DISABILITY NEWS YOU NEED TO KNOW
NDEAM
OCTOBER 2022
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The poster is rectangular in shape with a black colored chalkboard background overlaid with mathematical equations. In the center of the poster, on a diagonal, is a black rectangle bordered by small teal, yellow and red rectangles. It features the 2022 NDEAM theme, “Disability: Part of the Equity Equation,” along with an equation composed of several graphics: a circular photo of a woman in a wheelchair working at a computer with colleagues, followed by a plus sign, followed by a square image of a woman who uses crutches viewing a document with a colleague, followed by an equal sign, followed by a light bulb icon. Across the top of the rectangle in small, white letters are the words National Disability Employment Awareness Month. Along the bottom in small white letters is the hashtag “NDEAM” followed by ODEP’s website address, dol.gov/ODEP. In the lower right corner in white lettering is the DOL seal followed by the words “Office of Disability Employment Policy United States Department of Labor.”
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The 2022 NDEAM theme is
“Disability: Part of the Equity Equation”
In recognition of the important role people with disabilities play in a diverse and inclusive American workforce, the theme for National Disability Employment Awareness Month (NDEAM) 2022 is “Disability: Part of the Equity Equation.” Observed annually in October, NDEAM celebrates the contributions of America’s workers with disabilities past and present and showcases supportive, inclusive employment policies and practices.
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The U.S. Department of Labor’s Office of Federal Contract Compliance Programs joins
celebrating the 77th anniversary of
NDEAM celebrates the contributions of America’s workers with disabilities, past and present, and showcases supportive, inclusive employment policies and practices. This year’s theme is “Disability: Part of the Equity Equation.”
In his Presidential Proclamation for NDEAM, President Biden stated that his Administration’s Labor Department is protecting the rights of workers with disabilities in the private sector, cracking down on employers who discriminate, and ending the unfair use of sub-minimum wages. As the President declared, “This month, let us acknowledge workers with disabilities who make our communities, our economy, and our Nation stronger. Let us continue the legacy of generations of disability rights activists who have fought for equal employment opportunities, integrated workplaces, and equal pay for equal work. Let us deliver the promise of America to all Americans.”
OFCCP enforces Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, as amended, and works to ensure that workers with disabilities have equal opportunity in the workplace. In September, OFCCP filed a lawsuit against a federal contractor after an investigation found that the employer allegedly fired an employee with a disability for having a disability and requesting a reasonable accommodation. For more information on this case, and to read the lawsuit, visit OFCCP’s News Releases webpage.
As part of its efforts to advance equal opportunity for people with disabilities, OFCCP provides federal contractors with technical assistance and guidance on their anti-discrimination and affirmative action obligations under the law. The agency also provides contractors with assistance in analyzing their utilization of individuals with disabilities against the aspirational goal established by OFCCP that at least seven percent of the workforce comprises persons with disabilities.
The initiatives to promote disability inclusion and reasonable accommodations at work include:
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Resources for Recruitment and Hiring of Qualified Individuals with Disabilities – Federal contractors can visit OFCCP’s webpage for resources for Recruitment and Hiring of Qualified Individuals with Disabilities. These resources can help federal contractors expand their access to qualified individuals with disabilities.
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Section 503 Best Practices and FAQs for Federal Contractors – As a part of OFCCP’s ongoing efforts to support federal contractor compliance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act regulations, the agency provides best practices and frequently asked questions to assist contractors in meeting their equal employment and affirmative action obligations.
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Reasonable Accommodation Pocket Card – The Reasonable Accommodation Pocket Card helps applicants, employees, and other interested parties understand the process for requesting a reasonable accommodation.
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ACCESSIBILITY NEWS
Duckworth and Sarbanes Introduce Bicameral Legislation To Help Make Websites and Software Applications Accessible to People with Disabilities
[WASHINGTON, DC] – U.S. Senator Tammy Duckworth (D-IL) and U.S. Representative John Sarbanes (D-MD-03) introduced legislation to help break down the significant barriers that Americans with disabilities continue to face when accessing website and software applications, which all Americans rely on for employment, commerce, education, public services and all other aspects of society. The Websites and Software Applications Accessibility Act would build on the promise of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)—passed over 32 years ago—by requiring that entities currently covered by the ADA, as well as commercial providers, maintain websites and software applications that are accessible for Americans with disabilities. This legislation would also establish a clear accessibility standard as well as establish a technical assistance center and advisory committee to provide advice and guidance on how to develop and maintain accessible websites and applications.
