Michael is loosing his sight to Retinitis Pigmentosa. He was diagnosed in his teenage years, but it wasn't until after completing college, a MBA, and well into his career in the Aviation Industry that he became more open about his vision loss. Even after being more open about his vision loss, he continue to succeed in his career, and today is the Chief Strategy Officer at Abra Group, a holding company for two international airlines. Make sure to reach out to Michael on Linkedin. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/careersfortheblind/message ..read more

These are two inspiring visually impaired women at Ablr. Shannon is an instructor, and explains the ins and outs of how the program works. Parrice is now in her intern phase of the program. She has excelled during her time with Ablr, obtaining several certifications in digital accessibility. To learn more about the program reach out to Shannon, shannon.garner@ablr360.com. To connect with Parrice, email her at parriceleach@gmail.com. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/careersfortheblind/message ..read more

John Samuel is losing his sight to Retinitis Pigmentosa. He only started being open about his vision loss when he attended The George Washington University School of Business. Once he began being open about his vision loss in his professional life as well, he found and help create Ablr, a Disability inclusion and digital accessibility company. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/careersfortheblind/message ..read more

Karla lost her sight early in life. From a young age she had an interest in becoming a Lawyer and ultimately graduated from Georgetown University Law School. She's worked at several different law firms throughout her career, and today is a lawyer at Public Justice. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/careersfortheblind/message ..read more

Randi lost most of her sight at birth and experienced further vision loss later in life.  She began her career in Vision Rehabilitation, but ultimately found a passion in Digital Accessibility. She has also completed 15 Triathlons.  --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/careersfortheblind/message ..read more

The Alexandria Virginia Chapter of the NFB will be fundraising for a Latin Night. September 16th 3pm to September 20th a 3pm. https://s.dgpopup.com/rm82g49f Latin Night will be October 29th 7 - 10pm - The Westin Tysons Corner, Falls Church, Virginia Evelyn can be reached at: evelyn.valdez212@gmail.com --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/careersfortheblind/message ..read more

Jeff spent most of his career in Financial Services and has moved on to make more significant impact in the world as the Chief Accessibility Officer at Disability:IN. Listen to episode 21 to hear Jeff's experience with Retinitis Pigmentosa, and his successful career path.  --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/careersfortheblind/message ..read more

Careers for the Blind podcast trailer --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/careersfortheblind/message ..read more

Matthew lost his sight due to complications resulting from his premature birth. Early in life he discovered he had a strong aptitude for music. While he is currently attending The Juilliard School, his incredible talent has already taken him around the world to perform. Check out his album Connections, and his website www.matthewwhitaker.net --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/careersfortheblind/message ..read more

This is a follow-up conversation with Dr. Kirk Adams who has launched his consulting business Innovative Impact LLC. He is looking to consult for fun, innovative, impactful, and well-funded organizations who desire to be inclusive of people with disabilities and particularly people who are blind. He can be reached at kirkadams000@gmail.com, or by phone or text 206-660-1363. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/careersfortheblind/message ..read more