E362: Unleashing Human Potential: Empowering Voices with Paul Polman Apr 25, 2023

Join host Debra Ruh, CEO of Ruh Global Impact and co-founder of Billion Strong, in a conversation with a business leader, and climate and equalities campaigner, Paul Polman. As the former Unilever CEO and leader of the UN Global Compact, Paul shares insights on leadership, inclusion, and the power of empowering billions of people with disabilities. Dive into Paul's journey, his work with the Kilimanjaro Blind Trust, and support for the Valuable 500. Discover how courageous companies and organizations can transform society and create a more inclusive, sustainable world by adopting a net positive mindset, as outlined in Paul's book, "Net Positive" . This episode will inspire and challenge you to become a part of the change and join the movement for equality and climate action.

E356: Educating the Next Generation of Digital Health Clinicians and Consumers Mar 08, 2023

Digital Health Leader Dipu Patel joins the program to discuss the intersection of digital health and improving patient experiences.

E355: Disability Debrief- With Peter Torres Fremlin Mar 01, 2023

Peter Torres Fremlin joins the program to discuss his newsletter, Disability Debrief, which is dedicated to helping people keep up with disability news from around the world and the people that are making change happen.

E353: How Indeed is Supporting Disability Inclusive Employment Feb 15, 2023

Donna Bungard, Indeed's Senior Accessibility Program Manager for Marketing, joins the program to discuss how Indeed is supporting Disability Inclusive Employment.

E352: Open Ear Headphone Design- with Auricle CEO Pedro Costa Feb 08, 2023

This episode features a conversation with Auricle CEO Pedro Costa. Auricle is an audio startup that is on a mission to bring out a completely novel and fresh concept of a personal audio consumer electronics product that uses open-ear bone-conduction headphones.

E351: Meet Regina Blye from the Christopher & Dana Reeve Foundation Feb 01, 2023

Regina Blye, Chief Program and Policy Officer for the Christopher & Dana Reeve Foundation, joins the program to provide an overview of the work that the Foundation is doing. Regina also discusses the challenges that people with spinal cord injuries face and the policy changes that are needed to help those individuals increase their quality of life.

E350: Meet Disability Advocate Jessica Lopez Jan 25, 2023

Disability Advocate Jessica Lopez joins the program. Born without hands and feet, Jessica's lived experience as a disabled woman informs her advocacy for more inclusive and accessible education and workforces.

E349: The ADA Digital Accessibility Lawsuit Report Jan 18, 2023

Tune in as Jason Taylor, Chief Innovation Strategist and advisor to UsableNet CEO joins the program to discuss the 2022 ADA Digital Accessibility Lawsuit Report.

E348: Navigating the Job Market: A Guide for People with Disabilities Jan 11, 2023

In the latest episode of Human Potential at Work, Debra Ruh converses with special education teacher and disability advocate, Jacob Levy, who is also the founder of Searchable LLC. Jacob, himself a person with a learning disability acquired at birth, leverages his unique information-processing style to help neurodiverse and disabled job seekers navigate the job market. He emphasizes the significance of education, the evolving job search landscape, and the role of storytelling in job applications. The episode invites listeners to explore Jacob's free resources on searchablellc.com and encourages contributions to Billion Strong, an empowerment organization for people with disabilities. This insightful discussion is available on all major podcast platforms.

E347: Staying close together with "Alisha Bee" Forrester Scott Jan 04, 2023

Join Alisha Bee Forrester Scott and Debra Ruh as they discuss the importance of staying close and working together to be servant leaders. Learn more about Ruh Global Impact and Billion Strong, an identity and empowerment organization designed to bring the billions of voices of persons with disabilities together.

E346: Update on Billion Strong 501 C3. Dec 28, 2022

In this episode of Human Potential At Work, Debra Ruh and LaMondre Pough discuss the importance of identity and empowerment for persons with disabilities. They also introduce Billion Strong officially as a 501 C3 organization designed to bring the billions of voices of persons with disabilities together. Join the global community and donate at billion-strong.org.

E345: Estela Lugo: Empowering Persons with Disabilities. Dec 21, 2022

In this episode of Human Potential at Work, we speak with Estela Lugo, a leader in the disability rights movement. Estela shares her story of how she became an advocate for persons with disabilities and how she is working to empower them. We also discuss the importance of collaboration and how we can all work together to create a more inclusive world.

E344: Making a Difference with Deem Dec 14, 2022

Debra Ruh and April Durrett discuss how Deem positively impacts the world. Learn about the importance of creating inclusive workplaces, how to make sure initiatives are successful, and how to join the Billion Strong global community. Plus, find out more about Deem at www.deem.com.

E343: Accelerating Accessibility: Tips for Employers and Employees with Cam Beaudoin Dec 07, 2022

In this episode of Human Potential at Work, Debra Ruh, CEO of Ruh Global Impact and executive chair of Billion Strong, interviews Cam Beaudoin, founder of Accelerated Accessibility. Cam shares his expertise on accessibility and accommodations in the workplace, providing tips for both employers and employees on how to disclose and provide accommodations for individuals with disabilities. He emphasizes the importance of starting somewhere, no matter how small, and breaking down accessibility tasks into bite-sized deliverables. Cam also discusses the negative impact of criticism and how it can discourage organizations from making progress in accessibility. Tune in to learn more about how to accelerate accessibility in your workplace and make it a more inclusive environment for all.

E342: Empowering Disability Voices with Emily Ladau Nov 30, 2022

In this episode of Human Potential At Work, we hear from disability rights advocate Emily Ladau as she talks about her journey, her work in the disability community, and how everyone can become part of the global movement to empower people with disabilities. Learn more about Emily and her work at www.emilyladau.com and join the Billion Strong global community to donate and support persons with disabilities at www.billion-strong.org.

E341: Exploring Inclusion and Empowerment with Kendra Kroll Nov 23, 2022

In this episode of Human Potential At Work, host Debra Ruh sits down with Kendra Kroll, CEO of Undercover Solutions and creator of PortaPocket. The two discuss Kendra's journey in the special events industry and how she developed her innovative product that promotes inclusivity and empowerment for all. Tune in to learn more about Kendra's story and how you can support the cause of inclusion and empowerment for persons with disabilities at Billion Strong.

E340: Exploring Disability Inclusion with Andy Garrett of GSK Nov 16, 2022

In this episode of Human Potential At Work, host Debra Ruh speaks with Andy Garrett, a leader in the field of disability inclusion, about his own experiences with disability and his work at the global pharmaceutical company GSK. They discuss GSK's commitment to inclusion and how the company is working to create a more accessible and inclusive environment for its employees and customers. Andy shares his thoughts on the importance of bringing the voices and experiences of people with disabilities to the forefront and discusses some of the initiatives he is leading at GSK.

E339: Discovery Awards and Enable India Nov 09, 2022

In this episode, Debra interviews Dipesh and Den from Enable India. After two years of success, Project Discovery goes international with its latest Discovery Awards to be announced later this year. The international challenge will conclude with two grassroots winners presenting their stories to an international audience at the Zero Project Conference in Vienna in 2023.
The solution-centric mindset rooted in the belief ‘Everyone is an Innovator’ has the potential to scale up the empowerment of persons with disabilities. Discovery Awards is an internationally accessible platform to recognize innovative solutions and showcase the stories of grassroots innovators worldwide.

E338: Gratitude Concert. Music as a tool for Growth. Oct 31, 2022

In today´s episode, Debra interviews Martin Byrial, a composer who understands the power of music to transform emotions and heal people. He shares his story of how music has helped him through tough times and how it can help others find their strength and potential. This episode discusses how music can be used for personal and professional growth.

E337: Dan Bena, 500 words or less, true stories of purpose, passion, and life lessons. Oct 26, 2022

In this episode, Debra Interviews Dan Bena, Award-winning Purpose, ESG, and CSR Executive (former PepsiCo), Coach & Mentor. They go over Dan´s career, and his new book 500 words or less available here: https://www.danbena.com/, and they also dive deep into the work his wife is doing to support the aging population.

E336: Ensemble. Every voice counts! Oct 19, 2022

In this episode, Debra interviews Sara Smolley, the co-founder of Voiceitt, a company whose vision is to empower people with disabilities with accessible voice technology that helps them connect with others and live more independently. The ensemble is a community initiative to collect voice recordings so we can improve Voiceitt’s accessible speech recognition technology. In the episode, they go over the amazing technology and show examples of how it works.
Any native English speaker over 13 with a speech impairment is encouraged to join this link: ruhglobal.com/ensemble

E335: M-Enabling Summit 2022, 10th anniversary Oct 12, 2022

In this episode, Debra interviews Axel Leblois about the M-Enabling Summit 2022, the 10th anniversary of this great event. This year the topic of the summit is "Digital Inclusion: Strategies for Equal Opportunities." The event will have some incredible speakers and great surprises for everyone. To register go to m-enabling.com

E334: Disability Advocacy #Peoplesmart and maturity models Oct 05, 2022

In this episode, Debra interviews Jodie Greer a holistic disability inclusion consultant enabling organizations that care about enabling their staff, their customers and their business. They talk about the world of disability advocacy and consultancy and what being #PeopleSmart means.

E333: Unlocking the Value of Hidden Human Potential. Sep 28, 2022

In this episode, Debra interviews Charlotte DalesCEO and one of the co-founders of Inclusively an inclusion platform that empowers employers with accommodations insights, access, training, and support they need to attract and retain previously untapped talent.

E332: Purpose Driven Leadership with Carol Van Den Hende Sep 21, 2022

In this episode, Debra interviews Carol Van Den Hende an entrepreneurial, inspiring leader who unlocks the optimism and opportunity of the future through my creative hats in global business and in the community. They talk about her role on Mars, her new book, and everything in between.

E331:Navigating the Maze of Benefits and Resources Sep 14, 2022

In this episode, Debra interviews Eric Jorgensen, creator of True North Disability Planning, an organization that helps families and professionals navigate the maze of benefits, resources, and services available to those with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities. You can learn more about his efforts at his website: https://truenorthdisabilityplanning.com/

E330: Purple space and Purple light up Sep 07, 2022

In this episode, Debra interviews Graeme Moffat and Kate Nash from Purple Space, the world's only professional development hub for disability network leaders; they dive deep into the new book Purple Space and what Employee Resource Groups can do to keep the momentum going.

E329: Elevating Disability Pride, Together. Aug 31, 2022

In this episode, Debra interviews Tiffany Yu, CEO & founder of Diversability, an award-winning social enterprise to elevate disability pride, and the founder of the Awesome Foundation Disability Chapter. They go over Tiffany´s story and what Diversability is doing for the community of people with disabilities.

E328: We need to make accessibility profitable Aug 24, 2022

In this episode, Debra interviews Neil Charles Milliken, VP and Global Head of Accessibility for Atos; they go over the role a division like Neil's has in such a large organization, the nuances around accessibility, and how it helps everyone not just people with disabilities.
Remember that Neil Milliken, Debra Ruh, and Antonio Santos also have a show called AXSChat, which is also the biggest tweetchat in the world, and you can go and learn more about it here: http://www.axschat.com/.

E327: The intersection of mental health, sustainable development, and regenerative urban design. Aug 17, 2022

In this episode, Debra interviews Arslan Abtahi M.D., who is at the intersection of science, technology, sustainability, entertainment, and social entrepreneurship. In this episode, they dive deep into the environment around people and how smart cities can help remove barriers for all.

E326: Just be confident! With Tamyah Jordan Aug 03, 2022

In this episode, Debra interviews Tamyah Jordan, a visually impaired model and advocate. They dive into her experience in the modeling industry and how anyone can pursue their dream.

E325: Zillow working on Equity and Belonging Jul 27, 2022

In this episode, Debra interviews Denise Reed Lamoreaux, Director of Equity & Belonging at Zillow, a tech real-estate marketplace company; in this conversation, they go over what is needed in this role and how she is helping make Zillow a better, more inclusive company overall.

E324: Empowerment through connection. An update on Billion Strong. Jul 20, 2022

In this episode, Debra is joined by Richard Streitz, who first started working with accessibility, universal design concepts, and processes 30 years ago while as a Walt Disney Imagineer. He is now one of the world´s experts in Smart Cities and Metaverse, incorporating those concepts into those emerging conversations. In this conversation, they explore the topic of Human-Centric design and how it can change the future.

E323: Empowerment through Connection. An update on Billion Strong. Jul 13, 2022

In this episode, Dr. LaMondre Pough joined Debra to go over the mission of Billion Strong and how this new organization connects people with disabilities to each other in the community. It is connecting people with companies, governments, and other non-profit organizations that all work in support of people with disabilities or in support of humanity as a whole.

E322: Everyone Can Engage to Create a More Inclusive World! Jul 06, 2022

In today´s episode Debra Interviews Rupert Roniger Chief Executive Officer at LIGHT FOR THE WORLD an organization whose goal is to improve health systems in the poorest regions of the world, enable education for all, and amplify the voices of people with disabilities in the workplace and beyond. This conversation is all about everyone can engage to create a more inclusive society.

E321: Relationships, Confusion, and Loss Jun 29, 2022

Patti Ashley joins Debra Ruh again to talk about the realities of grief and its relation to love; complicated grief is not easy. Debra shares a lot about her experience with the loss of her husband in a robust conversation that will help anyone that has dealt or is dealing with grief from losing a loved one. Check out these episodes where Ashley is featured on HPAW:

#227: How to Heal From Grief and Loss

#235: Parenting During a Pandemic

#248: Staying Grounded and Living Authentically in the New Year

#268: Taking Care of Our Emotions

E320: Accessibility is Relevance Jun 22, 2022

In today´s episode, Debra interviews Dave Dame, a seasoned technology executive who is passionate about designing and developing hardware and software for users of all abilities. And they go over the state of accessibility and diversity, and inclusion in a fascinating conversation.

E319: You Can't Be Afraid to Try Jun 15, 2022

In this episode, Debra is joined by Tiffany Eickhoff, a Paraprofessional at the Special School District of St. Louis County; they discuss Tiffany's lived experiences with disabilities and provide recommendations, What people with disabilities that are really struggling to get accepted in school and in college, or even be included in the workforce in meaningful ways.

E318: Understanding Trauma Jun 08, 2022

In this episode, Debra is joined by Doug Foresta, self-described as a doorman turned therapist turned podcaster, who joins Debra Ruh again to go over one of the most relevant topics in recent years, Trauma, PTSD, and its myriad implications in the lives of everyone. The world seems to be more and more filled with Traumatic events and we need to ensure that we understand it so that we are able to keep living.

E317: The Narrative Method with Shari Foos Jun 01, 2022

Today's guest is Shari Foos and she is the creator of the narrative, thenarrativemethod.org they dive into the social justice aspect of teaching empathy to doctors, making doctors aware of the person and the whole person, and not to just see people as their diagnosis.

E316: Transforming Lives Through Homeownership May 25, 2022

John Mallett, America’s Mortgage Coach, joins the program for a second time and goes over some of the crucial facts surrounding homeownership and the steps necessary to get there. Millennials are the largest demographic group buying homes, even if we all believe it is impossible. If you are looking for more information, find John on Social media or listen to his previous episode on https://www.ruhglobal.com/291-creating-equity-in-home-ownership/

E315: GAAD Accessibility Across the Board with John Samuel. May 19, 2022

In this special episode celebrating Global Accessibility Awareness Day (GAAD), Debra interviews John Samuel, co-founder of ablr, a Disability Inclusion, and Digital Accessibility company; they go over the personal story of John and the importance of making accessibility available across the board for Inclusion of the community of people with disabilities to be possible.

E314: Supporting Disability-Owned Businesses. May 11, 2022

In today´s episode, Debra interviews Funmi Lawal, founder and inventor of CLIP-KNIX, the fantastic company that creates adaptive front fastening underwear; they go through the difficulties in setting up a business as a person with a disability and how we can support them. Please visit: https://www.clip-knix.biz/

E313: Perceivable, Operable, Understandable, Robust and Enjoyable May 04, 2022

In today´s episode, Debra talks to Gareth, Director at Ab11y.com and The Readability Group, and Ex-Head of UX Design and Accessibility at the BBC. They go over the importance of making Accessibility a sustainable component of business and the tools that Gareth and his teams are creating to advance accessibility.

