Ann Chiappetta, Author at ConnectCenter

From Blind Mechanic to Technology Trainer

Posted on December 3, 2024 - 2:01 pm by Ann Chiappetta

laptop with a refreshable braille display

Meet Eli Sanchez. Eli is a certified Assistive Technology Instructor and non-visual tech trainer for the Center for Assistive Technology’s Northwest Division. After earning his Assistive Technology Certificate Program from California State University, North Ridge, Eli founded Free Hand Tech, an assistive technology training business. A Hands-On Approach Before embarking on his current career path, Eli’s […]

Inclusive Design and Accessibility: Meet an Expert

Posted on October 16, 2024 - 3:38 pm by Ann Chiappetta

Meet Sina Bahram, an inclusive design and blind accessibility expert. Sina is the president of Prime Access Consulting, Inc. He is a researcher and entrepreneur pushing for sustainability, equity, and change. Education Energetic and articulate, a conversation with Sina is stimulating. An hour with him will refresh a listener’s interest and passion for inclusive design. […]

Employment Connections Features The Hiring Playbook

Posted on July 29, 2024 - 12:40 pm by Ann Chiappetta

Meet the change makers. These organizations and businesses are making a difference and increasing employment opportunities for blind and low vision job seekers. Let us introduce you to Tanner Gers, Managing Director of AccessAbility Officer. Next, Marianne Haegeli, Director of Learning and Leadership for NSITE — A Vision For Talent. Lastly, Joseph DiNero, Assistant Program […]

Empowering Blind Job Seekers Through Innovation: Meet Tanner Gers

Posted on July 12, 2024 - 8:43 am by Ann Chiappetta

Tanner Gers is on a mission to reshape the unemployment landscape for blind and low-vision job seekers in a big way. He takes employment readiness and training for blind and low-vision job seekers seriously. A noticeably focused professional, Tanner has leveraged his career journey into a comprehensive and robust platform supporting blind and low-vision job […]

Identifying Resources for Job Seekers and Tools for Employers

Posted on April 25, 2024 - 1:36 pm by Ann Chiappetta

The AFB and the NRTC provide outstanding resources for job seekers, human resource professionals, and employers. Learn about a few of the resources below. Then, join us for Employment Connections, where the following individuals will discuss AFB and NRTC resources further. Dr. Arielle Silverman Dr. Arielle Silverman is the Director of Research for the […]

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