Join an incredible lineup of industry leaders and changemakers for a day of insightful conversations, breakout sessions and meaningful connections. From coffee chats to deep-dive discussions, this is where the future of Workplace Disability Inclusion takes shape. Don’t miss your chance to be part of the movement - register now! Summit.RelayResources.org [ Alt text in image ] #DisabilityNext #InclusionMatters #FutureOfWork

Larysa K. is the President and CEO of Melwood, a leading nonprofit organization dedicated to creating opportunities for individuals with disabilities through employment, training, and support services. They're also our partner to provide technology and cybersecurity career development for neurodivergent and disabled people. We look forward to Larysa Kautz joining our Neuroinclusion in the Workplace panel at the DisabilityNext?? Summit! With over 20 years of experience, she is a passionate advocate for independence and innovation that expands opportunities for people with disabilities in the community. JOIN THE MOVEMENT > Summit.RelayResources.org [ Alt text in image ] #WorkplaceInclusion #DisabilityInclusion #DisabilityEmployment #AccessibleWorkplace #HumanResources

Get ready for a vibrant, uplifting experience that will inspire, empower and energize the disability community like never before. DisabilityNext?? is a day full of visionary futurists, trailblazing leaders, and groundbreaking innovators from across the country. Dive into our program to discover all the exciting sessions and speakers we've lined up! ?? Summit.RelayResources.org [ Alt text in image ] #WorkplaceInclusion #DisabilityInclusion #DisabilityEmployment #AccessibleWorkplace #HumanResources

In 2024, we leveraged our decades of disability employment experience to launch a dynamic campaign for National Disability Employment Awareness Month. Through our Workplace Inclusion Toolkit and other valuable resources, we shared tips and strategies for building inclusive workplaces. All of that hard work and progress has led to our biggest moment yet! This April, we’re bringing together disability leaders and futurists from across the country for the DisabilityNext?? Summit. The groundbreaking event is set to transform the future of Disability Inclusion at work! The summit is a vibrant, high-energy gathering intended to reignite the passion of advocates and educate top executives and HR professionals on creating dynamic, inclusive workplaces that drive stronger businesses and greater impact. Don’t miss your chance to help shape the future! p.s. You can find our Workplace Inclusion Toolkit on our website https://loom.ly/DAdJvCc [ Alt text in image ] #WorkplaceInclusion #DisabilityInclusion #DisabilityEmployment #AccessibleWorkplace #HumanResources

Investing in both project management and change management ensures that our initiatives don't just get completed-they truly succeed! Under the visionary leadership of Dr. Jennifer Camota Luebke we are boldly forging a future of innovation, excellence, and transformative growth. #ChangeManagement #DisabilityInclusion #ProjectManagement #EmployeeDevelopment

Did you know? The average cost of a workplace accommodation is just $300 - a small investment with a big impact! At the DisabilityNext? Summit, our Technology Enablers for Workplace Disability Inclusion track will show you just how simple and effective it can be to empower your employees with the technology and tools they need to thrive in the workplace. ?? Join us on April 10 in Portland, OR to learn from industry leaders. REGISTER NOW > Summit.RelayResources.org [ Alt text in image ] #WorkplaceInclusion #AdaptiveTechnology #AssistiveTechnology #WorkplaceAccommodation #DisabilityInclusion #DisabilityEmployment #AccessibleWorkplace #HumanResources

Dr. Ludmila Praslova, Ph.D., SHRM-SCP, ?? is bringing groundbreaking insights on neuroinclusion, workplace wellbeing and the power of diverse talent to the DisabilityNext?? Summit on April 10 in Portland! Her expertise is sought by industry giants like Amazon, Bank of America, and MIT, and we can’t wait to hear her share strategies that are shaping the future of neurodiversity in the workplace. Dr. Ludmila was a member of the prestigious?Thinkers50 Radar?2024 cohort of global management thinkers most likely to impact workplaces. Her latest book, The Canary Code: A Guide to Neurodiversity, Dignity, and Intersectional Belonging at Work, was listed among top management reads for 2024. Don’t miss the chance to learn from one of the most influential thinkers in the field! Reserve your seat today > Summit.RelayResources.org [ Alt text in image ] #Neuroinclusion #WorkplaceInclusion #DisabilityInclusion #DisabilityEmployment #AccessibleWorkplace

It's 2025 and technology’s potential to improve the lives of people with disabilities is greater than ever! For Dr. Hung Jen Kuo, Assistant Professor at Michigan State University, this is the heart of his groundbreaking research. "I am extremely excited to present at DisabilityNext, and share my research projects and partnership with Peckham, Inc. We will showcase how technology can play a role?in supporting employees with disabilities, including the use of virtual reality meditation and virtual job shadowing tools." As business leaders explore solutions to support their employees with disabilities, Dr. Kuo’s insights are essential to shaping the future of inclusive work environments. Don’t miss the chance to hear from this inspiring leader and learn how we can all leverage technology for greater inclusion. Reserve your spot today → Summit.RelayResources.org [ Alt text in image ] #TechForGood #AccessibleTechnology #AssistiveTechnology #AdaptiveTechnology #WorkplaceInclusion #DisabilityInclusion #DisabilityEmployment #AccessibleWorkplace

Please join us in welcoming Alfonso Carmona to the Relay Resources Executive Team as our new Senior Vice President of Marketing and Communications! In this role, Alfonso will lead brand management, external communications, social media, event management and will implement the organization’s marketing strategy. Prior to this new role, as the Relay Resources fractional Vice President of Marketing and Communications, Alfonso led a company-wide brand refresh with a focus on accessibility. He has also overseen targeted and effective marketing campaigns, a brand activation at Portland’s Pride Parade and strategic disability inclusion partnerships such as Relay’s first accessibility partnership with the Oregon Business Plan Leadership Summit. Alfonso honed his craft while leading an advertising agency in Guadalajara, Mexico. He successfully combines data-driven insights with market intuition. ? Alfonso is Mexican-American. He holds a bachelor’s degree in marketing from Tecnológico de Monterrey University and completed the LEAD Executive Leadership and Business program at Stanford University Graduate School of Business. We look forward to Alfonso's leadership as we accelerate our pursuit of initiatives that advance the critical mission of transforming workplaces and communities by championing disability inclusion. [ Alt text in image ] #Executive #NewHire #Marketing #Communications #InclusiveWorkplace