THE STAGE IS SET
The summit provides a meaningful setting for transformative discussions on disability rights, technology, education, and accessibility.
It unites advocates, innovators, and policymakers to foster collaboration and drive forward participation solutions.
ACCESSIBLE TECHNOLOGY
This track explores the transformative potential of artificial intelligence and emerging technologies in accessibility. From gaming and assistive tech to inclusive design solutions, discussions will highlight cutting-edge innovations that foster independence.
ADVOCACY & POLICY
This track focuses on empowering leaders and changemakers to advance accessibility through advocacy and policy reform. Discussions will explore mentorship, leadership development, and strategies for building a pipeline of advocates who can drive meaningful change.
HEALTH & LIFESTYLE
This track addresses the intersection of health, well-being, and quality of life, focusing on independence and dignity for individuals with disabilities, older Americans, and veterans. Topics include equitable healthcare, accessible transportation, and community-based solutions.
PERFORMING ARTS, MEDIA, AND ENTERTAINMENT
This track celebrates the power of arts, media, and entertainment in driving representation and accessibility. Sessions will explore how storytelling, adaptive technologies, and accessible media platforms can amplify diverse voices and create opportunities for individuals with disabilities, older Americans, and veterans.
E3 - EDUCATION, ENTREPRENEURSHIP, EMPLYMENT
This track explores the intersection of accessible education, employment practices, and opportunities for entrepreneurship. Sessions will address how educational systems and professional development programs can prepare individuals with disabilities, older Americans, and veterans for success in the workplace.
FEATURED VOICES FROM 2025
These are the voices that sparked conversations, callenged perspectives, and inspired action. From entrepreneurs and artists to technologists and storytellers, our 2025 speakers shaped the dialogue that will carry us into 2026 - and beyond.
Together, their insights bridged creativity, technology, and purpose, laying the foundation for the conversations to come in 2026.
Tomer Aharoni
CEO
Nagish
Zainab Alkebsi
Chief Policy Officer
Deaf Equality
Alycia Anderson
TEDX Speaker and Advocate
Christine Aurigemma
Disability & Neurodiversity Employment Specialist
Michael Bervell
Founder and CEO
TestParty
Theo Braddy
Executive Director
NCIL
Dixie Ziegler
Vice-President
Hamilton Relay
Chairman Brendan Carr
Federal Communications Commission
Dr. Tina Gonzales Childress
Audiologist
See.Hear.
Communication.Matters
Tony Coelho
Former U.S. Congressman
Bobbi Cordano
President
Gallaudet University
Tony Davis
Director
NC Division of Services for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing
Usherla DeBerry
LEAD-K®
Maria-Victoria Diaz
CEO and President
Dicapta
Heather Dowdy
Head of Global Product and Accessibility
Netflix
Cristina Duarte
Senior Director
Innocaption
Sheri Farinha
LEAD-K®
David Fazio
CEO & Founder
Helix Opportunity Institute
Tonia Ferguson
Director of
Legislative Affairs
CSAVR
Briana Gilmore
Head of
Accessibility Policy
Uber
Marsha Hallager
Writer/Director/Producer
Senator Tom Harkin
(retired)
Marla Hatrak
LEAD-K®
Joanna Hanson
Head of Accessibility
Amazon
Gerald Buckley
President
NTID
Brian Jenkins
Executive Director
Armed Services
Arts Partnership
Quadesh Bynum
CEO
Transition, LLC
Kate Kalcevich
Head of Accessibility Innovation
Fable
Adam Keys
Comedian
Deanne Bray
Actor/Producer/ASL Educator
Jacklyn Doig-Keys
Reality Labs Policy Manager
META
Tobi Muftau Lediju
Consultant
Cephable
Lisa B. Lewis
Executive Director
Omnium Circus
Fred Maahs
President - Journeyable
Chris Maher
Founder
Samaritan Partners
Diego Mariscal
CEO and Founder
2Gether International
Kim Musheno
Senior Director
The Arc of the
United States
Laurie Orlov
Principal Analyst
Aging and Technology Watch
Raquel Ronzone
Senior Manager
Perkins School
for the Blind
Julie Rems-Smario
LEAD-K®
Warren WAWA Snipe
Actor/Advocate
Dr. Jessica Stavale
Psychologist
Fascia Medicine
Kate Sonka
Executive Director
Teach Access
Karen Peltz Strauss
National Disability Advocate
Mike Strecker
Vice President ClearCaptions
Maria Town
CEO
AAPD
Rupa Valdez
Professor
University of Virginia
Gary Behm
Interim Dean
NTID
Kathy Wibberly
Associate Research Professor
University of VA
Jan Withers
Chair
TDIforAccess (TDI)
Board of Directors
Heather York
Vice President
Verbit.ai
William Markham
Chairman
Project One Vet
@ A Time
Dr. Angela Young
Training and Awareness Lead
Navy Federal
Credit Union
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