Additionally, this legislation would authorize a study on the effects that emerging technologies have on the ability of individuals with disabilities to participate in society.
“Throughout the COVID-19 pandemic, and well before, so many Americans relied on the internet to work from home, order home goods and connect with loved ones—and yet, too many websites and apps remain nearly impossible to use by Americans with disabilities, barring them from these experiences and opportunities,” said Senator Duckworth. “I’m proud to introduce this legislation with Congressman Sarbanes to finally help make the web and other technology more accessible for all users, including those in the disability community.”
“Digital innovation is only as powerful as it is inclusive. As new and emerging technologies have been incorporated into our daily lives, digital inaccessibility has prevented Americans with disabilities from reaching a broad range of health, education, employment and other critical resources. To address this civil rights issue and remedy this longstanding inequity, we need uniform, consistent standards that lay out what true digital accessibility is and provide adequate mechanisms to enforce it,” said Congressman Sarbanes. “The Websites and Software Applications Accessibility Act will require federal agencies to provide clear regulations for reducing barriers to web accessibility and help businesses and state and local governments work toward compliance. Senator Duckworth and I are pleased to introduce this legislation with the input of disability advocates to take an important step to achieving equity and inclusion for all Americans.”
“Although we have had some success in vindicating the right of blind Americans to live and work in our increasingly digital world, individual complaints and agreements simply cannot keep pace with the expansion and evolution of technology, and entities who want to effectively serve customers with disabilities are asking for guidance,” said Mark Riccobono, President of the National Federation of the Blind. “We commend Senator Duckworth and Representative Sarbanes for introducing this legislation, and we urge their colleagues to act swiftly on this common-sense proposal that will finally close the gap caused by inaccessible technologies and clarify and enforce what our nation’s disability laws and policies require.”
“This bill is as significant as the introduction of the ADA and shows the cooperation and support from the disability community,” said Tony Coelho, former Democratic Congressman from California and author of the ADA. “As President Bush said on the signing of the ADA—‘the walls of exclusion need to be taken down’—this is another step in that direction.”
“This bill builds on the strength and success of the ADA and significantly advances access to the digital world by covering, for the first time, the commercial providers who actually design websites and mobile apps,” said John L. Wodatch, disability rights attorney and principle architect of the ADA’s regulations.
While the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) has long held that the ADA covers websites and other technologies that are critical to accessing a business or agency and its services, the DOJ has not yet issued accessibility regulations covering websites and applications to accommodate Americans with disabilities. Additionally, despite existing DOJ guidance stating that websites should be in compliance with the ADA, it does not yet address applications and software in “smart” devices, such as cars, refrigerators, tractors, phones, thermostats and so on.
Furthermore, courts have not consistently interpreted whether and how the ADA covers websites. While this legislation does not amend the ADA, it affirms that the ADA requires websites and applications used by certain businesses be accessible and useable by Americans with disabilities and that this requirement applies regardless of whether the business has a physical location or merely exists online.
The Websites and Software Applications Accessibility Act also directs the DOJ and Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) to issue regulations that help ensure Americans with disabilities have equal access to websites and applications as nondisabled people.
Along with Duckworth, this legislation is co-sponsored by U.S. Senators Bob Casey (D-PA), Brian Schatz (D-HI) and Ed Markey (D-MA).
In addition to the National Federation of the Blind, Tony Coelho and John Wodatch, this legislation is supported by: Access Living, American Association of People with Disabilities, American Council of the Blind, American Foundation for the Blind, Association of Programs for Rural Independent Living, Bazelon Center for Mental Health Law, Blinded Veterans Association, CommunicationFIRST, Disability Rights Education and Defense Fund, Epilepsy Foundation of America, Hearing Loss Association of America, National Association of the Deaf, National Council on Independent Living, National Disability Institute, National Disability Rights Network, Paralyzed Veterans of America, Telecommunications for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing, Inc., The Arc, United Spinal Association and Vietnam Veterans of America.
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A copy of the bill text can be found here.
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A one-pager of the bill can be found here.
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A section-by-section of the bill can be found here.
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Frequently Asked Questions on the bill can be found here.
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DISABILITY-OWNED BUSINESS CORNER
We want to extend our gratitude to all of the DOBE® Presenters who presented at the Integrating Disability-Owned Business Enterprises (DOBE®s) into your Supply Chain event.
Philip DeVliegher, Disability:IN Vice President of Supplier Diversity and keynote speaker, delivered a powerful presentation urging businesses to work with DOBE®s. DOBE® business owners provided insight into their companies and what they do. The event wrapped up by announcing our DOBE® Resource List which is available to anyone. A big thank you goes out to everyone who participated in this event!
