As a proud Service-Disabled Veteran and member of the LGBT community, I’ve dedicated my career to breaking barriers and championing inclusion for people of all backgrounds and abilities. My mission is to drive innovation and ensure equitable access to opportunities, creating a world where everyone can thrive.I’m best known as the founder of AbleGamers Charity, where I spent over two decades revolutionizing accessibility in gaming. By collaborating with industry leaders like Microsoft and Blizzard, I’ve helped shape inclusive design practices that have impacted millions of gamers with disabilities across the globe. My leadership in this field earned me the esteemed American Association for People with Disabilities (AAPD) Paul G. Hearne Leadership Award in 2012.My approach combines bold, outside-the-box thinking with a deep commitment to practical solutions. I thrive on tackling complex challenges, from consulting with Fortune 500 companies to driving accessibility innovation in gaming and beyond. My thought leadership has been featured in major outlets such as Wired Magazine, The New York Times, and The Washington Post, influencing how industries approach accessibility.I believe that real impact starts with people. As a leader, I focus on building collaborative, empowering environments where every team member feels valued and supported. I’m passionate about unlocking potential, fostering creativity, and inspiring teams to think differently to achieve transformational change.Today, I continue to push boundaries as a speaker, consultant, and accessibility expert, sharing my vision at conferences like GDC, PAX, and DevCom. Whether it’s reimagining how we design products or helping companies connect with underserved communities, I am driven by the belief that inclusion fuels innovation—and that the best solutions are yet to come.