E312: Empowering People Through Technology May 03, 2022

In today´s episode, Debra interviews Hilton Supra, Vice-Chair of Ztudium; they explore the power of technology in empowering people worldwide to create positive change. With fascinating points around the metaverse, blockchain, and other emerging technologies, this is a must-hear conversation for anyone interested in the intersection between social good and the future of technology.

E311: Understanding Accessibility Inside Big Organizations Apr 27, 2022

In today´s episode, Debra talks to Beatriz Gonzalez, Head of Accessibility & Digital Inclusion Central Europe at Atos, and they go in-depth into the reality of incorporating accessibility in big organizations and some of the best practices that we should apply when working on accessibility. Do not forget to follow Beatriz on Twitter @ and on LinkedIn @ where she will have updates on her upcoming courses.

E310: Driving Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion in the Workspace Apr 20, 2022

In today´s episode, Debra features Martine Kalaw from Martine Kalaw Enterprises, a boutique firm that supports human resources professionals to gain confidence in driving diversity, equity, and inclusion in their workspaces. They explore the principles that make this work a reality and about her book The ABCs of Diversity, a Manager's Guide to Diversity Equity Inclusion, available on Amazon.

E309: Embracing the Unconventional: A High School Junior Making a Difference in the World Apr 13, 2022

This episode features an interview with Okezue Bell, a junior in high school who is working on projects including neuroengineering research, developing prosthetics and engaging in genetics research. Okezue's interview will give you faith and hope in the emerging workforce!

E308: Neurodiversity at Work Apr 04, 2022

This episode features an interview with Aidan Healy, Founder and Chairman at Healy Consultants Group , as he reveals why senior leaders should care about neurodiversity. Discover examples of positive adjustments for those with neurodifferences, and how organizations can engage line managers.

E307: SonicCloud: The Power of Personalized Sound Mar 27, 2022

In this episode you'll hear from Larry Guterman, co-founder of SonicCloud, as he provides an overview of SonicCloud and how it helps personalize sound for people with all degrees of hearing loss.

E306: How to Change Views and Attitudes about Challenges Mar 16, 2022

This episode is hosted by LaMondre Pough, CEO of Billion Strong, and features a conversation with Morten Bonde, author of the book "Sentenced to Blindness Now What?" as he discusses his journey of being diagnosed with an incurable eye disease that is causing him to go blind. Morten shares tips for how to successfully navigate change as well as how to address and overcome fear.

E305: A deep dive into long-term care with Alexander Chaverri Carvajal. Mar 09, 2022

In this episode, LaMondre Pough who hosts today's episode has a very candid conversation with Alexander Chaverri Carvajal on the nuances of long-term care; they explore the current global state of long-term care and also take a look at what could be the future.

E304: Youth Innovation and Preparing the Next Generation For the Future of Work Mar 02, 2022

This episode features an interview with Kelly Lovell, Founder & CEO of BridgingTheGap Ventures, as she discusses the work that she is doing helping bridge opportunity gaps for young people and preparing them for the future. Discover why the world needs the contributions of young people more than ever, and why corporations are having difficulty recruiting and retaining the emerging workforce.

E303: Disability Inclusion and Black History Month: A Conversation with Billion Strong CEO LaMondre Pough Feb 23, 2022

Billion Strong CEO LaMondre Pough returns to the program to discuss his own career journey as well as the connection between disability inclusion and black history month. Discover the importance of celebrating and affirming all forms of diversity.

E302: Creating a Youth-Led Digital Skills Movement Feb 16, 2022

Dr. Sassi is the Founder & CEO of MentorNations, a youth-led digital skills and entrepreneurship movement that enabled tens of thousands of young people to code across twelve countries. In this episode, she outlines how she came to her current work, as well as the work she does as Chief Penguin of Student & Entrepreneur Experience within the IBM Z division of IBM and Global Head of IBM Hyper Protect Accelerator with 100 startups in her portfolio with a focus on enabling early-stage startups to build and scale.

E301: We the 15: A Movement for an Inclusive World Feb 09, 2022

Craig Spence, Chief Brand and Communications Officer for the International Paralympic Committee, joins the program to discuss “We the 15,” which plans to initiate change over the next decade by bringing together the biggest coalition ever of international organizations from the world of sports, human rights, policy, communications, business, arts and entertainment.

E300: Reviewed's New Accessibility Section- with Editor Sarah Kovac Feb 09, 2022

This episode features a conversation with Sarah Kovac, accessibility editor for Reviewed, part of the USA Today network. Sarah discusses her own background and how she came to her current position, Sarah reveals the types of products that are reviewed, and how the community has come together to support each other. Sarah also shares about how reviews often come in the shape of stories about a product, and how to potentially become a reviewer.

E299: Expanding Impact in the Disability Rights Movement: A Conversation with Kathy Martinez Feb 02, 2022

Kathy Martinez, CEO of Disability Rights Advocates, joins the program to discuss her journey of becoming involved in the disability rights movement and the intersection of diversity dimensions. Kathy also discusses how she intends to expand influence by collaborating with individuals in the legal social justice movement.

E298: A Court of Refuge: Judge Lerner-Wren on Presiding Over America’s First Mental Health Court Jan 26, 2022

Judge Ginger Lerner- Wren discusses how she came to preside over America’s first mental health court and the historical criminalization of people with mental health disorders and neurocognitive disabilities. Discover the international recognition that the court has received, and the need to integrate innovative approaches and technologies into the justice system.

E297: Supporting Disability Inclusion through Employee Resource Groups Jan 19, 2022

Irene Sarpato, Disability ERG Founder and Chair, as well as Billion Strong Foundation Advisor, joins the program to discuss the power of storytelling to change the narrative around disability and reveals Adidas' commitment to ensuring that sports and fitness opportunities are available to all individuals. Irene also discusses why she decided to become an advisor for Billion Strong and shares advice for employers about how to create a workplace culture that supports diversity, equity, and inclusion.

E296: Supporting Positive Aging Jan 12, 2022

Di Patterson, Founder of Success in Aging Center, and Mary Barnett, Founder and CEO of Another Brilliant Idea, Inc, join the program to discuss how to help seniors overcome the hopelessness that they may sometimes feel and the need to help older individuals break out of isolation. They also reveal the details about the Success in Aging® Essentials Box collection; a thoughtfully curated, gerontologist-approved gift box designed to empower older adults, people living with disabilities, veterans, and the widowed by giving those who love them an easy way to show their affection and thoughtfulness.

E295: Diversity, Inclusion and Becoming Creatively Curious Jan 05, 2022

Dr. Dravon James joins the program to discuss the importance of diversity and inclusion and how to become "creatively curious." Dr. James reveals why men often have an easier time pursuing success than women, and the importance of your attitude in achieving success. Dr. James also shares what leaders need to think about at this time when it comes to diversity and inclusion.

E294: Showcasing Disability in Film and Media Dec 30, 2021

Nic Novicki, actor, director and stand-up comedian, joins the program to discuss why he has decided to become a global advisor for Billion Strong, as well as the Easterseals Disability Film Challenge. Nic reveals why he started the film challenge, which gives filmmakers—with and without disabilities—the opportunity to collaborate to tell unique stories that showcase disability in its many forms.

E293: Adapting, Overcoming and Thriving- With Ali Ingersoll Dec 22, 2021

Ali Ingersoll, Executive Board Member of Alliance of Disability Advocates of North Carolina (ADANC), joins the program to discuss her journey, which includes becoming a disability advocate after a shallow water diving accident left her in a wheelchair in her late 20's. Ali reveals why she decided to become a board member of Billion Strong, and some of the ways that she will be contributing to the global community.

E292: Being Strong in the Skin You Are In: One Woman's Vitiligo Skin Journey Dec 15, 2021

Author Joti Gata-Aura joins the program to discuss her journey towards self-love and acceptance of vitiligo, a disease that causes loss of skin color in patches. Joti reveals her coping strategies and shares tips and techniques about how she transformed her life by supporting and inspiring others and becoming confident and strong in the skin she is in.

E291: Creating Equity in Home Ownership Dec 01, 2021

John Mallett, America's Mortgage Coach, joins the program to share his journey of how he got into the work that he does, and the importance of equity when it comes to being able to purchase a home. Discover how virtually anyone can buy a home, regardless of their background or circumstances.

E290: Creating a Global Apprenticeship Program Nov 17, 2021

This episode features an interview with Neil Milliken, global head of accessibility and inclusion at Atos, and Mark Wilcock, Global Accessibility Academy & Accessibility Knowledge Lead at Atos as they discuss how apprenticeship programs are helping Atos quickly bring in new and more diverse talent with the in-demand accessible technology skills they need.

E289: Protecting the Rights of People with Disabilities Nov 10, 2021

Colleen Miller, Executive Director of the disAbility Law Center of Virginia, joins the program to discuss the work that her organization does to advance independence, choice and self-determination; protect legal, human and civil rights; and eliminate abuse, neglect and discrimination of people with disabilities through zealous and uncompromising legal advocacy and representation.

E288: The Valuable 500- Putting Disability on the Business Leadership Agenda Nov 03, 2021

Crosby Cromwell, Chief Partnerships Officer for the Valuable 500, and Stephane Leblois, Director of Partnerships at the Valuable 500, join the program to outline the mission and vision of their organization, and the efforts that the Valuable 500 is making to ensure that disability is on the global business agenda. Discover the Valuable 500 campaign to get 500 national and multinational, private-sector corporations to be the tipping point for change and help unlock the social and economic value of people living with disabilities across the world.

E287: "Slow Tech" and and Creating Human-Scale Businesses Oct 27, 2021

Ruth Glendinning, Founder of Future Story Lab, a platform identifying & activating sense making tools for the unfolding future, joins the program. Ruth shares her journey of becoming passionate about inclusion and accessibility, and how being married to her late husband, who had a form of muscular dystrophy, activated that passion. She also shares the power of "slow tech" and how specific technology can be added to no- or low-tech community-based human-scale businesses to better equip them to thrive.

E286: Self-Care and the Great Resignation- Supporting People in the Workplace Oct 22, 2021

Dr. Kristen Allott and Natasha Duarte return to the program to discuss the importance of taking care of your body and your brain and share tips and insights for self-care. Kristen and Natasha also share their thoughts about the "great resignation" and how to help individuals process trauma and the support they need to return to the workplace.

E285: Accessibility at Yahoo Oct 13, 2021

Danise Olague, Senior Program Manager, Accessibility and Product Inclusion for Yahoo, joins the program to discuss her career journey and adjusting to having gradual vision loss. Discover the business case for accessibility and inclusion, and why Yahoo is embedding accessibility throughout their company. Danise also shares her thoughts about what companies will need to do to recruit and retain talent in the future.

E284: JCPenney's Fully Inclusive Clothing Lines Oct 06, 2021

In this episode you'll hear from Michelle Wlazlo, executive vice president and chief merchandising officer for JCPenney, as she discusses their Thereabouts brand, a new inclusive line of kids apparel that celebrates the diversity of shapes, sizes, styles, and abilities. You'll also hear about the efforts that JCPenney has made to create clothing that is adaptive and inclusive for adults as well as children.

E283: Making Computers Simpler and More Efficient for Everyone Sep 29, 2021

Gregg Vanderheiden, Professor and Director of the Trace R&D Center and Richard Streitz, COO of Ruh Global Impact join the program to discuss Morphic, a technology that makes computers easier and more accessible to use. Discover the unique features behind this powerful program and why it is so crucial to ensure that computers are accessible to all.

E282: Jewel Okwechime, Billion Strong Global Advisor and Country Partner Sep 22, 2021

Jewel Okwechime, global environmental leader and expert in change management strategies for oil and gas companies, joins the program to discuss her career journey and why she chose to become a global advisor and country partner for Billion Strong.

E281: The Power of Coaching- Finding Your “Golden Self” Sep 15, 2021

Emily Golden, Master Certified Coach, Speaker and Career Performance Expert, returns to the program to discuss her own journey of overcoming learning difficulties, as well as anxiety and depression, and how that journey informs the work that she does today. Discover the importance of normalizing challenges and how organizations can incorporate coaching into their workforce.

E280: Celebrating and Empowering Employees with Disabilities Sep 08, 2021

Kate Nash, Founder and Chief Executive of PurpleSpace, returns to the program to discuss the mission and vision of her organization and discuss details about #PurpleLightUp, a global movement that celebrates and draws attention to the economic contribution of the 386 million disabled employees around the world.

E278: Advancing Health and Human Rights for People in Pain Aug 25, 2021

Kate Nicholson, President & Founder, National Pain Advocacy Center, joins the program to discuss equity issues as they relate to pain management. Discover the connection between pain and disability, and the vulnerable populations that are adversely affected by pain.

E277: Unlocking Human Potential Through the Power of Art Aug 18, 2021

Contemporary expressionist painter Amadea Bailey discusses her career journey, and how she came to be a full-time artist after turning 50. Amadea reveals her artistic process and how meditation helps her to create. Discover the connection between spirituality and creativity.

E276: Life in the "New Normal"- Cultivating Compassion and Resilience Aug 11, 2021

In this episode, Debra is joined by her producer, Doug Foresta, as they discuss the challenges that people are facing in this "new normal" phase of the pandemic. Discover what we need to do to be compassionate with ourselves, and how to consistently engage in self-care.

E275: Inclusion of AAPI Individuals with Disabilities and Debunking the Model Minority Myth Aug 04, 2021

This special episode of Human Potential at Work features a panel of experts discussing the issue of bullying of Asian Americans and what companies can do to be inclusive towards the AAPI community with disabilities. You’ll also learn about SCADA, the Southern California Asian Deaf Association, why it was formed, and how it has benefited the Asian deaf community.

E274: The Kessler Foundation: Driving Positive Change for People with Disabilities Jul 29, 2021

Elaine Katz, Senior Vice President of Grants and Communications for the Kessler Foundation, joins the program to discuss how her organization drives positive change for people with disabilities. Discover how the Kessler Foundation conducts groundbreaking rehabilitation and disability employment research and fund innovative initiatives to provide access to job opportunities.

E273: Designing a Watch That Works for Everyone Jul 22, 2021

Hyungsoo Kim joins the program to discuss his journey of creating the Bradley Timepeace, which features raised hour markers that allow you to feel the time by touch.

Guided by the conviction that everyone has a right to time, Kim collaborated with designers and persons with vision impairments to create a watch that everyone—sighted or blind—can use and enjoy.

E272: The Special Olympics- Creating an Inclusion Revolution through the Power of Sports Jul 14, 2021

Meghan McLean, Senior Vice President, Sports, for the Special Olympics joins the program to discuss the history of the Special Olympics, and share details about the upcoming 2022 games. Discover the various events happening at the games and the preparation that goes into making sure that the games are a success.

E271: Changing the Narrative About Disability Jul 07, 2021

In this episode, Debra Ruh is joined by her producer, Doug Foresta, as they discuss Billion Strong, an identity and empowerment organization designed to bring the billions of voices of persons with disabilities together. Discover the mission and vision of Billion Strong and how to get involved.

E270: Creating Accessible Living Spaces Jun 30, 2021

Rosemarie Rossetti, Ph.D. joins the program to discuss her journey of becoming paralyzed after a tree fell down on her. She discusses her subsequent efforts to create a home that was accessible and reveals how she and her husband are on a personal mission to influence those associated with the housing industry, government policymakers, and the public at large, to address and meet the needs of all individuals, including those with lived experiences with disabilities.

E269: Mental Health in the Workplace- Showing Up Authentically, Supporting Workers Jun 24, 2021

Maria Scazzero joins the program to discuss how organizations can support individuals who face mental health challenges and shares her own journey of being diagnosed with ADHD and borderline personality disorder (BPD). Discover how to overcome stigma and how individuals diagnosed with mental illness can find support and live their truth.

E268: Taking Care of Our Emotions Jun 16, 2021

Psychologist, author, and coach Dr. Patti Ashley returns to the program, along with her daughter Elizabeth Herman, to discuss the importance of celebrating diversity and difference, and how to support our children in noticing their feelings and engaging in self-care. Discover how to activate your curiosity and creativity.

