Let's Have a Conversation Vol. 1

In this episode, which is the third from our 2018 Fall Conference, Operations Director, Pat Keul, speaks about our "InRoads to Employment Initiative", which is funded by the North Carolina Council on Developmental Disabilities.

This will be follow by a presentation by "Your Local Greens". They are a company owned by two entrepreneurs who use hydroponics to grow vegetables. They are committed to hiring people with autism. DI-NC is working with them and Alamance Community College to develop an apprenticeship program for which the participants can earn money and college credits.

Original Publish Date: 02/18/2019

This episode is a continuation of our 2018 Fall Conference hosted by TIAA in Charlotte, NC. Robert Rusch, DI-NC board member and PWC manager, moderates a panel discussion on Best Practices for Employee Resource Groups (ERGs).

In the second half of this episode, Beth Butler catches up with two participants from the panel, Amy Melvin of E/Y and Michael Yonce of Bank of America. She was also able to sit down with David Pressley of Wells Fargo Bank, an old friend of Disability:IN North Carolina.

Original Publish Date: 02/04/2019

Executive Director Beth Butler continues her conversation with Finance and Social Media Manager Celia Boone discussing what the future holds for the organization in 2019. They will spotlight the conferences and new grant awards that will help this nonprofit organization move forward in the coming year.

In the second half of this episode, Beth continues her conversation with Fred Sampson, DI-NC's board chairman, about his journey of discovery in the area of disability inclusion and equality in the workplace. Fred shares more of his early days as an executive with Lowe's Corporation and his vision for the future of Disability:IN North Carolina in 2019 and beyond.

Original Publish Date: 01/21/2019

Executive Director Beth Butler, is joined by Finance and Social Media Manager Celia Boone, to discuss all of the triumphs and challenges the organization faced in 2018. From conferences to grant awards, they highlight the important work of this nonprofit organization.

In the second half of this episode, Beth speaks with Fred Sampson, DI-NC's board chairman, about his journey of discovery in the area of disability inclusion and equality in the workplace. Fred shares his early days as an executive with Lowe's Corporation and the challenge he was giving to find and staff his area in the organization with people with disabilities.

Original Publish Date: 01/07/2019

In April 2018, DI-NC (fka NCBLN) held an International House Global Roundtable in Charlotte, NC, with representatives from over 20 countries. In this episode, DI-NC Executive Director Beth Butler shares with the audience the how to address and treat colleagues with disabilities. She also briefly touches upon disability equality and supplier diversity. She will also answer questions from the audience. In addition, board chair Fred Sampson and board member Robert Rusch from PWC, are featured in this episode.

Original Publishing Date: 12/24/2018

On April 2018, DI-NC (fka NCBLN) held an International House Global Roundtable in Charlotte, NC, with representatives from over 20 countries. In this episode on Employee Resource Groups, you will hear presentations by Joan Larson and David Pressley (Wells Fargo) and Amanda Paugh (EY). DI-NC Board Chair Fred Sampson and Executive Director Beth Butler are also featured in this episode.

Original Publishing Date: 12/21/2018

In May 2018, DI-NC (fka NCBLN) held a Thought Leaders' Luncheon in Charlotte, NC. The event was co-sponsored by MetLife and Partners Behavioral Health Management, and featured presentations by Brian Clarke and Tom Colclough of the EEOC, and Kimberly Miller of Partners BHM.

Original Publishing Date: 12/10/2018

In this episode, you will hear a panel discussion on Supplier Diversity Best Practices, from the DI-NC Fall Conference in Charlotte, NC. The panel was moderated by Patricia Richards, VP of Supplier Diversity at Disability:IN. Among the panelists were Julie Logan (Wells Fargo), Matt Hempel (Agilitech Solutions LLC), and Philip DeVliegher (Disability:IN).

Original Publishing Date: 11/26/2018

November 12, 2018 is Veteran's Day. To commemorate the occasion, Beth Butler interviews Matt Hempel, Founder and CEO of Agilitech Solutions LLC, a VA Verified Service Disabled Veteran Owned Small Business, which was formed to address the critical issues of web accessibility for the disabled community.

Matt, a 25-year active and reserve veteran and Navy helicopter pilot, founded the company in 2016. He also serves on the Board of Directors of Disability:IN North Carolina. Join us as Matt shares his journey to certification in the US-DI's Supplier Diversity Program. The program is designed to help certified DOBEs advance contract opportunities with corporations as well as government agencies.

Original Publish Date: 11/12/2018

Meet Beth Butler, a bright ray of sunshine in human form. As an advocate for disability inclusion in the workforce, Beth brings her voice and passion to the growing conversation.

In this episode, she tells her compelling story both on stage and during a radio interview. In future episodes, you will hear from champions in this important area of workplace inclusion. Join us on this journey and subscribe to the show.

Original Publishing Date: 10/28/2018