Visit the following link to learn more about the event:
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Disability 101 E-Learning Now Available!
Free to Paid DC Metro Members
Purchase Options Available
C5’s Disability Inclusion IQ "Disability 101" module includes:
- Appropriate language: Terminology, Person-First, Identity-First, Neurodivergent
- Disability etiquette: Appropriate Interactions
- Accessible, short, self-paced, and cloud-based.
- Annual license
- Unlimited virtual seats per organization each year.
- Tracking and reporting capabilities for the organization.
- Designed for the entire workforce.
- May be taken in any order at any time and repeated as often as desired.
Within the Module:
- Transcript and Voice Over
- Short Quiz
- Resources
- Glossary of Terms
Additional Modules will be available in 2023!
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Wealth of Webinars
Check out our 2022 offerings by signing up at
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Language Matters: The Importance of Disability Inclusion
November 3, 2022
Noon - 1 pm
Fireside Chat with Disability Leaders
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Lori Golden, EY
Abilities Strategy Leader
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Kia Silver-Hodge, Enterprise Community Partners
Sr. Director of Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
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The Honorable Katherine McCary, C5 Consulting
President
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Creating Inroads for Veterans in the Workforce
November 9, 2022
11:00- 12:15 pm EST
Please join us for this rich panel discussion: Creating Inroads for Veterans with Disabilities in the Workplace on November 9, 2022, from 10:00 – 11:15 AM CST. This event is hosted by Center for Disability Inclusion and Disability:IN Affiliates in Chicagoland, DC Metro, Minnesota, and Wisconsin. Learn about benefits and best practices for hiring, onboarding, and retaining veterans with disabilities.
Panelists:
• Maria Baer – Diversity Recruitment Specialist, Mayo Clinic
• David Donovan – HR Recruitment Specialist, Sedgwick County, Kansas
• Tonya Barber – Director of Global Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion,
UnitedHealth Group
• Tom Downs – Talent Acquisition, Booz Allen Hamilton
Moderated by Andrea Hall, General Dynamics Missions System
Cost:
- Disability:IN Minnesota members: Free
- Non-members: $20 per person
Live Captioning and ASL Interpreter available.
RSVP is required to attend. RSVP deadline: November 7th, 2022 (5 p.m.)
Online meeting login details for those who RSVP will be sent following registration.
If you do not receive an email by 11.8.22, please email info@di-mn.org.
If you need an accommodation to attend or participate in this meeting, please register at least 5 days prior to the event to request an accommodation. Contact info@di-mn.org if you have any questions.
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Understanding Non-Apparent Disabilities
Registration opening soon.
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Thank you to all our WOW HOST MEMBERS! |
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IN THE NEWS - ARTICLES OF INTEREST |
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Six Things for Employers to Consider When Hiring Individuals With Disabilities
By recruiting, hiring, and retaining those with disabilities, businesses can give themselves a competitive edge and demonstrate their commitment to inclusion.
Senior Director of Strategic Advocacy and Advisor to the Chief Policy Officer at the U.S. Chamber of Commerce
Amid the ongoing workforce shortage, businesses are finding it more challenging than ever to hire talented workers. One source of talent employers should consider is people with disabilities. By recruiting, hiring, and retaining these individuals, businesses can give themselves a competitive edge and demonstrate their commitment to inclusion. The key is to focus on what a person can do rather than their limitations.
People with disabilities comprise the largest minority group across the globe. As of 2018, only 29% of Americans of working age with disabilities participated in the workforce, meaning there is a potential untapped talent pool. Not only that, studies show that companies leading in hiring persons with disabilities were, on average, twice as likely to have higher total shareholder returns than those of their peer group. Other research shows that GDP could increase by $25 billion if just 1% more persons with disabilities joined the U.S. labor force. And employees with disabilities are often more loyal meaning less turnover.
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October marks Disability Employment Awareness Month (DEAM). As we celebrate disability talent and innovation, we must also build a future that includes 1.3 billion people with disabilities worldwide in the workplace.
From data gathered through this year’s Disability Equality Index, we know that disability inclusion is becoming a staple of corporate diversification agendas and that disability-inclusive practices have become the industry standard.
The future of work must be accessible and inclusive. It must empower people with disabilities to participate meaningfully and fully. Each of us has a role to play in building an inclusive global economy.
Participate in Disability:IN’s INclusion Challenge, download Disability Inclusion posters, and more throughout the month of DEAM.