**E267: Technology, Diversity, and Accessibility: With BBC Producer Paul Carter** Jun 09, 2021
BBC Reporter and Senior Producer Paul Carter joins the program to discuss his career journey, and the work he does on Click, the BBC's flagship technology program broadcast around the world each week, 52 weeks a year. Discover how technology can change society, and the world.

E266: Creating Inclusive Branding Jun 02, 2021

Disability Inclusion Consultant, Speech and Language Pathologist, and Founder and CEO of The Resource Key, Jourdan Saunders, joins the program to discuss how to create inclusive branding. She also discusses the importance of advocating for social media platforms to be more accessible and inclusive.

E265: Advancing the Future of Adaptive Fitness and Health May 26, 2021

Matthew Ney, Founder of Kakana, joins the program to discuss how he launched Kakana, an accessible fitness platform focused on people with disabilities and advancing the future of adaptive fitness and health., and closing the product gap between the fitness industry and people with disabilities.

E264:Bridging the Gap Between the Physical and Mental Health Disability Communites May 20, 2021

Executive coach, author, speaker and consultant Drew Aversa joins the program to discuss his own journey with disability, including having a career ending injury while working as a firefighter. Drew shares his thoughts about bridging the gap between the physical health disability community and the mental health disability community, as well the need to honor and acknowledge invisible disabilities that are not mental-health related.

E263: Advancing and Strengthening the Rights and Opportunities of People with Disablities May 12, 2021

Andy Imparato, Tho Vinh Banh and Eric Harris from the Disability Rights California (DRC), join the program to discuss the history of their organization as well as their individual career journeys. Discover the importance of leveraging lawyers in terms of advancing the disability rights movement, and the need to embrace intersectionality.

E262: Representation Matters: Moving Beyond Stereotypes in Fiction and Life May 05, 2021

Bestselling author and human rights advocate Tara Moss joins the program to discuss her latest book, an internationally bestselling crime novel, The War Widow, and her unique process of developing the characters in that story. Discover the importance of being sensitive to accurate representations of diverse characters in stories. Tara also shares her own journey of being injured and living with chronic pain, and what’s she’s learned from that experience.

E261: Creating Accessible Air Travel Apr 29, 2021

Traveling on an airplane with a wheelchair is incredibly inaccessible and impossible for the millions of people around the world who use a wheelchair. Many do not even fly because of bad experiences and stories they have heard from others. Wheelchairs get damaged constantly and even sent to the wrong airport and airlines spend millions every year repairing them. In this episode, Michele Erwin, President of All Wheels Up, joins the program to discuss the work that her organization is doing to make air travel more accessible.

E260: Creating a Global Community for Disability Inclusion Apr 21, 2021

Debra Ruh is joined by LaMondre Pough, Chief Sustainability Officer at Ruh Global Impact, as they discuss the power of creating a global community to celebrate and empower people in the disability community. You'll hear about Billion Strong, a global community that is combining the efforts of people all over the world, and changing the narrative about disability and disability inclusion.

E259: The New Golden Rule: How to Achieve Your Goals By Treating Yourself Better Apr 15, 2021

Emily Golden, Master Certified Coach, Speaker and Career Performance Expert, joins the program to discuss her own disability journey, as well as raising a son with Tourette syndrome. Emily also talks about her new book "The New Golden Rule" and how you can close the gap between where you are and where you want to be, simply by putting yourself first.

E258: Optimizing Your Brain and Body Apr 07, 2021

Dr. Kristen Allott and Natasha Duarte join the program to discuss the connection between what we eat and our overall functioning. Discover the connection between food and mental health, and how to eat more mindfully.

E257: Ascending Adversity- With Mohammed Yousuf Mar 31, 2021

Mohammed Yousuf, Director, Office of Infrastructure, Safety and Asset Innovation, and Founder and President of the EquallyAble Foundation, joins the program to discuss his career journey and why representation matters. He also discusses his book Ascending Adversity, in which he discusses his story of being a polio survivor dealing with disability and discrimination.

E256: The Intersection of Mental Health and Disability Inclusion Mar 24, 2021

Lauren Presutti, LLMSW, psychotherapist and founder of River Oaks Psychology, joins the program to discuss the intersection of mental health and disability. Lauren discusses her own journey as a person with a disability, and the stereotypes and challenges she faced along the way. Discover the difference between the medical model of disability vs. the social model of disability, and the key questions we need to ask in order to create a more inclusive society.

E255: From Intent to Impact- Moving the Needle on Disability Inclusion Mar 17, 2021

In this episode Debra is joined by David Perez, CFO of Ruh Global Impact, as David shares his journey of being diagnosed with ADHD at a young age, and how he came to be involved with advocating for people with disabilities. David reveals some of the startling data about the unemployment rates of people with disabilities, and what needs to happen to create real change. Discover how to create a mindset shift and the unique gifts that people with disabilities bring to the workplace.

E254: Disability Inclusion at Verizon Media Mar 11, 2021

This episode features an interview with Kisiah Timmons, Principal Product Designer at Verizon Media, as she discusses the importance of disability inclusion in the workplace, particularly in the tech industry. Kisiah provides an overview of Verizon Media, and shares her journey for joining the accessibility team, and what it's been like working at Verizon Media compared to other companies and organizations she has worked for in the past. Kisiah, who is blind, also reveals what her overall experience has been like working in the tech industry.

E253: Building the Future and Supporting Human Potential Feb 24, 2021

Maya Zuckerman, speaker, writer and Chief Operating Officer at LUMAN, joins the program to discuss the work that LUMAN does to help unleash the human potential to create. Discover the work that LUMAN does to help create future-ready cultures, as well as creating leaders capable of thriving in times of transformation. Maya also shares her thoughts about the impact that new mobility technologies will have on persons with disabilities.

E252: Honoring the Whole Person and Removing Environmental Barriers to Inclusion Feb 17, 2021

Debra Ruh is joined by LaMondre Pough, Chief Sustainability Officer at Ruh Global Impact, as they discuss the importance of recognizing the value and worth of every individual, with all of their attributes. Discover the environmental barriers that create challenges for persons with disabilities, and how we can design a world that works for everyone.

E251: Adapting and Innovating in 2021 Feb 10, 2021

In this episode, Debra and her producer, Doug Foresta discuss the disruption that has happened over the past year, and how we can benefit from "creative disruption." Debra shares an example of how 2020 caused her to think differently about celebrating the holidays. Discover how to adapt to change and use it as a catalyst for innovation.

E250: Deepening our Connection with Ourselves and Others Feb 03, 2021

Intimacy Expert Allana Pratt returns to the program to discuss how to navigate our relationship with ourselves and others during these disruptive times. Discover the importance of compassion and curiosity. and how to frame challenges as an invitation for growth.

E249: Finding Resilience in Difficult Times Jan 27, 2021

In this episode, Debra Ruh is joined by her producer, Doug Foresta, as they discuss the topic of being resilient during times of adversity. Discover the difference between resilience and being "positive" and how to find joy even in times of sorrow. Debra also shares her own personal journey of navigating difficult times during the pandemic, and how she has coped.

E248: Staying Grounded and Living Authentically in the New Year Jan 20, 2021

Psychologist, author and coach Dr. Patti Ashley returns to the program, along with her daughter Elizabeth Herman, who is a school psychologist and parent coach, to discuss how to stay grounded in tumultuous times. They discuss the trauma of the recent events in Washington DC and the dangers of "toxic positivity."

E247: How to Navigate Peacefully Through Disruption Jan 13, 2021

Vernon Sankey and Katey Lockwood return to the program to share their thoughts about how to find peace in turbulent times, and how we can come together to create positive change. Vernon and Katey discuss how to make sure that you are putting your energy into activities that uplift yourself and humanity.

E246: A Young Entrepreneur's Journey of Creativity and Inclusion Jan 06, 2021

In this episode you'll hear from Iyaana Johson, also know as "Isis" as she discusses her business "Waist Beads by Isis", which was inspired by Black people, Black resilience and Black culture, and aims to bring the beauty of waist beads to the diaspora. Isis also discusses why she has chosen to major in political science and English, and how she plans to use her educational background to help create a more equitable and just society.

E245: Changing the World- With LaMondre Pough, Chief Sustainability Officer, Ruh Global Impact Jan 04, 2021

LaMondre Pough, Chief Sustainability Officer at Ruh Global IMPACT, joins the program to discuss his show, 3DVU, a podcast about relevant topics, addressed from three completely different perspectives. LaMondre also discusses his journey towards treating Spinal Muscular Atrophy, and an exciting new treatment that holds promise for halting and possibly even reversing symptoms.

E244: Closing the Gap- Connecting People with Disabilities to Employers Dec 21, 2020

James Emmett, Founder and CEO of James Emmett & Company, joins the program to discuss the work that his organization has done with Walgreens to develop a more inclusive workforce, particularly for individuals with intellectual disabilities. James also shares his thoughts about how to close the "great divide", that is, helping diverse talent connect with organizations that need them most.

E243: FDR and Disability Inclusion: Lessons from the 32nd U.S. President Dec 08, 2020

Mary Dolan, Executive Director of the FDR Memorial Legacy Committee, joins the program to discuss the history and purpose of the Committee. Discover the work that the organization is doing to educate and cultivate future leaders to uphold and expand FDR and Eleanor Roosevelt's principles of equality, opportunity, dignity, and perseverance.

E242: Supporting Inclusion in Armenia Nov 25, 2020

Sarah Stites, author, and communications specialist joins the program to discuss the Emili Aregak Center and the work they do to promote the inclusion and flourishing of youth with disabilities and their families in Gyumri through therapy, socialization, training, and labor market integration. Sarah also discusses the Aregak Bakery & Cafe, Armenia's first cafe to intentionally employ young adults with disabilities and their moms.

E241:Tech Blogger and Evangelist Robert Scoble on the Future of Tech Nov 18, 2020

Robert Scoble, blogger, technical evangelist, and author, joins the program to discuss technology trends and how tech will shape our lives in the future. Discover how emerging technologies can be used to assist with memory issues, as well as mental illness, as well as some of the challenges that future technologies will bring.

E240: Using Cutting-Edge Technology to Increase Mobility Nov 11, 2020

Rory Cooper, PhD, founder, and senior researcher at the University of Pittsburgh Human Engineering Research Labs (HERL) and a world-renowned expert in wheeled mobility and the pioneer in wheelchair selection and configuration, joins the program. Dr. Cooper discusses that efforts that are underway to increase the independence of people with spinal cord injury or disease (SCI/D) and equipping them with the skills necessary to operate new technology.

E239: The New World of Work- Accessibility in a Virtual World Nov 04, 2020

In this episode, Debra is joined by her producer, Doug Foresta, as they discuss what companies and organizations need to consider as more of their employees are working remotely. Debra shares what she's learned as a business owner and someone who has been on the forefront of using technology for good.

E238: Defining, Promoting and Improving the Accessibility Professional Globally Oct 28, 2020

This episode features an interview with Dr. Christopher Lee, Managing Director at the International Association of Accessibility Professionals (IAAP) and Sam Evans, Certification Manager at IAAP, as they discuss the history of their organization and the work that they do to define, promote and improve the accessibility profession. Discover some of the certifications that are available through the IAAP and the benefits of those certifications.

E237: Improving Your Relationship with Yourself and Others Oct 28, 2020

Intimacy Expert and global media personality Allana Pratt joins the program to discuss how improving our relationship with ourselves will help us improve our relationship with others. Allana reveals the heart of intimacy, and how we can keep our heart open, and stay connected to ourselves and others.

E236: Exceptional Parent Magazine: An Award Winning Publication For Persons with Disabilities and their Families Oct 21, 2020

Len Harac, publisher of Exceptional Parent Magazine, joins the program to discuss his publication, which provides practical advice, emotional support, and the most up-to-date educational information for families of children and adults with disabilities and special healthcare needs. Len discusses why they decided to make the magazine available in a digital format only, and the mission of the magazine.

E235: Parenting During a Pandemic Oct 16, 2020

Psychologist, author and coach Dr. Patti Ashley returns to the program, along with her daughter Elizabeth Herman, who is a school psychologist and parent coach, as they discuss some of the challenges that parents have faced with sending their children back to school during the COVID-19 pandemic. They also discuss the struggle that mothers have about not feeling "good enough" and the need for parents to have self-compassion.

E234: Understanding, Acknowledging and Overcoming Discrimination: With Lamondre Pough and Debra Ruh Oct 16, 2020

In this special episode of Human Potential at Work, Debra Ruh is joined by LaMondre Pough, Chief Sustainability Officer at Ruh Global Impact as they discuss the topic of discrimination. Discover the impact of discrimination both on individuals and on society as a whole, as well as the various forms of discrimination. LaMondre also shares his thoughts about the evolution that is happening as there is an increasing awareness of discrimination, and what needs to happen to create lasting change.

E233: Caring for Persons with Dementia and Alzheimer's- Safety Tips from a Law Enforcement Officer Oct 07, 2020

Tim Sutton, veteran law enforcement officer, disability advocate and trainer, and founder of A Better Understanding, joins the program to discuss his experience working with individuals with dementia and Alzheimer's disease. Tim shares some of the current laws regarding silver alerts, and safety tips for persons with dementia and Alzheimer's disease, and their caregivers.

E232: Neatebox- Providing Smart Solutions for a More Inclusive Society Sep 30, 2020

Gavin Neate, founder and CEO of Neatebox, joins the program to share his journey of how he came to found his company, and shares his vision for being part of a movement that encourages a more inclusive society. Discover how Neatebox provides smart solutions that help persons with disabilities with both communications and mobility.

E231: Finding Peace in Turbulent Times Sep 23, 2020

Vernon Sankey and Katey Lockwood join the program to discuss powerful concepts that can help you find peace even in midst of challenging times. Discover how to live a more fulfilled and enlightened life, and how to let go of thoughts and ideas that keep you from fully enjoying the present moment.

E230: Disability Inclusion in Entertainment- Shifting the Paradigm Sep 16, 2020

Actor and producer Andy Arias joins the program to share his amazing journey, which includes being born prematurely and weighing less than a pound at birth. Andy reveals how growing up in foster care with a disability shaped the person that he is today, and how he overcame challenges in his life. Discover the importance of humor and creativity for being resilient, as well as how hope can help us move forward.

E229: How Dell Supports Disability Inclusion Sep 09, 2020

Kristine Biagiotti-Bridges joins the program to discuss how being a working mom and raising a daughter with a disability has impacted her work life. She also reveals how Dell is supporting the parents of persons with disabilities and their allies.

E228: Being Kind to Ourselves and Others Sep 02, 2020

In this episode, Debra Ruh, CEO of Ruh Global Impact, is joined by her producer, Doug Foresta, as they discuss the need to be kind to ourselves and others, especially during an election year and the disruption caused by the COVID-19 pandemic. Discover how we can appreciate and tolerate differences, even if we don't always agree with each other.

E227: How to Heal From Grief and Loss Aug 26, 2020

Dr. Patti Ashley joins the program to discuss how she became involved in exploring grief and the healing process, including losing her father to a sudden heart attack when she was eleven years old. Discover the stages of grief, and how to navigate sadness. Dr. Ashley also debunks some common misconceptions that people have about grief, and the importance of giving yourself time and space to grieve.

E226: A 4-Step Process Towards Increasing Your Resilience Aug 18, 2020

Greg Hammer, MD, Professor at Stanford University School of Medicine, joins the program to discuss his new book "GAIN Without Pain: The Happiness Handbook for Health Care Professionals" and offers a path towards personal resilience. Discover the 4 step process towards happiness and increased resilience.

E225: Fighting for Face Equity Aug 12, 2020

James Partridge, Founder/Director of Face Equality International and Founder and Chief Executive of Changing Faces, a British charity supporting and representing children, young people, and adults who have disfigurements to the face, hands, or body, joins the program. James discusses his own story of having 40% burns to his face, upper body, arms, and hands in a car accident at the age of 18. He also discusses the work that his organization does to change public opinion and combat discrimination, and to help support those with a visual difference.

