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Join us for an insightful conversation with Lindsay Wrege, co-founder of 321 Coffee!

In this episode, we explore powerful stories of loyalty, creative problem-solving, and the importance of inclusive training. Learn how investing in people fosters incredible retention and innovative thinking, as Lindsay shares real-life examples from her team. 

From unique communication strategies to challenging assumptions, discover how setting the bar high can lead to remarkable results.

Don't miss the inspiring story of a barista navigating communication challenges, and the eye-opening moment with a new barista that changed Lindsay’s perspective on learning. Plus, hear about a global initiative that encourages us to believe in everyone's potential. Tune in for valuable lessons in inclusion, growth, and empowerment.

More about Lindsay: Lindsay Wrege is the co-founder and CEO of 321 Coffee, a company that employs individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD). She started 321 Coffee during her freshman year at NC State University to create meaningful employment opportunities for adults with IDD. Under her leadership, the company has grown to employ over 50 adults. Wrege is a strong advocate for inclusivity and social entrepreneurship. She is also a prominent speaker, sharing her experiences and advocating for diversity, equity, and inclusion. She emphasizes the importance of social entrepreneurship and encourages others to take action and create positive change in their communities.

More about 321 Coffee: 321 Coffee is a coffee shop and roaster with the mission of providing meaningful work opportunities to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD). 321 Coffee employs twenty-one individuals with IDD with its current operation, runs an online store, and roasts/sells its own coffee. It is designed for these individuals to showcase their skills and personalities in a friendly atmosphere and allow them to develop relationships with the local community.

#AccessGranted #Podcast #321Coffee 

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Join us for an insightful conversation with Lindsay Wrege, co-founder of 321 Coffee! In this episode, we dive deep into the realities of starting a business that empowers adults with disabilities.

Lindsay shares her journey, covering essential topics like:

* The challenges and triumphs of launching an inclusive business

* Strategies for effective hiring and building a supportive training structure

* Tips for retaining employees and fostering their growth

* Insights on educating and training individuals based on their unique skill sets

If you're curious about making a meaningful impact through your business, this episode is a must-watch. Don't miss the valuable lessons and inspiring stories from Lindsay Wrege at 321 Coffee! Stay tuned!

More about Lindsay: Lindsay Wrege is the co-founder and CEO of 321 Coffee, a company that employs individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD). She started 321 Coffee during her freshman year at NC State University to create meaningful employment opportunities for adults with IDD. Under her leadership, the company has grown to employ over 50 adults. Wrege is a strong advocate for inclusivity and social entrepreneurship. She is also a prominent speaker, sharing her experiences and advocating for diversity, equity, and inclusion. She emphasizes the importance of social entrepreneurship and encourages others to take action and create positive change in their communities.

More about 321 Coffee: 321 Coffee is a coffee shop and roaster with the mission of providing meaningful work opportunities to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD). 321 Coffee employs twenty-one individuals with IDD with its current operation, runs an online store, and roasts/sells its own coffee. It is designed for these individuals to showcase their skills and personalities in a friendly atmosphere and allow them to develop relationships with the local community.

#AccessGranted #Podcast #321Coffee

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Join us as we speak with Lindsay Wrege and Michael Evans the founders of 321 Coffee!

In this episode, we discuss:

We have had the honor to work with 321 Coffee to help them create a truly accessible environment. Tune in! It's a good one.

More about Lindsay: Lindsay Wrege is the co-founder and CEO of 321 Coffee, a company that employs individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD). She started 321 Coffee during her freshman year at NC State University to create meaningful employment opportunities for adults with IDD. Under her leadership, the company has grown to employ over 50 adults. Wrege is a strong advocate for inclusivity and social entrepreneurship. She is also a prominent speaker, sharing her experiences and advocating for diversity, equity, and inclusion. She emphasizes the importance of social entrepreneurship and encourages others to take action and create positive change in their communities.

More about 321 Coffee: 321 Coffee is a coffee shop and roaster with the mission of providing meaningful work opportunities to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD). 321 Coffee employs twenty-one individuals with IDD with its current operation, runs an online store, and roasts/sells its own coffee. It is designed for these individuals to showcase their skills and personalities in a friendly atmosphere and allow them to develop relationships with the local community.

#AccessGranted #Podcast #321Coffee 

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Join us for the second part of our conversation with MaryJo Birschbach from the North Carolina Presenters Consortium.

In this episode, we focus on the role of human kindness as the driving force behind the commitment to making the arts accessible to everyone. We discuss how empathy, compassion, and a genuine desire to connect with others lay the foundation for their accessibility efforts.

More about MaryJo: With a passion for communication, she excels in crafting language for diverse mediums, from poetry and prose to marketing campaigns and reports. As a Communications and Development Manager, she designs engaging materials, manages digital presence, and leads accessibility efforts, achieving significant growth. Her career is marked by building strong relationships and improving outcomes through creative problem-solving and efficient practices.

More about the North Carolina Presenters Consortium: North Carolina Presenters Consortium (NCPC) is a not-for-profit membership association comprising professional performing arts presenting organizations, agents, managers, performing artists, service organizations, and vendors from NC and beyond who share the mission of bringing artists and audiences together.

#AccessGranted #Podcast #NCPC

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Welcome back to another exciting episode of Access Granted! In this episode, we continue our insightful conversation with Chris Hendricks.

Together, we explore a variety of important topics, including: the power of visible conditions, social media's impact on communication, DEI hiring efforts, and much more!

Don't miss out on this engaging and informative discussion.

More about Chris: Recognized as an inspiring leader in the world of personal development and philanthropy for over a decade. A personal brand ambassador with thought leadership in the field of youth educational growth. A skilled author and speaker specializing in the value of vulnerability, connection, and personal/professional adversity. Over a decade of experience as an international recording artist, singer, and songwriter with music placement in sports entertainment and film.

#AccessGranted #ChrisHendricks #DEI #SocialMedia #VisibleConditions #Podcast

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For this episode, we are continuing our conversation with Stephanie Forbes, Marc Stracuzza, and Nicole Hayworth of commercetools, the leading composable commerce platform, allowing companies to dynamically tailor and scale shopping experiences across markets.

More About Marc: A software development leader with 20 years of experience focused on product solutions, development management, product management, and product development positions.

More About Nicole: Has been with commercetools for three years and currently leads and supports a team of very talented Talent Acquisition Managers who are responsible for the full-cycle hiring of commercetools' employees.