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U.S. Access Board Staff to Provide Training and Presentations at National Conferences during National Disability Employment Awareness Month
October is National Disability Employment Awareness Month (NDEAM), which celebrates the contributions of America’s workers with disabilities and showcases supportive, inclusive employment policies and practices. The U.S. Department of Labor themed this year’s NDEAM observance as “Disability: Part of the Equity Equation” to recognize the important role people with disabilities play in a diverse and inclusive workforce. U.S. Access Board staff will be presenting on accessibility and participating in various conferences, forums, summits, and training throughout the month.
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In celebration of 40 years of the National Organization on Disability, disability leaders, supporters and activists gathered in Washington, D.C last week to discuss the journey of the disability rights movement at NOD’s annual forum.
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Disability advocates joined in the nation’s capital to discuss the history and future of the Americans with Disabilities Act and to celebrate 40 years of the National Organization on Disability at its annual forum.
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After six years of planning, design and construction, Marriott International has opened its global headquarters in downtown Bethesda, Maryland. The 21-story, 785,000-square-foot, LEEDv4 Gold-certified building is the new workplace for corporate associates, supporting over 8,100 hotels in 139 countries and territories around the world.
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John Annand, Director, HR Compliance at Marriott International and serves on Disability:IN DC Metro's Board of Directors
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Events In The DC Metro Area and Beyond |
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3:00 pm ET
Diversity Inc's next webinar will focus on what employers can do to create an inclusive and equitable workplace for military veterans and current service members, including their families. With additional training and specialized skills, veteran employees bring diverse experiences and knowledge to the modern workforce. But their skills and training often go underutilized in the workforce. A Syracuse University study found that veterans typically change jobs at least two times within their first few years of employment. This session will examine ways to bridge the gap between service and workplace success.
Learn more & register:
- Recruiting, hiring, and onboarding of veterans
- Best practices to ensure the physical and mental health of veterans in the workplace
- Supporting transitioning veterans by addressing their needs and concerns
- How formal mentoring programs impact veterans
- Best practices for setting up a mentoring program
- How to keep veterans engaged for ultimate impact
Single webinar seat costs: $350.00 | Series (All 2022 webinars): $999.00
DiversityInc is a SHRM Recertification provider and SHRM members earn PDCs for participating in our webinars.
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NDEAM Employer Chat on Workplace Mental Health and Well-Being
Thursday, October 13, 2022
Please join the U.S. Department of Labor for an employer discussion on workplace mental health and well-being.
Thursday, October 13, 2022
10:00 – 11:15 a.m. ET (Please arrive by 9:15 a.m.)
Location: Frances Perkins Building
In honor of National Disability Employment Awareness Month, Labor Secretary Marty Walsh and Assistant Secretary of Labor for Disability Employment Policy Taryn Williams will be joined by corporate, disability advocacy, and labor employers recognized for their innovative approaches to fostering supportive, mental health-friendly workplaces.
The U.S. Department of Labor is committed to the full inclusion of people with disabilities. If an accommodation is needed to attend the NDEAM Employer Chat, please contact ODEP-Event@dol.gov. CART captioning and ASL interpreters will be available.
This invite is specific to the recipient and should not be forwarded. Audience seating is limited due to social distancing. Masks are encouraged to protect people who are immunocompromised and caregivers.
Can’t attend in person?
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Retaining Valued Employees with Disabilities: The Importance of Performance Coaching and Management
October 19, 2022
2:00 - 3:00 pm ET
In celebration of National Disability Employment Awareness Month (NDEAM), join the Employer Assistance and Resource Network on Disability Inclusion (EARN) on October 19 from 2-3pm ET to hear from Harwinder Taunque, Senior Vice President of ATM Testing at Citi, and Cathy West, Vice President at JP Morgan Chase’s Office of Disability Inclusion, as they discuss the importance of effective feedback and coaching to retain and advance employees, including those with disabilities. Learn about effective strategies people managers can use to support and empower their employees with disabilities when engaging in coaching and performance dialogues.
For more information on the “Retaining Valued Employees with Disabilities: The Importance of Performance Coaching and Management” webinar, visit the event page: Learn More about the Webinar
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Digital Inclusion:
Strategies for Equal Opportunities
Attracting leading advocates, corporate executives and accessibility professionals involved in digital inclusion, the M-Enabling Summit is an all-inclusive conference and showcase offering rich networking opportunities, fostering innovative technology that benefits more than one-billion Persons with Disabilities and an expanding population of aging adults globally.