E224: The FCC and Disability Rights- Ensuring Accessible Communications Aug 05, 2020

Karen Peltz Strauss, former Federal Communications Commission’s (FCC) deputy bureau chief of the Consumer and Governmental Affairs Bureau, joins the program to share her journey of advocating for the full implementation of the 21st Century Communication and Video Accessibility Act of 2010, and the National Deaf-Blind Equipment Distribution program. Discover how the FCC's Disability Rights Office provides expert advice and assistance to other Commission bureaus and offices, consumers, industry and others on issues relevant to persons with disabilities.

E223: How Merck Incorporates Global Disability Inclusion into Their Business Jul 29, 2020

Don Watson, Vice President Global Workplace and Enterprise Services at Merck and Nora Vele, Executive Director of Compliance and Diversity & Inclusion for Merck, join the program to discuss the work that Merck is doing to incorporate business disability inclusion on a global basis. They also share their thoughts about Merck being named Employer of the Year by Disability:IN.

E222: Disability Inclusion-How Intel is Making a Difference Jul 23, 2020

Darryl Adams, Assistive Technology Program Manager at Intel, joins the program to discuss how he connects his passion for assistive technology innovation with Intel’s disability inclusion efforts to help others reach their full potential, regardless of ability.

E221: Creating Accessible and Engaging Videos Jul 15, 2020

Lily Bond, Senior Director of Marketing at 3Play Media, joins the program to discuss how her company uses a three-step captioning and transcription process that leverages technology and human editing to provide a uniquely high-quality, cost-effective captioning solution. Discover the importance of quality captioning, both from an accessibility and marketing perspective.

E220: Expanding Your Talent Pool with Alumni Talent Jul 08, 2020

James Sinclair, Chief Executive at EnterpriseAlumni, joins the program to discuss how companies and organizations can expand their talent pool through hiring alumni talent.

EnterpriseAlumni is the market-leading Alumni & Retiree Management Platform for the large enterprise enabling rapid acceleration of recruiting and sales programs. Powering the Alumni networks of the world's largest companies, educational institutions, and government agencies EnterpriseAlumni enables them to create engaging and vibrant Alumni communities.

E219: A Conversation About Accessibility and Cybersecurity Jul 01, 2020

Dr. Johannes Drooghaag joins the program to discuss the connection between accessibility and cybersecurity and what we need to think about when designing technology.

E218: Working for Business Disability Inclusion in Egypt and Beyond Jun 24, 2020

Amena EL-Saie, CEO & Co-founder at Helm Consulting in Egypt, shares her story of how she came to co-found Helm, and why it was important to her that the organization be self-sustainable vs. a charity or nonprofit. Discover the reforms that need to happen when it comes to inclusion, and how Helm is partnering with multinational corporations.

E217: A Better Understanding- Promoting Peaceful Interactions with First Responders Jun 17, 2020

In this episode, you'll hear from Tim Sutton, and the work that he is doing to promote peaceful interactions between individuals with disabilities and first responders, including law enforcement. Tim describes the challenges that can arise when first responders are interacting with persons with disabilities, and why training on various behaviors is essential for public safety officers, hospital personnel, educators, and anyone who interacts with the general public.

E216: A Conversation About Virtual Work, Accessibility and Tech for Good- Part One Jun 10, 2020

In this episode, Debra is joined by her producer, Doug Foresta, as they discuss what companies and organizations need to consider as more of their employees are working remotely. Debra shares what she's learned a business owner and someone who has been on the forefront of using technology for good.

E215: A Conversation About Racism, Accessibility, and the Value of Human Life Jun 03, 2020

LaMondre Pough, Chief Sustainability Officer at Ruh Global IMPACT, joins the program to discuss his thoughts about disability accessibility, racism in the United States, and how we privilege certain lives over others. LaMondre and Debra also discuss how discrimination is built into various systems and what needs to happen to create positive change.

E214: A Conversation with Mike Paciello, Founding Partner of The Paciello Group Jun 03, 2020

Mike Paciello, Founding Partner of The Paciello Group joins this episode of HPAW. Mike has been in the accessibility business since the mid-80's, both as a usability and accessibility engineer. In 2006, along with his friend and colleague Jim Tobias, he was appointed co-chair to the United States Federal Access Board's Telecommunications and Electronic and Information Technology Advisory Committee (TEITAC). In years past he has been involved in several well known accessibility ventures including ICADD, WAI, and WebABLE (his first official web site and start-up). Most recently, together with TVworldwide.com, he launched a new internet channel, WebABLE.tv, dedicated to building greater awareness about technology and people with disabilities.

E213: An Inclusive Approach to Physical Education and Sports Jun 02, 2020

Rebecca Foster, Principal Lecturer for Adapted Physical Education at the University of Worcester, joins the program to discuss the work that she has done creating an inclusive approach to PE and sports.

E212: Using Software for Social Good May 27, 2020

Betsy Beaumon, the CEO of Benetech, joins the program to discuss the work that her organization does to bridge the gap between the social sector and Silicon Valley by working closely with both communities to identify needs and software solutions that can drive positive social change. Discover accessibility initiatives in the education sector including Bookshare and The DIAGRAM Center.

E211: Thriving in Uncertain Times May 13, 2020

In this episode, Debra Ruh, CEO of Ruh Global Impact, is joined by her producer Doug Foresta, as they discuss how to thrive in times of uncertainty. They discuss the financial, emotional and physical toll that the COVID-19 pandemic has taken on the population, and how we can shape a better future together.

E210: Ensuring that Vulnerable Populations are Protected in Times of Crisis May 13, 2020

In this episode, Marcie Roth, Executive Director and CEO at World Institute on Disability, discusses the importance of making sure that vulnerable populations are protected during times of crisis, including during the COVID-19 pandemic. Discover why civil rights protections need to be maintained even during a disaster.

E209: A Conversation with Brian McCourt, Founder of The Able Channel May 06, 2020

Brian McCourt joins the program to discuss his journey of founding The Able Channel. Discover how the Able Channel is delivering inspiration, information, and innovation through highly relevant and highly produced video content for families meeting the challenges of disability and lifelong health concerns.

E208: Flipping the Narrative on Inclusion Apr 29, 2020

Elly Chapple joins the program to discuss the lessons she's learned from her greatest teacher; her daughter, Ella. Discover the work that Elly is doing to "flip the narrative" on inclusion.

E207: Inclusion in the Age of COVID-19 Apr 22, 2020

This episode features an interview with Ilene Zeitzer. Ilene retired from the U.S. government after 29 years of service. Prior to her retirement, she was the Social Security Administration's Special Assistant to the Deputy Commissioner for Disability & Income Security Programs and the Agency's expert on international disability programs and rehabilitation issues. Ilene discusses considerations about inclusion during the COVID-19 pandemic, and resources that are needed throughout the world.

E206: Highlighting Diverse Voices Apr 15, 2020

In this episode, Debra Ruh, CEO of Ruh Global Impact, is joined by her producer, Doug Foresta, as they discuss the importance of highlighting diverse voices in panel discussions, keynotes, and other platforms. Discover what we can do to ensure that everyone's voice is heard and why diversity benefits everyone.

E205: Creating an Inclusive Customer Experience Apr 08, 2020

Christine Hemphill, co-founder and Managing Director of Open Inclusion, joins the program to discuss her own journey towards getting to where she is in her career, and the importance of companies ensuring that their products are accessible to everyone, including persons with disabilities. Christine also shares her thoughts on the impact that the COVID-19 pandemic may have on organizations, and how employees may be impacted differently by the crisis.

E204: Why Disability Inclusion Matters More Then Ever- With Deb Dagit Apr 01, 2020

Deb Dagit, President of Deb Dagit Diversity, joins the program to share her own diversity story and how she came to found her own company, and discusses the lessons that she's learned along the way. Deb also reveals what she is most grateful for during the COVID-19 pandemic, and discusses steps that employers can take to be more inclusive.

E203: The Importance of Accessibility In Our Virtual World Mar 25, 2020

Adam Barrett from Access Social joins the program to discuss the work that his organization does to that people have digital accessibility. Discover the increasing importance of accessibility as more people work remotely during the COVID-19 pandemic.

E202: Creating Digital Accessibility for All Mar 18, 2020

Chris Law, President of Accessibility Track Consulting, joins the program to discuss the accessibility challenges that companies will be facing during the COVID-19 pandemic, and the steps that are needed to create real access for all. Discover the difficulties and opportunities that will arise as more employees work from home and how accessibility benefits everyone, not just persons with disabilities.

E201: Andy Imparato, Executive Director of Disability Rights California, on the Future of Disability Inclusion Mar 10, 2020

Andy Imparato, Executive Director of Disability Rights California, joins the program to discuss his journey as a disability activist. Andy shares his thoughts about focusing on interdependence vs. independence, and the kind of leadership that is needed to take the disability rights movement to the next level. Andy also shares the work that he is doing with corporations when it comes to disability inclusion.

E200: Transactional vs. Collaborative Relationships Mar 05, 2020

In this episode, Debra Ruh, CEO of Ruh Global Impact, is joined by her producer, Doug Foresta, as they discuss how to have a collaborative relationship with your customers. Discover do's and don'ts when it comes to relationship building, and how to partner with your customers in order to achieve positive outcomes.

E199: Can We Change The World? Feb 27, 2020

Debra Ruh, CEO of Ruh Global Impact, is joined by her producer, Doug Foresta, as they discuss how people and corporations can help change the world. Discover what you can do to make a difference, and the commitment that we need from organizations to create global change.

E198: The Power of Disability- With Al Etmanski Feb 20, 2020

Al Etmanski, community organizer, social entrepreneur and author, joins the program to discuss his journey and story of being a parent activist and the evolution of his work. Discover the power of disability, and how to survive and thrive in a complex and uncertain world.

E197: Pushing the Boundaries of Inclusive Lifestyle, Travel and Business Feb 12, 2020

Deborah Davis joins the program to discuss the ways in which she is helping to push the boundaries of inclusive travel, design and living. She also discusses how her company helps empower persons with disabilities through authentic photo modeling.

E196: Inclusion Branding- Lessons From Amtrak Feb 05, 2020

Debra Ruh, CEO of Ruh Global Impact, is joined by Doug Foresta, producer of Human Potential at Work, as they discuss a recent incident where Amtrak was initially going to charge $25,000 for two individuals who were wheelchair users to ride on their train. The event was ultimately resolved, but Debra and Doug discuss what happened, and the takeaways for corporations.

E195: The Nippon Foundation- Creating Social Change and Social Innovation Jan 29, 2020

Mr. Ichiro Kabasawa, Executive Director of the Nippon Foundation, joins the program to discuss the work that the foundation does to further social change and innovation. He discusses the various ways in which the Nippon Foundation is supporting disabled people to live dignified, fulfilling lives in which their latent talents and possibilities can fully develop.

E194: The Business Benefits of Disability Inclusion Jan 16, 2020

Martyn Sibley, CEO of Disability Horizons, discusses the bottom line impact that disability inclusion has on businesses and brands. He reveals how brands can start on their journey towards inclusion, and addresses some of the fears that keep them from getting started.

E193: New Years Message from Debra Ruh- Challenges and Opportunities in 2020 Jan 08, 2020

As we begin the new year and new decade, Debra Ruh, CEO of Ruh Global Impact, reflects on the past year, and shares what she is most excited about for the coming year. She also shares her thoughts about some of the potential challenges for 2020 and beyond and how we can address them.

E192: Meet Dave Steele, The Blind Poet Dec 26, 2019

Dave Steele, award-winning poet, author, public speaker, singer, and advocate for the blind, joins the program to share his story and journey. He also reads some of his poetry on-air! Don't miss this moving special holiday episode.

E191: Financial Empowerment for Persons with Disabilities Dec 18, 2019

Crystal C. Rivera, Program Officer for Special Projects at the NYC Department of Consumer and Worker Protection’s Office of Financial Empowerment, joins the program to discuss the importance of financial empowerment for persons with disabilities. Discover why self-advocacy and empowerment are the first steps to achieving true independence, and shares details about EmpoweredNYC, a public/private initiative that offers free, tailored and confidential one-on one financial counseling to New Yorkers with disabilities and their families.

E190: Caregiving- Stories, Challenges and Opportunities Dec 12, 2019

This episode features an interview with Rosemary Musachio, Chief Accessibility Officer at Ruh Global Impact, and LaMondre Pough, Chief Sustainability Officer at Ruh Global Impact, as they share their personal and professional perspective on caregiving. You'll hear powerful stories from Lamondre and Rosemary about their good and not-so-good experiences with caregivers and some of the systemic changes that need to happen in order to improve the quality of caregiving for persons with disabilities. LaMondre also reveals a new media initiative that will highlight and amplify diverse voices.

E189: A.I. and Accessibility Dec 05, 2019

In this special episode, Debra Ruh is interviewed by her producer, Doug Foresta, as she discusses the importance of including the community of persons with disabilities in the conversation about artificial intelligence. Discover some of the ways in which A.I. will impact job development, the economy, and even the criminal justice system.

E188: Reducing Mental Health Stigma for Cancer Survivors Nov 27, 2019

Rebecca Palpant Shimkets returns to the program to discuss the work that she is doing around reducing the stigma of mental illness particularly for cancer survivors, and addresses myths and misconceptions about cancer survivorship. Discover some of the unique challenges that cancer survivors face when it comes to mental health, and why additional support is needed for survivors after they have completed cancer treatments.

E187C: Huawei Technologies- Bringing The Benefits of Technology To Everyone- Part 3 Nov 26, 2019

Debra is joined by Tim Danks, Vice-President of Risk Management and Partner Relations at Huawei Technologies. Discover the challenges and opportunities that come along with emerging 5G technologies, how Huawei is creating a global supply chain, and the need to work collaboratively and cooperatively on developing standards for critical infrastructure.

E187B: Huawei Technologies- Bringing The Benefits of Technology To Everyone- Part 2 Nov 26, 2019

Debra is joined by Tim Danks, Vice-President of Risk Management and Partner Relations at Huawei Technologies. Discover the challenges and opportunities that come along with emerging 5G technologies, how Huawei is creating a global supply chain, and the need to work collaboratively and cooperatively on developing standards for critical infrastructure.

E187A: Huawei Technologies- Bringing The Benefits of Technology To Everyone- Part 1 Nov 26, 2019

Debra is joined by Tim Danks, Vice-President of Risk Management and Partner Relations at Huawei Technologies. Discover the challenges and opportunities that come along with emerging 5G technologies, how Huawei is creating a global supply chain, and the need to work collaboratively and cooperatively on developing standards for critical infrastructure.

E186: The Kaleidoscope Society- An Empowering Community for and by Women with ADHD Nov 21, 2019

This episode features an interview with Margaux Joffe, an award-winning producer and Associate Director of Accessibility & Inclusion at Verizon Media, a Global Media Company with brands such as Yahoo, AOL, Tumblr Huffpost, TechCrunch and MAKERS. Margaux discusses the Kaleidoscope Society, a community that she founded for women with ADHD.

E185: Creating Accessible Education Resources Nov 13, 2019

Jonathan Thurston, Head of Accessibility, Director of Product Management at Pearson, joins the program to discuss the work that Pearson has done to create accessible education resources. Discover industry trends, as well as challenges and opportunities when it comes to creating content and finding partners.

E184: Overcoming Insecurity, Embracing Ourselves and Finding Acceptance Nov 07, 2019

Kunal Mahajan, Vice President, Leveraged Finance / Financial Sponsors at Sumitomo Mitsui Banking Corporation, joins the program. As a child growing up, Kunal began stuttering at the age of three and continued to stutter throughout his life. Kunal shares his journey of spending much of his life feeling insecure about his stutter and struggling to gain acceptance. Kunal shares tips about what to keep in mind when speaking to someone with a stutter, and lessons he has learned from his own journey.

E183: Creating a Community of Practice Oct 31, 2019

Nick Corby, Director at Equal International, joins the program to discuss his experience co-creating the Disability Consultant's Group, and what led him to create the group. Nick shares his thoughts on the challenges and opportunities facing those doing disability inclusion work, and the benefits of creating a community of practice.

