Son Kim, an expert in assistive technology, touches on the nuances around accessibility in tech. He explains how visually imparied engineers or designers are able to create solutions that serve a wider audience as a result of their direct experience around usability. This thoughtful episode covers ADA compliance, focusing on abilities, not disabilities, and navigating a path to success.

Producer: Juliette Roy
Audio Producer: Jasmin Mara

Son Kim of Lions Center for the Blind Prepares You For Success In Tech

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Shruti Shah, Entrepreneur In Residence At Silicon Valley talks to us about her work at Silicon Valley Bank and her experience as a women of color entrepreneur.

Shruti Shah, Entrepreneur In Residence At SVBank On Her Work To Change The Tech Industry

This week, it is my pleasure to welcome Jessica Loché to the show. Since I recorded this episode with Jessica, she started a new position as the Head of Culture & Innovation at The Riveter. In this interview, she talks to us about why tech companies need more than ping pong tables to make their employees happy and why we should not expect diversity inclusion teams to do everything

Jessica Loché- Eggert on Why Tech Companies Need More Than A Ping Pong Table

Steve Huffman, Co-Founder and CEO of Reddit shares with us why he thinks diversity and inclusion is core to Reddit’s success.

Steve Huffman, Reddit CEO On What It Takes To Build An Inclusive Company.

Meghan Nesbit is the Director of Nonprofit Market Development at Twilio. She talks to us about how companies can make their technology more accessible to nonprofit and the importance of having diversity and inclusion strategies in the nonprofit sector.

Meghan Nesbit On How Companies Can Make Their Technology More Accessible To Nonprofits.

Emilie Hsieh is the co-founder and Ceo of Allie, an engagement platform that allows employees to give feedback and get personalized coaching on issues like inclusion.

Son Kim of Lions Center for the Blind Prepares You For Success In Tech

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