Access Granted

Access Granted

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Access Granted episodes

  • Why Inclusive Design and Accessibility is Important to Tech Leader Lenovo

    View all podcast transcripts here: https://ablr360.com/category/videos-podcasts/

    In this episode of Access Granted, we sat down with Sara Weir and Onyx Mintah, esteemed professionals from Lenovo. A global technology leader dedicated to revolutionizing the landscape with smarter technology solutions accessible to all.
    Together Mike, Sara, and Onyx discuss many topics. Like accessible presenting, the importance of feeling like more than just a number in your company, and how diverse backgrounds can support diverse solutions.
    More about Sara: Sara is a mixed-method UX researcher, designer, and storyteller with a background in data and design. She excels at bringing users into the product development process. She pushes boundaries with creative methodologies and problem-solving to create impactful hardware and software experiences for users.
    More about Onyx: Experienced UX Research Operations PgM with a demonstrated ability to identify gaps and build bridges across cross-functional teams in the health, wellness, and fitness industry. She has a deep understanding of product research, the concept development process, and deliverables. Motivated to continuously seek opportunities to create efficiencies and improve team performance.
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    24 min
  • How to Effectively Advocate For and Implement Inclusion with commercetools

    View all podcast transcripts here: https://ablr360.com/category/videos-podcasts/

    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.

    In this episode, Mike, Stephanie, Marc, and Nicole engage in an open discussion about accessibility. They explore questions such as whether it's acceptable to make mistakes regarding inclusive language and how to effectively address and correct such errors. Tune in as they delve into these topics and more.
    More About Stephanie: Seasoned DEI visionary with 15+ years of expertise in crafting and executing impactful strategies that drive diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives to surpass organizational objectives.

    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.

    37 min
  • Scaling Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Globally with commercetools

    View all podcast transcripts here: https://ablr360.com/category/videos-podcasts/

    In this episode, we sit down 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.

    Together Mike, Stephanie, Marc, and Nicole have a candid discussion about accessibility. Is it okay to make mistakes when it comes to inclusive language? How should you properly correct someone? This and more are unpacked in this episode.

    More About Stephanie: Seasoned DEI visionary with 15+ years of expertise in crafting and executing impactful strategies that drive diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives to surpass organizational objectives.

    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.

    34 min
  • Laying the Groundwork for Accessibility in Web Design

    View all podcast transcripts here: https://ablr360.com/category/videos-podcasts/

    In this episode, we continue the conversation with Dave Shepley of DesignHammer, an award-winning web strategy, design, and development agency that has long considered accessibility a fundamental aspect of its services.

    If you have ever been curious about what it looks like to build DEI into the foundation of your business offerings, you're in store for an incredibly insightful conversation. Mike and Dave unveil the challenges, considerations, and triumphs of accessibility being a non-negotiable in your business practices, flaws in the implementation of accessibility laws, and the moving personal stories that continue to push us to prioritize and advocate for people with disabilities.

    Check out the DesignHammer resources Dave mentioned in the episode: https://designhammer.com/blog

    Guest Bio:

    Dave Shepley (or Shep for short) is the Development Strategist at DesignHammer, an award-winning web strategy, design, and development agency. But Shep isn't just your typical Project Manager–he's the wizard behind the curtain, ensuring everything runs smoothly, on time, and with a touch of magic. As a Development Strategist, he's not just crunching numbers. He's the creative brain working with sales and marketing to take DesignHammer to new heights. Beyond the business side of things, he's all about building lasting connections. As a big believer in the "client for life" mentality, Dave is just as involved strategically with his team as with clients and their agency's mission.

    30 min
  • How Digital Agencies SHOULD Approach Accessibility

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    In this episode, we sit down with Dave Shepley of DesignHammer, an award-winning web strategy, design, and development agency that has long considered accessibility a fundamental aspect of its services.

    If you have ever been curious about what it looks like to build DEI into the foundation of your business offerings, you're in store for an incredibly insightful conversation. Mike and Dave unveil the challenges, considerations, and triumphs of accessibility being a non-negotiable in your business practices, flaws in the implementation of accessibility laws, and the moving personal stories that continue to push us to prioritize and advocate for people with disabilities.

    More About Dave:

    Dave Shepley (or Shep for short) is the Development Strategist at DesignHammer, an award-winning web strategy, design, and development agency. But Shep isn't just your typical Project Manager–he's the wizard behind the curtain, ensuring everything runs smoothly, on time, and with a touch of magic. As a Development Strategist, he's not just crunching numbers. He's the creative brain working with sales and marketing to take DesignHammer to new heights. Beyond the business side of things, he's all about building lasting connections. As a big believer in the "client for life" mentality, Dave is just as involved strategically with his team as with clients and their agency's mission.

    28 min

About Access Granted

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"Access Granted," hosted by Mike Iannelli, Ablr's co-founder, isn't your typical podcast. It's raw, real, and dives headfirst into the messy, gritty reality of disability inclusion. Mike, an advocate with his boots on the ground, brings not just expertise but real-life tales and hard-earned insights to the table.