E182: Making Technology Accessible and Easier To Use Oct 24, 2019

This episode features an interview with Dr. Gregg Vanderheiden, Professor in the School of Information Studies (iSchool) at the University of Maryland, College Park, and Director of the Trace Research & Development Center at the University of Maryland. Dr. Vanderheiden is the principal investigator of the Rehabilitation Engineering Research Center on Information Technology Access, and a co-principal investigator for the RERC on Telecom Access funded by the National Institute on Disability and Rehabilitation Research.

Most recently, Dr. Vanderheiden initiated and co-leads an international effort to create a Global Public Inclusive Infrastructure (GPII) that focuses on lowering the cost to develop, deploy and support access technologies and to make special access features available on demand, anywhere, any time, on any device.

E181: Changing The Way Society Perceives Disability Oct 16, 2019

This episode features an interview with Shaholly Ayers , Model, Activist, Brand Ambassador for Global Disability Inclusion, and Meg O'Connell, CEO and Founder, Global Disability Inclusion. Shaholly shares her story of breaking into the modeling industry as a person with a visible disability, and the work that she is doing to change the way that society views and perceives persons with disabilities. Meg shares her thoughts on the work her company is doing to break down the barriers of exclusion.

E180: A Global Movement Putting Disability On The Business Leadership Agenda Oct 09, 2019

This episode features an interview with Caroline Casey. Caroline is the founder of The Valuable 500, BINC, Kanchi and the O2 Ability Awards, and is also an international speaker and adventurer. A social entrepreneur, Caroline set up The Aisling Foundation (known today as Kanchi) in 2000, with the aim of changing the way people think about disability.

In this episode, Caroline discusses the importance of accountability for leaders and the need for leaders to tackle disability inclusion in every organization. She also reveals her own journey towards becoming a business disability inclusion advocate.

E179: Empowerment, Fashion and Inclusivity- With Samanta Bullock Oct 02, 2019

This episode features an interview with Samanta Bullock, Activist, Ambassador, Model & Influencer.

Dedicated to inclusivity and with a background in fashion, Samanta is actively seeking to improve the presence of minorities in the media, with personal projects and collaborative campaigns geared towards raising awareness.

Sam has been a paraplegic wheelchair user since 1992, after being struck by a bullet in Brazil as a teenager. Undeterred by her obstacle, the model and sportswoman continued to work in fashion, fronting brand campaigns, featuring in magazines and modelling collections on the catwalk.

Samanta discusses some of the unique challenges of inclusive fashion design, as well as the challenges and opportunities of her work in general.

E178: Smart Cities- Using Data and Technology to Make Cities More Inclusive and Efficient Sep 25, 2019

This episode features an interview with Karen Tamley, Commissioner for the Mayor’s Office for People with Disabilities (MOPD) under the Mayor of Chicago. Discover the ways in which we can use technology and data to make cities more inclusive and accessible to all.

E177: Climate Change and Inclusion Sep 19, 2019

In this episode, Debra Ruh is joined by her producer, Doug Foresta, as they discuss the connection between climate change, climate action, and disability inclusion. Discover the connection between climate action and inclusion, and the important role that we all need to play in creating positive change.

E176: The Impact of Disruption- Part Two Sep 11, 2019

In the second part of this two-part series, Debra continues the conversation with Doug Foresta about the impact of technological and social disruption. They discuss trends as well as what organizations can do to stay ahead of the curve.

E175: Meet Architect, Accessibility Specialist and Paralympian, Ileana Rodriguez Sep 04, 2019

This episode features an interview with Ileana Rodriguez. Ileana was born and raised in Matanzas, Cuba where she was diagnosed at the age of 13 with a malformation of the spine that left her paralyzed from the waist down. In the year 2000 she moved to United States with her family looking for better medical treatments than those offered in Cuba.

Ileana shares her story of going to college and eventually pursuing her passion of swimming and participating in the London Paralympic Games in 2012.

Today Ileana is the founder of I Design Access, LLC, a design and accessibility consultancy for architects and clients that see inclusion and accessibility at the core of their business.

E174: Disabling Limitations- The Garrison Redd Project Aug 28, 2019

This episode features Garrison Redd. Garrison is a motivational speaker, model, fashion designer, entrepreneur, and an advocate for equal rights. Growing up, he excelled scholastically and athletically, scoring in the top 3 percentile in school and playing various sports. In his senior year in high school, Garrison was shot in the back and suffered spinal damage that left him unable to walk. Rather than feeling sorry for himself, Garrison focused on the bigger picture of overcoming adversity and inspiring others. In 2017, he founded TheGarrisonReddProject to provide individuals with assistance in the community, the workplace, transportation, education and any other issues that are overlooked.

E173: The Impact of Disruption- Part One Aug 21, 2019

In the first part of a 2-part conversation, Debra is joined by her producer, Doug Foresta, as they discuss the impact of disruption on the conversation about accessibility. Discover some of the positives and negatives of disruption and how companies are adapting to change.

E172: Be My Eyes- An App That is Bringing Sight To People Who are Blind and Visually Impaired Aug 14, 2019

Alexander Hauerslev Jensen, CCO of Be My Eyes joins the program. Be My Eyes is a free mobile app designed to bring sight to the blind and visually impaired. With the press of a button, the app establishes a live video connection between blind and visually impaired users and sighted volunteers and company representatives. With over 2.2 million users across 150 countries, Be My Eyes has grown to become the largest online community for the blind and visually impaired.

E171: Finding Your Inner Voice- The Power of Employee Resource Groups Aug 07, 2019

Jeff Wissel, Co-Lead of the Fidelity Office of Customer Accessibility at Fidelity Investments, joins the program to discuss the impact that Fidelity Enable Employee Resource Group has had for helping employees with disabilities to find their inner voice. He also shares takeaways and lessons learned from his experiences so far.

E170: Human-Centric Technology- With Frances West Jul 31, 2019

This episode features an interview with Frances West, an internationally recognized thought leader, keynote speaker, strategy advisor and women-in-technology executive. Discover what it takes to integrate technology and humanity.

E169: Why We Should Treat Accessibility Like Pollution Jul 24, 2019

Neil Milliken, Global Head of Accessibility for Atos, and co-founder of AXSChat, joins the program to discuss the social and economic cost of failing to make products and services accessible to persons with disabilities. He also reveals why we should treat a lack of accessibility like pollution, and what that would mean for companies.

E168: Making a Legislative Impact- with Ruh Global Impact COO Richard J. Streitz Jul 17, 2019

Ruh Global Impact COO Richard Streitz joins the program to discuss the successful efforts to delay CA bill AB1395, a bill regarding the collection of information from smart speaker devices. There was concern that the bill would potentially have a negative impact on people with disabilities and that further study was needed before potentially passing the bill.

E167: Virtual Relationships- Are they Real? Jul 10, 2019

Debra is joined by her producer Doug Foresta as they discuss virtual relationships, and the pros and cons of connecting with others online. Listen in as Doug and Debra share their thoughts on whether virtual relationships are "real".

E166: The Power of People with Disabilities to Increase Profits and Brand Presence Jul 03, 2019

Steve McEvoy has lived with spastic diplegia cerebral palsy and learning disabilities since birth, and currently works as a consultant helping persons with and without disabilities. In this episode, Steve shares his conviction that economic empowerment, proactive support, a solid professional network and education, are the four tools people with disabilities need to secure benefits-eligible employment.

E165: Disability Inclusion in HIgher Education Jun 26, 2019

Speaker, Educator, and Disability Inclusion Advocate, Edmund Asiedu, joins the program, to discuss disability inclusion in higher education. Edmund is the Assistant Director of Career Services for Columbia University Mailman School of Public Health.

E164: Technology and Mental Health Jun 19, 2019

In this episode, Debra and Doug Foresta, producer of Human Potential at Work, discuss trends in mental health, and challenges that arise both in and out of the workplace. They also share their thoughts about what employers can do to encourage mental wellness and some of the biggest challenges and opportunities that technology poses to our emotional well-being.

E163: Disable The Label- Overcoming Stigma and Barriers in Mental Health Jun 13, 2019

Sarah P. Hancock, psychiatric recovery consultant, certified rehabilitation counselor, podcaster and author, joins the program to discuss her own mental health journey, and the work she does today helping others to move beyond stigmatizing labels and achieve recovery.

E162: Bridging The Gap Between Disability and Business Jun 06, 2019

Deb Russell, founder of Deb Russell, Inc, joins the program to discuss a model that bridges the gap between disability and business, and how to create a win for everyone involved. Discover how to create productive partnerships between business and the disability communities.

E161: The Journey From Reactivity To Awakened Humans May 29, 2019

Garry Turner joins the program to discuss his journey of being bullied when he was younger, and how that helped him develop more empathy for himself and others. He reveals the power of vulnerability and explores what it means to be truly human.

E160: UP Academy- Rethinking Inclusion Education May 22, 2019

Tanya Sheckley joins the program to share her powerful story of how her daughter Eliza inspired her to found UP Academy, a progressive elementary lab school in San Mateo, California. The school will have a mix of students with and without disabilities, and encourages students' sense of wonder and curiousity by focusing on their academic, emotional and physical growth through a differentiated learning and project-based curriculum.

E159: ADHD and Creativity May 15, 2019

Jason Swenk joins the program to discuss the connection between ADHD and creativity, and the mindset shift that we need to make when it comes to how schools respond to students with ADHD. He also talks about the power of social media and his journey of growing his own multi-million dollar agency, and the work his does today helping digital agency owners grow their business.

E158: Advancing Disability Inclusion in the Global Business Conversation May 08, 2019

Peter Torres Fremlin joins the program to discuss the work that he does internationally on disability rights, as well his interest in languages, equality, and culture. Peter also reveals why having a disability makes him great at his job.

E157: Preventing Young People From Getting Involved in Cyber Crime May 01, 2019

Detective Sergeant Shelton Newsham joins the program to discuss the innovative work that they are doing in the UK around cybercrime prevention. He has over 17 Years’ experience in law enforcement and is currently a manager at the Yorkshire and Humber Regional Cyber Crime Unit.

Shelton works alongside UK Government agencies, international law enforcement and investigation teams dealing with new attack vector’s. He works at identifying new social engineering tactics and provides Cyber security advice for staff and decision makers alike. Shelton works alongside academia and the community to identify the gifted security experts of the future with a view of educating, developing, supporting them to enhance their skills.

E156: My Life, My Hope- With Sarah Todd Hammer Apr 24, 2019

Sarah Todd Hammer joins the program to discuss her journey, which includes becoming paralyzed from the neck-down at age 8 due to a rare neuroimmune disorder called Transverse Myelitis that damages the spinal cord. Since that time, Sarah has recovered the ability to walk and partial use of her arms and hands, and has gone on to write 3 books and is a dancer and choreographer.

E155: Meet Susan Scott-Parker, CEO and Founder of Business Disability International Apr 16, 2019

Susan Scott-Parker, CEO and Founder of Business Disability International, joins the program to discuss the pioneering work that she has done, including the creation of a benchmark that measures corporate performance on disability as it affects an entire business. Discover the "Valuable 500", the global movement putting disability on the business leadership agenda.

E154: Ten Feet Tall- An Interview with Empowerment Speaker and Gen Z Activitist Brandon Farbstein Apr 10, 2019

This episode features an interview with Brandon Farbstein. Diagnosed with a rare form of dwarfism at the age of 2, Brandon stands at 3’9” – making his life’s journey full of adversity, strength, and impact. after feeling invisible and without a purpose for the first 15 years of his life. He discovered his calling on the tedx stage, and suddenly realized his life’s meaning: to change the lens through which people see their world. Brandon discusses the lessons he's learned from his journey so far and his vision for the future.

E153: Stepchild, A New Musical With a Deaf Heroine Apr 03, 2019

This episode features an interview with David James Boyd & Chad Kessler, co-creators of the play Stepchild, along with producer Kori Rushton and associate producer Shelly Guy.

About the play:

Inspired by the classic tale of Cinderella, “Stepchild” tells the story of Orella, a deaf girl coming of age during the Italian Renaissance. After a mysterious fortune teller teaches her how to communicate using sign language, Orella discovers a joyous new world. Her bliss is soon shattered by the ignorant and fear-mongering King Octavio, who ruthlessly punishes anyone that dares to embrace what makes them “different.” With her kingdom rapidly succumbing to prejudicial fears, Orella must dig deep for inner strength to combat darkness and save her people from tyranny.

It is believed that American Sign Language (ASL) is the THIRD most commonly used language in the United States. However, the long, grim and extraordinary path towards modern Deaf culture is hardly common knowledge. Through the eyes of a Deaf heroine, this underrepresented historical topic is given a Gothic folktale spin in this sweeping story of empowerment.

E152: 5 Generations at Work in Siemens Mar 27, 2019

Rob Neuhauser, EVP and Global Head of Seimens People and Leadership, joins the program to discuss the challenges and opportunities that come with leading 5 generations in their workforce, and the work that they have done around unconscious bias.

E151: American Foundation for the Blind- Expanding Possibilities for People with Vision Loss Mar 20, 2019

Kirk Adams, American Foundation for the Blind's President and CEO, joins the program to discuss how they are expanding possibilities for people with vision loss. He reveals the shift away from a medical model of serving people who are blind and vision impaired, and how their efforts fit into the larger conversation about inclusion in the workforce. Discover the benefits of developing a diverse talent pool.

E150: How The Arc Supports Disability Inclusion and Inclusive Workplaces Mar 13, 2019

Stephane Leblois, Manager of Program Innovations at The Arc's national office and Jonathan Lucus, Managing Director of The Arc@Work at The Arc of the United States, join the program to discuss how they support disability inclusion in the workforce. They reveal both national and global efforts, and what inclusive employment looks like.

E149: Tapping The Valuable Labor Pool of Persons Who Are Deaf and Hard-of-Hearing Mar 06, 2019

John Macko, Director of the Center on Employment, National Technical Institute for the Deaf, joins the program to discuss the value that persons who are deaf or hard-of-hearing bring to the workplace, and how the National Technical Institute prepares their students for the jobs of tomorrow, and connects students to employers.

E148: When Dementia Comes Knocking On Your Door, Turn On The Music Feb 27, 2019

Ignar Rip joins the program to discuss how to help people with dementia to live their lives to the fullest. He also reveals the role that music can play in retrieving memories and why playing music is especially important with early onset dementia.

E147: The Problem of Representation Feb 20, 2019

Debra is joined by her producer, Doug Foresta, as they discuss the issue of representation- who should represent the disability community and other communities? Do you have to be a member of a community to speak for that community? And how can we lend our platform to others so that they can share their stories? Debra and Doug discuss all this and more in this episode.

E146: Facilitating The Journey of Humans to Human Resources Feb 13, 2019

Ketan Kapoor B, TEDx Speaker, and Co-Founder & Principal Consultant at Career At Top Consultancy Services joins the program to discuss the work that he does connecting talent to meaningful work.

E145: How Technology Can Help Uplift Humanity Feb 06, 2019

Dr. Blanck is University Professor at Syracuse University, which is the highest faculty rank granted to eight prior individuals in the history of the University. He is Chairman of the Burton Blatt Institute (BBI) at Syracuse University.

Dr. Blanck joins the program to discuss the benefits of universal design for all, the non-monolothic nature of the disability community, and the role that artificial intelligence, IOT and robotics can play in uplifting humanity.

E144: Interview With The Kennedy Center's VSA Emerging Young Artist Prize Winners Jan 30, 2019

This episode features an interview with Kip Henderson, a 2018 VSA Emerging Young Artist, Victoria Dugger, first prize recipient for the 2016 VSA Emerging Young Artist and Betty Siegel, Director of VSA & Accessibility at the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts. Kip and Victoria discuss how their experiences have influenced their work and their vision as artists.

E143: Garrett's Fight- Interview with MMA Athlete Garrett Holeve Jan 23, 2019

This episode features an interview with MMA Fighter Garrett Holeve and his father Mitch Holeve, as they discuss Garrett's battle to be allowed to compete as an athlete with Down Syndrome. Discover the work they are doing to help people of all abilities to be healthier and more fit.