With its theme of “Digital Inclusion: Strategies for Equal Opportunities,” the 2022 M-Enabling Summit, in celebration of its 10th anniversary, will explore the latest innovations and major trends in business, government and education that are accelerating the pursuit of universal accessibility for digital products, contents, and services. Convened annually in Washington, D.C., the M-Enabling Summit brings together key decision makers from all sectors facilitating unique exchanges, collaborations, solutions-sharing and thought leadership activities.
The 2022 M-Enabling Summit features panel discussions, open conversations with disrupters in digital inclusion, instant polls, networking meetups, brainstorming and live debates among advocacy leaders, business executives, and technology providers. M-Enabling Summit registered participants will have on-demand access to key session recordings, research reports, and other materials post-Summit.
On day three of the Summit, the International Association of Accessibility Professionals ( IAAP) will host a thought leadership Expert Forum on strategies to scale up digital accessibility implementations. The M-Enabling Summit is committed to working with the venue, service providers, and vendors to a “health safety first” approach throughout all phases of event production and onsite execution. Health safety protocols will be updated periodically, based on applicable CDC and local authorities’ recommendations for public meetings. |
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The State of Digital Accessibility - Free Webinar
October 26, 2022
2:00 pm ET
If you want to learn more about all that companies (like yours) are doing to become accessible and remain legally compliant, don’t miss this webinar.
We’ll be sharing key insights from our 2022 State of Digital Accessibility survey data, including:
• The specific accessibility goals and motivators companies continue to highlight across sectors
• The biggest challenges companies face, in terms of their accessibility programs
• The way these companies have built their accessibility programs and teams for optimal success in 2023
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Disability Etiquette in the Workplace
October 26, 2022
3:00 pm ET
To create a more diversified and inclusive workplace, HR leaders must address the needs of employees with all abilities. They need to ensure that employees with disabilities feel like they belong and that their work environment is conducive to their success.
Webinar attendees will learn why disability inclusion is essential, best practices for disability etiquette and communication tips, common misconceptions surrounding disability, and how to recognize and prevent ableism.
Learn more & register:
- Defining “disability” and types of disabilities
- Employer responsibilities: Opportunities vs. Obligations
- Benefits of hiring employees with disabilities and neurodiversity
- Best practices for creating an inclusive workplace for employees with disabilities
- How to integrate disability etiquette into your organization
Single webinar seat costs: $350.00 | Series (All 2022 webinars): $999.00
DiversityInc is a SHRM Recertification provider and SHRM members earn PDCs for participating in our webinars.
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Global Business Services Conference
October 27 - 28, 2022
New York City
We are excited to announce updates to our agenda for the Global Business Services Conference being held October 27 - 28, 2022 in New York City. Join us to hear from GBS leaders on the what’s, why’s, and how’s for delivering true business value. Walk away with actionable ideas and insights for transforming delivery capabilities to support rapidly changing business and competitive requirements.
Moving Mountains: Navigating HR Shared Services
For many GBS organizations, incorporating HR is the next frontier. Learn how three major organizations navigated the rough waters of harmonizing and standardizing HR shared services.
- Nadia Hutchinson, Global Director, HR Services and Operation, Cabot Corporation
- Tom Nesteruk, SVP/Associate Chief People Officer, AdventHealth
- Michele Cefola, Global Vice President, Talent Acquisition, Mars Incorporated
- Moderator: Janet Ramey, Senior Fellow, The Conference Board
Around the World and Back Again: When to Move Work Back in House
Business process outsourcing has been enthusiastically embraced, but over time enterprises have found that some work is uniquely suited to outsourcing while other work is not. In some cases, organizations are looking at repatriating work in-house for reasons such as control, talent acquisition, branding, and supply chain. This panel will explore the processes behind three leaders’ decisions to change their delivery model.
- Brenda Morris, Vice President, Global Business Services, Boston Scientific
- Michael Smith, General Manager - GBS Cork, Kuala Lumpur & Mexico City, Eli Lilly
- Moderator: Deborah Kops, Program Director, Global Business Services Council, The Conference Board
The Metrics Journey: From Tracking Transactions to Improving Business Outcomes
Learn how Chubb’s metrics around finance shared services have evolved, expanding from tracking transactions and efficiency to producing data that go to core business outcomes. Understand how this metrics evolution has allowed for continuous improvement with impacts on customer experience and the bottom line; and has allowed shared services to serve as accounting advisers to the enterprise.
