My mission is to break down the stigmas around disability, thereby improving equity and inclusion for all.I prioritize breaking down the barriers created by faulty stigma-led belief systems and internalized stigma. My work is rooted in the idea that no one should have to prove their worth by overcompensating for perceived deficits or masking who they truly are.I offer actionable strategies to help people and organizations move beyond outdated beliefs about disability, challenging stigma-based narratives.Whether you’re an organization wanting to improve your disability inclusion efforts, or an individual needing guidance on self-advocacy, I can help you navigate and simplify the complexities of disability inclusion. Feel free to connect with me to explore how we can work together to make a meaningful impact.I offer actionable strategies through various channels: • Speaking Engagements: I deliver insights that challenge conventional perspectives on inclusion and belonging, especially as it pertains to disability. (Past engagements include ERG events, corporate events, and conferences.) • Consulting: Through comprehensive needs assessments, and with a focus on your company’s values and goals, I enhance disability inclusion at every stage of the employee lifecycle, especially through improving reasonable accommodation processes. My consultations are tailored to meet the unique needs of each organization, offering real solutions to improve accessibility and inclusion. • Individual Guidance: I provide practical advice on navigating accommodations, understanding legal rights, and improving self-advocacy. You won’t just get general guidance, my consultations are specific to you, based on your goals, who you are, and what makes you most comfortable. • My first Book: Boldly Belong: The Power of Being You in a Disabling Society, will be published by Wiley Publishing this month! (pre-order at https://amzn.to/3UfvrJ4 or anywhere books are sold). In it, I share actionable strategies for challenging stigma-based belief systems and the oft resulting shame, identifying who you are free of stigma and shame, and advocating for yourself in a world that too often says you aren’t enough.Background: program management, process improvement, change management, operational improvement, operational leadership, management, business strategy, diversity and inclusion strategy, public speaking, ERG development