E142: Creating A Global Framework for Disability Inclusion Jan 16, 2019

Brendan Roach, Senior Disability Consultant at Business Disability Forum, joins the program to discuss global disability accessibiliity and how he is working with business and government in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia to improve business disability confidence. Discover the need for creating a global framework when it comes to disability inclusion.

E141: Meet Minda Dentler, The First Female Wheelchair Athlete to Complete the Ironman World Championship Jan 09, 2019

In this episode, you'll hear from Minda Dentler, as she shares her inspiring story of becoming the first female wheelchair athlete to complete the Ironman World Championship. Minda shares tips for developing the proper mindset for success, and how to set goals, get past fear and conquer your own "personal Ironman."

E140: Broadening The Conversation Around Disability Accessiblity Jan 02, 2019

Judy Heumann, internationally recognized leader in the disability community, joins the program to discuss her journey of advocating for accessibility for disabled persons and the need to broaden the conversation towards a human rights model that ensures that all people are able to access the help they need to reach their full human potential.

E139: Overcoming the Stigma of Depression Dec 26, 2018

Al Levin joins the program to discuss the need to have open conversations about depression, and how to overcome stigma. Al shares his own journey of recovering from major depressive disorder and how he helps others, including hosting his own podcast, The Depression Files. Discover the changes that need to happen in order to ensure that everyone has access to treatment.

E138: Interview with Lori Golden, Ernst & Young's Abilities Strategy Leader Dec 19, 2018

Lori Golden from Ernst & Young joins the program to discuss the importance of recognizing mental health needs in the workplace and shares takeaways from the company's initiatives. Discover what organizations and individuals can do to help all people fully participate and contribute to making our world a better place.

E137: Comedian Josh Blue on Breaking Down the Stereotypes of Persons with Disabilities Dec 12, 2018

Josh Blue, comedian and winner of "Last Comic Standing" joins the program to discuss how he got started in comedy, his thoughts on "inspirational porn" and advice to others with disabilities about how to live your best life. Josh shares practical tips with his trademark sense of humor- you will not want to miss this episode!

E136: #PurpleLightUp- Celebrating International Day of Disabled Persons with Kate Nash Nov 30, 2018

Kate Nash, CEO and creator of PurpleSpace joins the program to discuss the #PurpleLightUp campaign in celebration of the International Day of Disabled Persons. Discover how you can participate in this unified global call to action.

E135: Mental Health and Human Potential Nov 21, 2018

Doug Foresta, therapist and producer of Human Potential at Work, joins the program to discuss the 3 biggest obstacles that keep us from living our full potential. He also shares tips about how to tap into the power of your brain to calm anxiety and relieve stress.

E134: Disability Opportunities In Latin America Nov 14, 2018

David Perez, Chief Global Strategist for Ruh Global Communications, joins the program to discuss progress towards disability inclusion in Latin America, and what the rest of the world can learn from efforts in the region. Discover the connection between corporate accessibility initiatives and higher revenues, as well as how to build community and create positive change.

E133: #HackAccessDublin with Janice Valentine Nov 07, 2018

Janice Valentine, founder of #HackAccessDublin, joins the program to discuss her event which brings together engineers, developers, designers, urban innovators, entrepreneurs and anyone interested in innovation, with the objective of making Dublin inclusive to people of all abilities by hacking the obstacles to access.

E132: Making Wales a Leading Nation for Disability Inclusion in the Workplace Oct 31, 2018

Our guest this week is Julian John, Managing Director of Delsion, a people and development consultancy that focuses on supporting organizations around learning, development and inclusion. Julian discusses how companies can manage people as individuals, uncover employee's strengths and meet their individual needs. Discover a five step approach to inclusion and learn how to gain traction within an organization.

E131: The Power of Purpose and Happiness for Improving Outcomes In Success and Health Oct 24, 2018

Jaya Jaya Myra, Author & Wellness Lifestyle Expert, joins the program to discuss the importance of purpose for improving health outcomes. She discusses how discovering and living her own meaning and purpose helped her face a health crisis of her own, and shares tools and techniques to help you reach your full potential. Discover the role that food plays in perspective and mood and how to stay inspired and motivated on a daily basis.

E130: Herbal Essences - Interactive and Accessible Packaging Design Oct 17, 2018

Sumaria Latif joins the program to discuss the work that Herbal Essenses is doing to creating interactive and accessible packaging design. Sumaria is a Special Consultant for Inclusive Design at Procter & Gamble, and she is helping to identify opportunities where Herbal Essences (and P&G as a whole) can transform products, packaging, and services to touch the lives of more consumers more completely.

E129: The Frontier of Accessibility- With Dr. Chris Law Oct 10, 2018

Dr. Chris Law, President and owner of Accessibility Track, joins the program to discuss his work helping to lead developments in the field of organization-wide approaches to accessibility. He reveals what he calls the frontier of accessibility- which is getting decision makers to incorporate the needs of persons with disability in their design thinking.

E128: Helping Youth With Disabilities Find Their Voice Oct 03, 2018

Gagan Chhabra, ABD, joins the program to discuss his own journey of growing up with a vision impairment, and how he was able to step outside of the preconcieved notions of what was possible for his life. He also discusses what the research says about the challenges that youth with disabilities face, even in more technologically advanced countries.

E127: Fostering Collaboration and Action Around Accessible Technology Sep 29, 2018

Josh Christianson from from the Partnership on Employment & Accessible Technology joins the program to discuss the work that the organization is doing to foster collaboration and action around accessible technology in the workplace. Discover how accessible technology benefits people of all abilities and how technology can impact the retention of persons with disabilities in the workplace.

E126: Promoting Empathy and Empowering Future Leaders Sep 19, 2018

Seth Rosenzweig, CEO of Team Impact, joins the program to discuss the work that they are doing to provide support for children diagnosed with a life-threatening or chronic illness and their families.

Team IMPACT brings together two of Seth's passion areas; improving the quality of life for children battling serious and chronic illness and transforming and empowering a generation of future leaders to positively change the world.

E125: Cyberpsychology and Digital Mental Health- With Therapist Nicole Amesbury Sep 12, 2018

Therapist Nicole Amesbury joins the program to discuss the impact that technology and social media has on our mental health. Discover the pros and cons of technology and what we need need to be mindful of when it comes using technology in a responsible and positive manner.

E124: Catalina Devandas- the first UN Special Rapporteur On the Rights of Persons With Disabilities Sep 05, 2018

Catalina Devandas joins the program to discuss her unique role as the first UN Special Rapporteur on the rights of persons with disabilities. Discover the international perspective on disability inclusion and how disability inclusion work ties into the United Nation's SDG's (Sustainable Development Goals).

E123: Dr. Shoshana Ungerleider, Executive Producer of End Game on Netflix Aug 29, 2018

Dr. Shoshana Ungerleider, Executive Producer of the documentary "End Game" on Netflix, joins the program to discuss the need for additional education and policies changes around end-of-life issues. She discusses why so often, people aren't dying in ways that match their goals and values, and what physicians can do to help patients make informed decisions.

E122: Digital Inclusion and The Future of Work- With Mike Gifford Aug 22, 2018

Mike Gifford, Founder and President of OpenConcept Consulting Inc, joins the program to discuss the work he has been doing in the area of web accessibility and the importance of that work. Discover how Mike was able to tackle issues of web accessibility through a powerful software tool and how assistive technology will actually help with machine learning and AI.

E121: Dr. Nasser Siabi- A Global Leader In Tackling Discrimination Against Persons With Disabilities Aug 15, 2018

Dr. Nassar Siabi joins the program to discuss his journey of empowering persons with disabilities. For his work, he has been awarded an OBE in 2010 for his contribution in helping over 250,000 disabled people transition from education into work and received the lifetime achievement award from the National Diversity Awards in 2015.

E120: Promoting Disability Employment in Guatemala Aug 08, 2018

Amanda Blackwell, founder and President of the Board at Digna International, joins the program to discuss the work that her organization does to increase the respect, equality of rights, and human dignity of persons with special needs in Guatemala. Amanda describes her amazing journey of moving to Guatemala as a speech therapist without being able to speak Spanish, and going on to found Dinga, which now serves as a model of excellence and generator of social transformation in the area of inclusion of people with special needs in the work setting in Guatemala and beyond.

E119: Business Disability Forum- With Diane Lightfoot Aug 01, 2018

Diane Lightfoot, CEO of Business Disability Forum, joins the program to discuss the work that her organization does to empower persons with disabilities. She also discusses the problem of the disability pay gap and the work that is being done to ensure that meaningful employment is available to all.

E118: From Spinal Cord Injury to Supporting McDonald's To Ensure Access For All Jul 25, 2018

Christian Perera, Accessibility Consultant, UK Digital Team at McDonald’s Corporation joins the program to discuss his journey from having a spinal cord injury to becoming an accessibility consultant. Christian discusses some of the obstacles that he encountered along the way and how he overcome them.

E117: Fashion Designer and Mother of a Child with Disabilities Changes the Fashion Industry Jul 18, 2018

Mindy Scheier, fashion designer and founder of Runway of Dreams, shares her story. Mindy's son Oliver, was born with Rigid Spine Muscular Dystrophy, causing clothing challenges due to muscle weakness and his inability to dress himself. After spending years in the fashion industry, Mindy decided there was an opportunity to meld her worlds together. Runway of Dreams aims to be the authority on incorporating modifications to mainstream clothing for the differently-abled community, changing the landscape of fashion as being ALL-INCLUSIVE.

E116: Innovation From India- Flex- Building Intelligent Products for a Connected World Jul 11, 2018

Kannan Srinivasan, Director of Human Resources at Flextronics Technologies, discusses the work that they are doing to include persons of all abilities in their workforce. Kannan discusses what has worked best for them, and how they were able to make inclusive hiring a mainstream practice in their organization.

E115: Women's Voices In Technology Jul 04, 2018

Megan Morrone, Producer & Host at TWiT.tv, discusses women's voices in technology, and the importance of considering multiple perspectives. She also shares the ways in which social media and technology can be used to increase accessibility and be a platform for diverse voices.

E114: IBM- Leading The Global Conversation on Disability Inclusion Jun 27, 2018

Yves Veulliet, Global Disability & Inclusion Program Manager at IBM discusses why IBM is leading The Global Conversation on Disability Inclusion via the ILO GBDN. (ILO Global Business and Disability Network)

E113: The Fourth Age- Technology and The Future of Humanity Jun 20, 2018

Byron Reese, CEO and publisher of the technology research company Gigaom and author of The Fourth Age: Smart Robots, Conscious Computers, and the Future of Humanity, joins the program to discuss how technological advancements will impact everyone, including persons with disabilities. Byron looks at the historical impact of technology and reveals why he is bullish on technological advancement as a force for good.

E112: Equity In The Arts Jun 13, 2018

Betty Siegel, The Kennedy Center's Director of VSA and Accessibility, joins the program to discuss the importance of equity in the arts and arts based careers. Discover how The Kennedy Center is ensuring that every voice is lifted up and heard and learn more about their innovative internship programs.

E111: Tommy Hilfiger's Innovative and Inclusive Clothing Line Jun 07, 2018

Gary Sheinbaum, Chief Executive Officer, Tommy Hilfiger Americas, joins the program to discuss the Tommy Hilfiger Adaptive line.

The line includes the essential fashion pieces like shirts, pants, shorts, dresses, and jackets — but Tommy Adaptive clothes are easier to put on. Modifications such as adjustable hems, one-handed zippers, side-seam openings, bungee cord closure systems, adjustable waists, and magnetic buttons and velcro make the fashionable designs much more disability friendly. Some shirts are even made with easy-open necklines and expanded back openings.

E110: Disability Inclusion Disruption May 30, 2018

LaMondré Pough joins the program to discuss the disruption that is occurring when it comes to disability inclusion. Discover some of the trends and technological shifts that are occurring and the impact that they will have on people of all abilities.

E109: Inclusion Branding May 23, 2018

What is inclusion branding and why is it important for corporations? In this special episode, Debra is joined by her producer Doug Foresta as she discusses takeaways from her new book "Inclusion Branding" and how corporations can create inclusive marketing that creates a high return on investment. Discover how to create communities, engage influencers and maximize your social media and marketing efforts.

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E108: The Value of Social Capital May 16, 2018

How do we fully value the social good that people do in the world? Debra is joined by her producer, Doug Foresta, in a conversation about being paid well for social good and why we should invest in work that empowers and uplifts others and the payoff for making those investments. They explore how to get past fear and dysfunctional narratives in order to keep the focus on doing the right thing for your brand and stakeholders.

To support our program, visit https://www.patreon.com/HPAW

E107: Camp Wamp: Providing Life-Changing Experiences to Children with Physical Disabilities May 09, 2018

Stephen J Wampler joins the program to discuss the creation of "Camp Wamp", which encourages teamwork, empowers kids with physical disabilities to experience the great outdoors, and creates memories that last a lifetime.

E106: Creating An Inclusive Sports Program May 02, 2018

Jeff Mayerson joins the program to discuss his Wolves Basketball Academy, which provides a friendly and fun environment for children with special needs to learn the fundamentals of basketball as well as play on a team. Discover the benefits and importance of ensuring that sports are truly accessible to all.

E105: Inclusion in a Digital Society Apr 25, 2018

Digital transformation consultant Christopher Joynson and Rob Price, COO for Worldline UK&I, join the program to discuss the importance of inclusion in a digital society. They share their thoughts about the "digital divide", the cost of that divide, and how technology can be used to add value to companies and people.

E104: Leaders Engaged on Alzheimer's Disease Apr 18, 2018

Ian Kremer, Executive Director of Leaders Engaged on Alzheimer's Disease, joins the program to discuss some of the potential causes, progression and treatment options for those affected by Alzheimer's. He also shares the some of the most exciting investments in research that are currently underway.

E103: Entrepreneurs With Disabilities Apr 11, 2018

John Little has been a business builder, entrepreneur, mentor, facilitator and motivator for the last 30 years. On today's episode, he shares his conviction about ensuring equal access to opportunities for persons with disabilities. John also reveals that he is was able to achieve success not in spite of his disability, but because of it, and how having a disability can make you a better entrepreneur and creative problem solver.

E102: Increasing Disability and inclusion Access in Australia Apr 04, 2018

Suzanne Colbert from the Australian Network on Disability joins the program to discuss the efforts that they are engaging in to increase disability and inclusion access in Australia. Suzanne also shares her thoughts about what needs to happen in order to ensure the inclusion and retention of persons with disabilities in all businesses.

E101: Enabling Greater Workforce Inclusion and Diversity Mar 28, 2018

Steven AJ Cox, Diversity and Inclusion Ambassador at Fujitsu, joins the program to discuss how he has been able to help embed a more inclusive culture and how technological advances in automation and artificial intelligence impact the modern workforce.

E100: Making the Internet More Useful and Accessible- With Internet Pioneer Vint Cerf Mar 23, 2018

Vint Cerf, Internet Pioneer, and Vice President and Chief Internet Evangelist for Google, joins the program for this special 100th edition of Human Potential at Work. Vint discusses how he came to co-create the architecture of the internet and shares his thoughts about the current state of technology and the internet including machine learning, how technology enables him to work, and the interplay between the internet and smartphones. Discover the work that Vint is doing to help make the internet more useful and accessible.

E99: Prison Reform- How It Impacts Vulnerable Populations (Including Persons With Disabilities) Mar 14, 2018

In this episode, Debra is joined by Doug Foresta, producer of Human Potential at Work, and Christina Block, who does prison ministry work. Discover the need for prison reform, why persons with disabilities can end up in the prison system, and what needs to happen in order to help bring out the full human potential of ex-offenders.

E98: Increasing the Employability of Persons with Disabilities Mar 07, 2018

Lou Orslene, Co-Director of the Job Accommodation Network, joins the program to discuss some of the various myths about accommodations, and the power of reasonable accommodations to help unleash the human potential of all people, including those with disabilities.

E97: Education and Empowerment for People Who Are Blind in Puerto Rico- One Man's Journey Feb 28, 2018

José M Alvarez joins the program to discuss the efforts that he is making to create programs that make technology more accessible for persons with disabilities. José also shares how he empowers his students by teaching them coding skills and how he has created software and apps that can teach skills in an accessible way. He also shares his most recent efforts which involve starting a foundation to help develop the next generation of programmers.