- Sameer Shah, SVP, Global Head of Finance Shared Services, Chubb
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JOIN BroadFutures for a night on the waterfront
October 22
5:30–8pm EDT
Cocktails & Light Fare
The District Wharf
Rooftop Penthouse and Terrace
1000 Maine Avenue SW, Washington, DC 20024
BroadFutures' mission is to celebrate neurodiversity by creating access, cultivating skills and revolutionizing the workplace for all, through an innovative training, mentoring and paid internship program.
Since our incorporation in 2013, we have served close to 270 young people directly and hundreds more through our community outreach. We have partnered with over 60 employers, working side by side with them to ensure successful internships.
We are expanding our programs, serving more young people and employers, and developing new pilot programs. We are also hiring staff to increase our capacity, and, as always, ensuring we have a growing amount of funds to ensure our programs are accessible for ALL.
PLEASE JOIN BroadFutures & BECOME a SPONSOR for our
New Opportunities, New Impact Fall Gala
by September 15 to be included on our Invitation
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Saturday, November 5, 2022
6:00 p.m. – 11:00 p.m.
International Ballroom Hilton McLean Tysons Corner
You’re invited to walk the red carpet, pose for paparazzi, and immerse yourself in the fun of the Art Deco and Great Gatsby era.
This year, The Arc of Northern Virginia’s fall fundraising gala celebrates 60 years of service!
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Our focus is on Culture Change!
Our organization, formerly the DC Metro Business Leadership Network, is the largest regional member network of a variety of industry employers advocating for inclusion of individuals with disabilities in today's workforce, marketplace and supply chain. A non-profit business-led network established in 2006, our purpose is to bring the business community together in a dialog through education, training and resources with a focus on removing attitudinal and organizational barriers by exchanging best practices to ensure that the inclusion of individuals with disabilities as smart business.
Our Members and Guests have access to resources, programs and partners to strengthen the disability inclusion efforts and outcomes.
- Thought leadership
- Business to business networking
- Introductions to community partners
- Access to talent
- Hot topic programming led by Subject Matter Experts
- Webinars
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Board Members:
- John Annand, Marriott International
- Jennifer Bassett, Chair, JBG SMITH Companies
- Tashi Carper, Leidos
- Michelle Crabtree, Town of Vienna
- Ellen de Bremond, Treasurer
- Anjali Desai-Margolin, Gallaudet University
- Tom Downs, Booz Allen Hamilton
- Andrea Hall, Past Chair, General Dynamics Mission Systems
- Sylvia Henri-Wonasue, Secretary, Lockheed Martin
- Sophie Howard, Immediate Past Chair, General Dynamics IT
- Eduardo Meza-Etienne, eSSENTIAL Accessibility
- Mary Sauder, Northrop Grumman
- Ryan Walters, Vice-Chair, Deloitte
- Myra Wilder, BAE Systems
Advisory Board Members:
- Jessica Lee Aiello, iYellow Group
- Meghan Cadigan, KPMG
- Crosby Cromwell, The Valuable 500
- Lori Daly, Diversifi Consulting Group and Chair, Community Outreach
- Ron Drach, Drach Consulting, LLC
- Rikki Epstein, The Arc of Northern VA
- Melody Goodspeed, The American Foundation for the Blind
- Karen Herson, Concepts, Inc.
- Carolyn Jeppsen, BroadFutures
- Craig Leen, K&L Gates, Former OFCCP Director
- Carrie Martin, MAXAR Technologies
- Rick Rodgers, The Resource Network and Chair, Disability Supplier Diversity
Our Staff
The Hon. Katherine McCary, President, C5 Consulting, LLC serves as CEO and Executive Director. Katherine served as founding chair of the USBLN (now Disability:IN) for nine years, the founding chair of the VA BLN (Now Virginia Ability) for 13 years and has launched more than 11 chapters. She received the USBLN Lifetime Achievement Award in 2009.
C5 is a global disability inclusion strategy consultancy comprised exclusively of private sector disability leaders, experienced disability from a variety of areas; as individuals, as caregivers, and as parents of individuals with disabilities. With more than 50 years combined expertise and a deep knowledge of culture change developed through customized business strategies. C5 is the pioneer of disability inclusion "for business by business" with just in time training Disability Inclusion IQ designed for enterprise wide learning, now a DC Metro chapter member benefit!
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Our Mission
“Building the Business Network for Disability Inclusion.”
Our Vision
“Cultivate workforces and workplaces where talent with disabilities are recruited, included, promoted, retained and valued as both internal talent and innovative vendors.”
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