In this episode of The CMO Network podcast, we sit down with Gayatri Kini, the Founder and CEO of The Accidental Ally, to explore her impactful journey in creating career pathways for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD).
Gayatri shares her pivot in 2021 to focus entirely on this mission, starting with a summer internship program for individuals with Down syndrome, cerebral palsy, and autism. She emphasizes the importance of authentic storytelling in branding and marketing, and how leveraging Gen AI tools empowers her team.
Gayatri discusses how The Accidental Ally collaborates with major employers to develop innovative employment models, aiming to build self-worth and financial stability for people with disabilities. She also highlights the human-centric approach of her organization, leading with people rather than technology.
Tune in to learn from Gayatri’s inspiring journey and her dedication to making a difference in the lives of people with disabilities.