E96: Disability Inclusion and Accessibility in India Feb 21, 2018

Nipun Malhotra joins the program from India to discuss his journey of being diagnosed with a disability called arthrogryposis which causes the muscles in the arms and legs to be underdeveloped. Nipun shares how he decided to sit up for his rights in 2012, starting the Nipman Foundation that works in the area of health and advocacy for Persons with Disabilities.

E95: Disability Inclusion Employment Services That Work Feb 14, 2018

Joyce Bender from Bender Consulting Services discusses the efforts that she has made in providing employers with reliable talent, as well as giving well-trained individuals with disabilities the chance to display their abilities and enhance their lives through solid careers. Joyce also shares how she is using her program "Disability Matters" to document the history of the disability community.

E94: "Opioids Helped Me Work Again"- Lessons From An ADA Attorney Feb 07, 2018

TEDx speaker Kate Nicholson discusses her journey with chronic pain, and how opioid treatment helped her in her healing process. Kate discusses how, on the right dose of pain medicine, she drafted the current regulations under the ADA, coordinated with the White House and supervised thousands of cases by hundreds of attorneys across the country from a screen and well-camouflaged bed.

Kate shares her thoughts on opioid treatment for chronic pain and the need to factor in the needs of those with chronic pain in the conversation around opioids and addiction.

E93: Parenting In The Digital Age: Challenges and Opportunities Jan 31, 2018

This episode features a 3 way conversation with Debra, her producer Doug Foresta, and Paige Mayer from Eturi as they discuss the challenges and opportunities that arise from parenting in the digital age. Paige discusses the benefits of Eturi's parental control app "Our Pact" which allows users to locate their children and block screen time on mobile devices. Doug shares stories from his experience with his 12 year old son, and Debra reveals the challenges she has had negotiating mobile phone usage with her daughter. Discover why these digital challenges are ones that we all face, and how we can both enjoy the benefits of technology and set healthy limits to ensure that we are living a full life.

E92: Living With Lyme Disease Jan 24, 2018

Nurse Practitioner and podcaster Cindy Kennedy joins the program to discuss her journey of living with chronic Lyme Disease and the challenges that she had to overcome in getting diagnosed and finding the appropriate treatment. Cindy shares tips for diagnosis and treatment, and shares advise for those who may be experiencing disabling symptoms as a result of the disease.

E91: Fitness for Everyone- Making Health and Wellness Accessible For Persons Of All Abilities Jan 17, 2018

Ryan Eder, Founder and CEO of IncludeFitness™, shares the work that his company is doing digitizing physical medicine, rehabilitation and wellness to achieve better outcomes at lower costs.

E90: B2B Disability Inclusion Efforts and Progress in Bangladesh Jan 10, 2018

Murteza Khan from the Bangladesh Business and Disability Network discusses the efforts the organization is making in bringing together employers who are committed to developing a more disability inclusive work force in Bangladesh.

E89: Gratitude and A Look Back At 2017 Jan 03, 2018

Debra is joined by Doug Foresta, producer of Human Potential at Work, as they reflect on what they are most grateful for over the past year. Doug and Debra also discuss the evolution of the show, and where they see the program heading over the next year. Discover some of the biggest takeaways from the past year's episodes and topics.

E88: B2B Disability Inclusion Efforts and Progress in Mexico Dec 27, 2017

Claudia Guardiola from Movimiento Congruencia joins the program to discuss the initiatives that they are taking to help increase disability inclusion in Mexico, and to make sure that people with disabilities are included in the conversation. Discover how they are sharing best practices with other countries and which companies are leading the way when it comes to B2B disability inclusion in Mexico.

E87: Why We Need Positive #changeagents Across Organizations and Sectors Dec 20, 2017

Teresa Shea Booher, David Bray and Layli Suel join the program to discuss why we need positive change agents across organizations and sectors. Discover why change that matters is done not by any one person, but by change agents who are willing to step out across sectors and to demonstrate a way to move forward and what you can do to help make a difference.

E86: Putting Humanity At the Center of the Internet Dec 13, 2017

David Bray and Mei Lin Fung from People Centered Internet join the program to discuss how the internet can be used for social good and the efforts they are making to help billions of new users connect to the internet. Discover a broader definition of accessibility and the importance of how the internet can be used to bring people together and how the private sector, public sector and individuals can combine forces to humanize the internet.

E85: Uniting The Disability Community Dec 06, 2017

Richard Schatzberg, Advisory Board Chair for Ruh Global, discusses his thoughts about the need to unite the disability community, and the role that social media can play in doing so. Richard also shares why he thinks it is crucial to make the business case for engaging the disability community, and gives some examples of brands who are doing this effectively, and the payoff for their efforts.

E84: Disney Channel Star Cerina Vincent- Defining Success, Raising Alzheimer's Awareness Nov 29, 2017

Cerina Vincent, who stars on the #1 most watched Disney Channel comedy series "Stuck In The Middle" joins the program to discuss the evolution of her career, and the importance of finding a personal definition of success. Cerina also shares her experience of being cast in the film "Broken Memories" a romantic drama centering around the issue of Alzheimers.

E83: Inclusion in Education- How and Why The Education System Needs To Change Nov 22, 2017

Roy Andersen joins the program to discuss the importance of inclusion in education and how to remove the blocks that keep students from learning. Roy shares his own experiences of struggling as a young student and what it taught him about how education needs to change. Roy explains his perspective on what intelligence is, how children learn and why and how we must change the school experience to provide the future global society with a new model citizen.

E82: Humanizing Healthcare Nov 15, 2017

Jamey Edwards, CEO of Cloudbreak Health, shares the work he's been doing to humanize and fix the healthcare system in the US. Discover how Cloudbreak is providing innovative solutions that allow for greater ease of access for patients, better communication between providers, and empowerment of patients, providers and hospitals.

E81: Realizing Your Full Human Potential Nov 08, 2017

Leadership coach and speaker Kelly Meerbott joins the program to discuss how she helps her clients grow and become the best version of themselves. Kelly also shares the practices that she uses for her own personal growth and discusses her work with Ken's Krew, an organization that helps persons with disabilities to successfully enter the workforce and find meaningful employment.

E80: Pinterest's Head of Design and Research on Accessibility and Transformation Nov 01, 2017

August de los Reyes, head of design and research at Pinterest, discusses accessibility through better design, and why he left his position as the lead designer of XBox to work at Pinterest. August discusses the ways in which Pinterest empowers its users, and shares real world examples and stories that illustrate the transformative power of Pinterest. August also discusses disability as a design problem and why better design benefits everyone.

E79: Empowering People Through Inclusive Design Oct 25, 2017

Sensory design consultant and workshop facilitator Alastair Somerville, joins the program to discuss how inclusive design benefits everyone, not only persons with disabilities. Alastair shares his thoughts about how to improve design and make it more responsive for all, as shares stories from his own design projects.

E78: Kingdom of Saudi Arabia- Heading Towards Being a World Class Leader in Disability Inclusion Oct 18, 2017

This episode features a conversation with Engineer Suhail Al-Almaee as he describes the innovative efforts that Saudi Arabia is undertaking in the area of disability inclusion. Discover how Saudi Arabia is changing the paradigm and becoming a world class leader when it comes to creating a culture of disability inclusion.

E77: Should We Work with "Bad" Brands? Oct 11, 2017

Doug and Debra discuss the idea of working with "bad" brands who may have corporate practices that others have disagreed with, but are now tackling social change and social good initiatives, and the pros and cons of doing so.

E76: How Achilles International Empowers Persons With Disabilities Oct 04, 2017

Dick Traum, founder of Achilles International, shares his inspirational story of becoming the first above the knee amputee to complete the New York City Marathon, and how running and completing marathons can be an empowering experience. He also shares how Achilles has developed specialized programs for children, teens, adults and veterans.

E75: How Cisco Empowers Persons with Disabilities Sep 27, 2017

Patrick J Romzek, LifeChanger Executive Consultant, and Kelly Jones, Talent Acquisition Leader for Cisco Systems, discuss the employment challenges that face people with disabilities and the work that Cisco is doing to employ, empower and transform the lives of persons with disabilities. They also their innovative LifeChanger program and the positive results they are achieving.

E74: How Disruption Can Benefit Persons With Disabilities Sep 20, 2017

David Banes returns to the program to discuss how technological disruption can benefit persons with disabilities. David discusses his thoughts about dealing with the pros and cons of disruption. David also shares case examples of technological disruption and what we can learn from them.

E73: Grief and Gratitude Sep 13, 2017

Debra and Doug Foresta discuss grief and gratitude and how the two can coexist. Discover how to navigate the stages of grief, and how to incorporate gratitude into your life even during tough times.

E72: A Sibling's Perspective on Disability and Human Potential Sep 06, 2017

Kevin Ruh, Chief Marketing Office for Ruh Global Communications, discusses what it was like to grow up with a sibling with a disability. Kevin shares his reflections on what he has learned along the way and how his experiences have shaped his point of view about human potential. He also shares tips for listeners about how to stay positive and motivated even in tough times.

E71: Aging and Human Potential Aug 30, 2017

Debra and her producer, Doug Foresta, discuss the challenges and potential upside of aging, and the connection to human potential. Will a growing population of older people be able to create positive social change? Debra also shares tips for positive aging.

E70: Creating A Diverse Workforce Aug 23, 2017

Vlad Stevens, HR Director at Charles River Community Health, discusses the importance of including a diverse population in the workforce, and the work that he has done as an HR professional with international brands, including Staples and Walgreens. Vlad discusses what needs to happen to achieve real diversity both in the US and abroad.

E69: Educating, Employing and Empowering Persons With Disabilities Aug 16, 2017

John Kemp, President and CEO of The Viscardi Center, discusses how he has was able to flourish despite being born with a disability and losing his mother at a young age. John shares how his father was able to help him become more resilient, and discusses what needs to change when it comes to improving employment outcomes for persons with disabilities. John also discusses the success rate that the Viscardi Center has when it comes to educating, employing and empowering persons with disabilities.

E68: Return on Relationship Aug 09, 2017

Social marketing strategist Ted Rubin joins Debra for a discussion about the difference between "ROI" (Return on Investment) and "RonR" (Return on Relationship), as well as how social media can be used to have authentic conversations.

E67: The Leadership Gap Aug 02, 2017

Bestselling author and speaker Lolly Daskal joins the program to discuss her new book "The Leadership Gap: What Gets Between You And Your Greatness." Lolly talks about the importance of discovering who we are, and the 7 archetypes that leaders need to embrace in order to be truly great.

E66: Aging In Place Jul 26, 2017

Debra is joined by her producer, Doug Foresta, and Richard Streitz, COO of Ruh Global Communications, as they discuss the increasing number of people who are aging in place in their homes, and the connection to the disability conversation. Discover how technology is changing the way that people age, and how other cultures and countries are finding innovative solutions to help people stay in their home as long as possible.

E65: Thriving and Succeeding With Spinal Muscular Atrophy Jul 19, 2017

LaMondre Pough shares his story of living with spinal muscular atrophy and succeeding and thriving despite doctors saying that he would not live to be 5 years old. Lamondre shares advice and inspiration for overcoming obstacles and living life to the fullest.

E64: Inclusion in Central and Latin America Jul 12, 2017

David Pérez, Chief Global Strategist at Ruh Global Communications, discusses his perspective on disability and inclusion growing up in Costa Rica. David also shares his experience of being diagnosed with ADHD and how he has been able to thrive and earn a masters degree in Diplomacy.

E63: How Uber is Supporting Diversity and Inclusion Jul 05, 2017

Malcom Glenn, Strategic Partnerships Manager at Uber, joins the program to discuss the efforts that Uber is making in terms of diversity and disability inclusion. Malcom discusses diversity and inclusion both in terms of the culture of Uber and their hiring practices, as well as the ways in which they are working on making their platform as accessible as possible to persons with disabilities, and the implications for the future of transportation and car ownership.

E62: Why Major Corporations Are Supporting Global Disability Inclusion Jun 28, 2017

Debra and Doug discuss takeaways and lessons from the event Promoting Disability Inclusion Globally, which took place in Washington DC on June 20th, 2017. Debra shares which brands and corporations attended the event, and why corporations are interested in the global conversation about disability inclusion. Debra also shares what surprised her the most about the event, and the crucial next steps that need to happen to keep the conversation going.

To learn more, visit www.ruhglobal.com

E61: Breaking Down Barriers in The Disability Community Jun 21, 2017

Tony Coelho, former US Representative and primary sponsor of the ADA, returns to the program to discuss his story of how he overcame the stigma associated with having epilepsy and how he has been able to positively impact millions of lives through his work. Tony also discusses how the disability community can continue to grow and advocate for change.

E60: Having a Global B2B Inclusion Conversation Jun 14, 2017

Debra is joined by her podcast producer, Doug Foresta, and discusses the upcoming event, Promoting Disability Inclusion Globally, which takes place on June 20th, 2017 in Washington DC and the importance of having global conversations about disability inclusion. Discover the topics and speakers at the event, and why the time is right for a global business-to-business conversation.

E59: Promoting Disability Inclusion Globally Jun 07, 2017

Stefan Tromel, Senior Disability Specialist of the International Labour Organization (ILO) joins the program to discuss how the ILO promotes equality of opportunity and treatment for persons with disabilities in the world of work. Stefan also shares about the upcoming event "Promoting Disability Inclusion Globally" on June 20th in Washington DC.

E58: Finding True Peace May 31, 2017

Karen Curry, author, coach and Human Design Specialist, joins the program to discuss her journey from struggling with bankruptcy and repossession to creating a successful business. Karen shares her thoughts on what it takes to overcome challenges, both external and internal and how to find true peace.

E57: The Carter Center and Mental Health May 24, 2017

Did you know that May is Mental Health Awareness Month? This special episode features an interview with Rebecca Palpant Shimkets, associate director for the Carter Center’s Rosalynn Carter Fellowships for Mental Health Journalism. Rebecca shares her thoughts about overcoming the stigma around talking about mental health and efforts that the Carter Center is taking to create accurate portrayals of mental health in the media. Discover how to discuss mental health in a way that breaks through stigma and is hopeful and empowering.

To learn more about The Carter Center, visit https://www.cartercenter.org/

To learn more about Ruh Global, visit www.ruhglobal.com

E56: Disability and Human Rights May 17, 2017

Debra and Doug Foresta discuss the connection between disability rights and human rights, and how we can strengthen both. Discover what is possible when we view people through the lens of potential vs. weaknesses.

E55: The Impact of Mainstream and Assistive Technologies May 10, 2017

David Banes, founder of David Banes Access and Inclusion, discusses how technology is impacting persons with disabilities and some of the opportunities and challenges that remain when it comes to creating assistive technologies. Discover a big shift that is occurring with mainstream technologies and the implications for the disability community.

To learn more, visit www.ruhglobal.com

E54: How To Get Unstuck and Live Your Full Potential May 03, 2017

Doug and Debra discuss the most common thinking patterns that keep us stuck, and how to overcome them. Discover tips for moving past "stuckness" and living your full potential.

For more information, visit www.ruhglobal.com

E53: Aging and Disability Apr 25, 2017

Debra and Doug discusses the challenges and opportunities that come with aging and disability and often overlooked issues that come with both. Discover the gifts of aging and how brands can better engage the aging and disability community.

For more information, visit www.ruhglobal.com

E52: Brand Lessons From United Air Apr 18, 2017

Doug and Debra discuss mistakes that brands make, including the recent incident with United Airlines and what brands can learn from this event. Debra shares her perspective on how brands can make a deep and lasting connection with the community of persons with disabilities. Discover how brands can communicate that they care about the disability community, and how the community can reward brands for their positive efforts.

To learn more about Ruh Global, visit www.ruhglobal.com

E51: What Companies Need to Know About Diversity and Technology Apr 12, 2017

Sandy Carter, one of the leading pioneers in the digital business revolution and formerly the worldwide General Manager of Ecosystem Development and Social Business at IBM, discusses how technology can empower women. Discover why diversity matters when it comes to developing technology and what companies need to think about when it comes to creating diverse technology teams.

For more information, visit www.ruhglobal.com

E50: How Brands Can Increase Loyalty and Engagement Apr 05, 2017

Doug and Debra shares their reflections on how brands can maximize their efforts in communicating their stories to customers in order to increase loyalty and engagement. Debra discusses what brands get right and wrong when it comes to speaking to persons with disabilities and takeaways for brands about how they can maximize their efforts.

To learn more, visit www.ruhglobal.com

E49: Humanizing Your Brand Through Storytelling Mar 29, 2017

This episode features an interview with Ekaterina Walter, a globally-recognized business and marketing innovator, international speaker, an author of the Wall Street Journal bestseller "Think Like Zuck" and co-author of "The Power of Visual Storytelling".

Ekaterina discusses the importance of brand storytelling for increased profitability and social impact, and how organizations can humanize their brand through storytelling.

To learn more about Ekaterina visit http://www.ekaterinawalter.com/

To learn more about Debra Ruh, visit www.ruhglobal.com

E48: Cutting Ourselves Some Slack Mar 22, 2017

Debra and Doug discuss a recent viral video and the response to it, and the connection to "cutting ourselves some slack." Debra shares her perspective and advice on how to have more compassion for ourselves and others and what to do when things don't go as planned.

To learn more about Debra, visit www.ruhglobal.com

E47: How Strengthening Democracy Helps Unleash Human Potential Mar 15, 2017

This episode features David Carroll, Director of Democracy at the Carter Center, and Avery Davis-Roberts who manages the Center's Democratic Election Standards Project. David and Avery discuss why strengthening democracy matters, some of the biggest challenges when it comes to building democracy and the connection between democracy and human potential.

To learn more about the Carter Center, visit https://www.cartercenter.org/

To learn more about Debra Ruh, visit www.ruhglobal.com

E46: Taking Care of Ourselves Mar 08, 2017

In this episode Doug and Debra discuss the importance of taking care of ourselves, tips on how to do that, and the connection to human potential. Discover a simple but powerful exercise for changing your mental state from negative to positive, and also how to notice when you are going into a "flight or fight" response.

For more information, visit www.ruhglobal.com

E45: How Social Media Can Be Used for Social Good Mar 01, 2017

Doug Foresta, producer of Human Potential at Work, joins Debra for a conversation about the benefits of social media, and how social media can be used for great social good. Debra shares why and when she first came online, and the first social media platforms that she used. Discover how to choose the right social media platforms for you, and how to use social media for positive social change.

For more information, visit www.ruhglobal.com

E44: Moving Past Labels and Overcoming Fear Feb 22, 2017

Debra discusses her recent experiences trying to get counseling for her daughter, Sara, and the lessons about labels and fear. Debra and Doug Foresta (the show's producer) explore how labels get in the way, and how we begin to overcome fears and limiting beliefs.

For more information, visit www.ruhglobal.com

E43: Does Technology Help or Hinder Us? Feb 15, 2017

Debra Ruh and Doug Foresta discuss the positives and negatives of technology, and how we can effectively navigate technology and social media. Doug and Debra discuss how we can use technology to the fullest, but also unplug and make sure to connect to a deeper, calmer place within ourselves.

To learn more about Ruh Global, visit www.ruhglobal.com

E42: Lessons From a Blind Filmmaker Feb 08, 2017

Michael Schwartz, President of Trailhead Productions, LLC, discusses how he continues to make films despite losing his vision. Michael discusses the lessons for all of us about the dangers of labeling others and making assumptions about what others are capable of.

E41: How Accessibility Helps Your Bottom Line Feb 01, 2017

Paul Smyth, Head of IT Accessibility at Barclays Bank, discusses the importance of digital and technological accessibility. Paul discusses the business advantages of accessibility, beyond mere compliance, and how Barclays is building their accessibility efforts into their brand.

To learn more about Ruh Global visit www.ruhglobal.com

E40: Overcoming Limiting Beliefs Jan 25, 2017

Jennie Mustafa Julock, AKA "The Audacity Coach" joins the program to talk about her new book "Hilda" and shares tips for how to overcome the negative beliefs that keep us stuck from reaching our full human potential. Discover how to develop a more compassionate relationship with yourself and what to do when you feel stuck in overwhelm or fear.

To learn more about Ruh Global, visit www.ruhglobal.com

E39: Social Attitudes Towards Persons with Disabilities- What Needs to Change Jan 18, 2017

Disability rights advocate Stephane Leblois joins Debra and producer Doug Foresta as they discuss the difference in attitude towards persons with disabilities between the Boomer, Gen X and Millennial generations, and what still needs to change in terms of social attitudes.

To learn more about Debra Ruh, visit www.ruhglobal.com

E38: Microsoft's Chief Accessibility Officer- Jenny Lay-Flurrie Jan 11, 2017

Jenny Lay-Flurrie, the Chief Accessibility Officer at Microsoft, discusses how Microsoft creates a culture of accessibility. Jenny shares her own journey of accessibility as someone who has hearing loss and how she uses technology in her personal and professional life.

To learn more about Debra Ruh, visit www.ruhglobal.com

E37: Creating a Business Model For Greater Social Impact Jan 02, 2017

Michael Pirron, the founder of Impact Makers, discusses the "B Corporation" and how it can be used to have greater social impact. Michael shares how his own story of how he came to create a new business model that takes social entrepreneurship to a new level.

To learn more about Debra Ruh and Ruh Global Communications, visit www.ruhglobal.com

E36: Is Your Thinking Holding You Back? Dec 27, 2016

Kim Ades, CEO of Frame of Mind Coaching, shares her perspective on how to discover the limiting thoughts and beliefs that are holding you back and how to shift those beliefs in order to achieve success. Kim addresses the notion that one of the biggest disabilities is our limited thinking about who we are and what we can do in the world.

To learn more about Debra Ruh and the services she provides, visit www.ruhglobal.com

E35: The Missing Secret: With Dr. Joe Vitale Dec 21, 2016

Dr. Joe Vitale discusses his new book "The Miracle" and the "missing secret" of the law of attraction. Learn how to clear out beliefs that keep you stuck, and how we can manifest collective change through individual transformation.

To get more information about the book "The Miracle" and get $6300.00 in bonuses, visit http://themiraclebook.info/

To learn more about Debra Ruh and Ruh Global Communications, visit www.ruhglobal.com

E34: Waging Peace and Unlocking Human Potential Dec 14, 2016

This episode features an interview with author, journalist and human rights activist Rebecca Tinsley as she discusses her work in Darfur, as well as her book "When the Stars Fall to Earth". Rebecca shares her perspective on what needs to happen to create a world where all human potential can be realized as well as her work with President Carter.

E33: Listening More Deeply: A Conversation With Sarah Ruh Dec 07, 2016

This episode features an interview between Debra Ruh and her daughter Sarah, as they discuss Sarah's feelings about Down syndrome and how society talks about people with Down syndrome. The beginning of the conversation starts with a conversation between Debra Ruh and Doug Foresta as they discuss the takeaways from the conversation between Debra and Sarah and their reflections upon the broader implications of that conversation.

E32: The Power of Structured Negotation Nov 30, 2016

Author and civil rights lawyer Lainey Feingold discusses the power of structured negotiation to increase access for persons with disabilities. Discover how structured negotiation works, and how it can be a winning alternative to lawsuits.

E31: Staying Body Positive Through Cancer Nov 23, 2016

This episode features an interview with breast cancer survivor Emma Claire as she discusses her journey of staying body positive and the lessons she has learned along the way. Emma also discusses the power of social media in helping her through her journey.

To learn more about Debra Ruh and Ruh Global, visit www.ruhglobal.com

E30: The Importance of Diversity Nov 16, 2016

This episode features an interview with Deb Dagit, as she discusses how inclusion and diversity help to unlock human potential. Deb shares her own journey as a person with a disability and what we can do to create more diverse and inclusive work environments.

To learn more about Debra Ruh and Ruh Global Communications, visit www.ruhglobal.com

E29: Disability and Creativity Nov 09, 2016

This episode features an interview with Dennis Palumbo, a former Hollywood screenwriter (Welcome Back Kotter, My Favorite Year) turned psychotherapist and novelist. Dennis shares his journey of how he became a psychotherapist and his perspective on creativity and the depiction of disabled persons in Hollywood. Doug Foresta co-hosts the episode.

E28: Unlocking Our Gifts and Talents Nov 02, 2016

This episode features an interview with Rosemary Musachio, Chief Accessibility Officer at Ruh Global Communications, as she discusses her many accomplishments as a technologist and disability advocate, despite having a disability. Rosemary shares her thoughts about how technology will benefit and change the lives of persons with disabilities and what drives her to succeed.

E27: Creating Policies That Work Oct 26, 2016

This episode features an interview with Axel Leblois, President and Executive Director of http://g3ict.org as he discusses his journey of running multiple businesses and eventually creating a nonprofit dedicated to disability inclusion. Axel shares tips and advice about how to create successful initiatives and programs that have a social impact.

E26: Tony Coelho on Sponsoring the ADA Oct 19, 2016

In this episode the Honorable Tony Coelho shares his journey of overcoming the stigma of disability, moving into politics, and eventually becoming the primary sponsor of the Americans With Disabilities Act. Tony shares about the work he is doing in this election, working with Hillary Clinton on disability rights.

To learn more about Debra Ruh, visit www.ruhglobal.com

E25: Creating Inclusive Leadership and Valuing Diversity Oct 12, 2016

This episode features an interview with speaker, author and consultant Jennifer Brown as she discusses how to lead in a way that values inclusion and diversity. Discover how to embody a commitment a diversity and inclusion in your leadership practice.

For more information about Jennifer and her work, visit www.inclusionthebook.com and www.jenniferbrownconsulting.com

E24: Bringing Your Best Self To Work Oct 05, 2016

Authentic marketing expert and business coach George Kao joins the program to discuss how to bring your best self to work, and the importance of love in business. George discusses his own journey of authenticity and how he runs his business in a manner that is in alignment with his deepest values.

E23: Doing What You Love and Overcoming Limitations Sep 28, 2016

This episode features an interview with writer, speaker, teacher and coach Bruce Van Horn as he discusses his own journey of finding what he truly loves to do, and how he was able to run a marathon after cancer, even when his doctor told him it was no longer possible.

E22: Walking Through Challenges And Honoring Where We Are Sep 21, 2016

In this episode Debra discusses some recent challenges she's been having with her daughter, Sara, and also about how to walk through challenging times. The episode features a conversation between Debra and her producer and co-host, Doug Foresta.

To learn more about Debra Ruh and Ruh Global Communications visit www.ruhglobal.com

E21: Should We Be Paid Well For Social Good? Sep 14, 2016

This episode features a conversation between Debra and her producer Doug Foresta as they discuss whether we should be paid well for doing work that contributes to the social good. For more information, visit www.ruhglobal.com

E20: Creating Your Own Opportunities Sep 07, 2016

What do you do if you can't find your way in the workforce due to discrimination or other factors? On today's episode you'll hear from Matthew A. Shapiro as he talks about his journey of graduating from college, trying to land a good job and ultimately deciding to start his own company and what he's learned along the way. This episode is co-hosted by Debra Ruh and Doug Foresta.

E19: Dyslexia, Inclusion and Success Aug 31, 2016

This episode features an interview with Neil Milliken as he shares his story and journey of discovering that he had dyslexia, and how he has been able to embrace his strengths and have a global impact in the disability and inclusion field. For more information, visit www.ruhglobal.com

E18: The Upside of Disability Aug 24, 2016

This episode features a conversation between Doug Foresta and Debra Ruh about how disability issues effect all of us as well as the upside of disability. For more information visit www.ruhglobal.com

E17: The Benefits of Vocational Rehabilitation Aug 17, 2016

This episode features an interview with Rick Sizemore, director of the Wilson Workforce and Rehabilitation Center in Virginia. Rick discusses the work that they do at the center, and how vocational rehabilitation helps maximize human potential in the workplace. To learn more, visit www.ruhglobal.com

E16: The Power of Inspiration Aug 10, 2016

This episode features an interview with author, speaker and coach Lance Secretan as he discusses the power of inspiration and love to bring out the best in people at work. Discover why leadership is broken and what we need to do instead.

E15: Moving From Trauma To Triumph Aug 03, 2016

This episode features an interview with Elizabeth Akua-Nyarko Patterson, the Founder and Executive Director of Girls Education Initiative of Ghana. Elizabeth discusses how she has been able to overcome a serious brain injury stemming from a car accident and the lessons learned from her journey.

E14: The History of Autism in America: With John Donvan Jul 27, 2016

This episode features an interview with John Donvan, the co-author of "In a Different Key: The Story of Autism," the New York Times bestseller published in 2016 by Crown Books. John discusses takeaways from his research and writing of the book, as well as what works in tapping into the potential of persons with autism. For more information, visit www.ruhglobal.com

E13: Tapping Into Hidden Human Potential Jul 20, 2016

How do we fully tap into the hidden human potential in the workplace? This episode features a discussion between Debra Ruh, CEO of Ruh Global, and Doug Foresta, veteran podcast producer and coach as they discuss how to find and bring out the best in human potential. For more information, visit www.ruhglobal.com

E12: Millennial Series #1: Project Starfish Jul 13, 2016

This episode, the first in a series about how young people are changing the world for persons with disabilities, features an interview with Subs Acharya, founder of Project Starfish. Subs explains what Project Starfish is and how it is helping to overcome global unemployment, poverty and social challenges by creating business value and work opportunities. To learn more, visit www.ruhglobal.com

E11: How Millennials Are Changing The World: A New Series Jul 06, 2016

In this episode, Debra discusses a new series which will feature millennials who are changing the world for persons with disabilities. Discover what young people around the world are doing to move beyond the limiting beliefs and stereotypes about what PwD's can accomplish. To learn more, visit www.ruhglobal.com

E10: Best Practices in Inclusion Jun 29, 2016

In this episode Debra shares stories from her journey speaking at the UN and discusses some of the people she met and the work they are doing around the world in disability inclusion. For more information visit www.ruhglobal.com

E09: Follow Up From the UN Jun 22, 2016

In this episode Debra shares updates about her visit to the United Nations and what other countries are doing when it comes to disability inclusion, as well as the work that still needs to be done when it comes to disability inclusion.

E08: My Journey To The UN Jun 15, 2016

In this episode Debra shares how she went from a mother of a person with a disability (which she still is!) to global speaker and most recently was invited to speak at the United Nations.

E07: How to Speak So Employers Will Understand Jun 08, 2016

What kind of language are you using when you speak to employers about persons with disabilities? In this episode you'll discover how to speak the language of business so that you can effectively engage employers.

E06: Inclusion Lessons From An Imagineer Jun 01, 2016

What lessons can we learn about inclusion from a Disney Imagineer? This episode features an interview with former Disney Imagineer and Ruh Global COO Richard Streitz as he discusses inclusion and the business case for hiring persons with disabilities.

E05: Who Gets to Define "Normal" In The Workplace? May 25, 2016

In this episode Debra discusses the question of who gets to define normal in the workplace. Discover the problem with "normal' and what we need to focus on instead to maximize human potential at work. To learn more, visit www.ruhglobal.com

E04: Why Does Global Accessibility Awareness Day Matter? May 19, 2016

In this episode Debra talks about Global Accessibility Awareness Day, what it is and why it matters. Discover why accessibility matters not only to people with disabilities, but also to all of us and how we all benefit from accessibility initiatives.

E03: Compliance Versus Innovation May 04, 2016

In this episode Debra shares tips about how to go beyond compliance to maximize the potential of your workforce. Discover why compliance alone will never get you the results that you want and the mindset shift you need to make for success. To learn more, visit www.ruhglobal.com

E02: Meet Sara Ruh, Chief Inspiration Officer of Ruh Global May 04, 2016

In this episode you'll meet Sara Ruh, Chief Inspiration Officer of Ruh Global. Debra and Sara share their reflections about human potential and about this podcast.

E01: Why Employers Need to Care About Human Potential May 04, 2016

In this episode Debra Ruh, CEO of Ruh Global, discusses the importance of human potential, what it is, and what this podcast is about. Discover why employers and organizations need to care about human potential.