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Change Makers: A Podcast from APHAnnual Meeting 2025 Recap & Tech TakeawayOn this episode of Change Makers go inside the 2025 Annual Meeting held at the Louisville Marriott Downtown. For over a century, this gathering has brought together leaders, educators, and innovators in the field of blindness and low vision. You’ll hear firsthand from presenters, award winners, and attendees about the highlights, breakthroughs, and moments that made this year’s event unforgettable.Stick around after the recap for our monthly Tech Takeaway, where we show you how to personalize your Monarch device.On this episode (in order of appearance)Stephanie Steffer, CViC...
2025-10-2350 min
Innovating InclusionLauren Branch on Leveraging Technology and Advocacy to Make Her Org the Largest Employer of the Blind in OklahomaKatie and Steven sit down with CEO Lauren Branch, as she talks about building NewView Oklahoma into the largest employer of people who are blind in the state. BIOLAUREN BRANCH has been with NewView Oklahoma, formerly the Oklahoma League for the Blind, since 1997. A native of Houston, Texas, Lauren received her bachelor’s degree in accounting and business administration from Texas A&M University in 1986. She is also a certified public accountant.Under Lauren’s leadership, NewView Oklahoma has undergone unprecedented growth, employing more than 150 individuals, most of whom are blind or low v...
2025-10-1030 min
ACB Advocacy UpdateA Recap of the April VSA ConferenceThis week, Claire talks with Rob Buettner about their experiences at the 2025 VisionServe Alliance conference that was held in Scottsdale, Arizona.
2025-07-1720 minACB Advocacy Updatea new platform to advocate to Congress.This week, Claire speaks with a colleague from the VisionServe alliance about a new platform. ACB members can use to reach out to Congress. This new resource,
Speak4, Will make it easier than ever to advocate to Congress about important issues the blind community is involved with.
2025-06-1815 min
Podcasts en español de la ACBResolución 2025.11 Preservación del Instituto Nacional del OjoResolución 2025.11 Preservación del Instituto Nacional del Ojo
Preservación del Instituto Nacional del Ojo
Presentado por: DeAnn Elliott
Considerando que, en el presupuesto de 2026, la Administración propone eliminar el Instituto Nacional del Ojo (NEI), y se propone que sus funciones se incorporen a un instituto de neurociencia más grande; y
Considerando que, las iniciativas anteriores del NEI han llevado a tratamientos para la degeneración macular, el glaucoma, la retinopatía diabética, las enfermedades hereditarias de la retina y muchas otras afecciones oculares que afectan a millones...
2025-06-1201 minPodcasts en español de la ACBResolución 2025.07 Impacto de las Órdenes Ejecutivas Recientes en la Comunidad de Ciegos y Baja VisiónResolución 2025.07 Impacto de las Órdenes Ejecutivas Recientes en la Comunidad de Ciegos y Baja Visión
Impacto de las Órdenes Ejecutivas Recientes en la Comunidad de Ciegos y Baja Visión
Enviado por Matt Selm (DeAnn Elliott)
Considerando que, más de 12.5 millones de estadounidenses de 40 años o más son ciegos o tienen baja visión; y
Mientras que, debido a que los baby boomers envejecen y pierden la visión, se espera que este número se duplique para 2050, según los Centros para el Control y la Prevenció...
2025-06-1204 min
ACB BusinessPROPOSED - RESOLUTION 2025-11 - PRESERVATION OF THE NATIONAL EYE INSTITUTERESOLUTION 2025-11
PRESERVATION OF THE NATIONAL EYE INSTITUTE
Submitted by: DeAnn Elliott
Whereas, in the 2026 budget the Administration is proposing to eliminate the National Eye Institute (NEI), with its functions proposed to be folded into a larger neuroscience institute; and
Whereas, previous NEI initiatives have led to treatments for macular degeneration, glaucoma, diabetic retinopathy, inherited retinal diseases, and many other eye conditions that impact millions of Americans; and
Whereas, over 12.5 million Americans aged 40 years and older are blind or have low vision; and
Whereas, due to baby...
2025-06-1101 minACB BusinessPROPOSED - RESOLUTION 2025-07 IMPACT OF RECENT EXECUTIVE ORDERS ON THE BLIND AND LOW VISION COMMUNITYRESOLUTION 2025-07
IMPACT OF RECENT EXECUTIVE ORDERS ON THE BLIND AND LOW VISION COMMUNITY
Submitted by Matt Selm and DeAnn Elliott)
Whereas, over 12.5 million Americans aged 40 years and older are blind or have low vision; and
Whereas, due to baby boomers aging into vision loss, this number is expected to double by 2050, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and the Big Data Project from VisionServe Alliance; and
Whereas, the American Council of the Blind (ACB), a leading national blindness consumer advocacy organization, has advocated for the...
2025-06-1104 min
Heard & EmpoweredEp #23: Leading Change for the Blind and Visually Impaired with Lee Nasehi, CEO of VisionServe AllianceYou’re in for an inspiring episode this week as Lee Nasehi, the President and CEO of VisionServe Alliance, joins Dr. Hoby Wedler! The impact of Lee’s long-standing dedication to the blind and visually impaired community cannot be overstated, and it has brought significant changes. Today, Lee shares her journey of becoming a seasoned advocate and expert in assisting people who are blind to find employment, and some of the groundbreaking work in which she has participated. Tune in to discover the impressive and inspiring work Lee undertook at Lighthouse Central Florida, overcoming challenges to ma...
2024-04-1736 min
Living BlindKeep Calm and Carry On: Jason Romero on ResilienceIn this episode, Naomi talks with Jason Romero, author, athlete, inspirational speaker. Jason is an expert on Success & Resilience, who travels the world educating companies and classrooms about how they can achieve their dreams. Jason is the subject of a full-length documentary film, as well as a former attorney and CEO. The BBC, Today Show, Forbes, Runnersworld and NPR are just some of the media outlets that have reported on his accomplishments. Jason has been a national marathon champion, a Paralympian on Team USA and placed 4th at the Paralympic World Marathon Championships in 2015 in London. He holds more...
2024-01-1156 min
The Corporate Couch: Work Stories I Only Tell My FriendsReinhard Mabry, The Servant Leader CEO - Running a Not-For-Profit Like a Commercial Company, Why Good Leaders Build a Network, and Why Your Integrity is Your CurrencyJoin me in a mini-course in organizational leadership with one of the best CEOs in Kansas City, Reinhard Mabry of the not-for-profit organization Alphapointe. Please consider helping Alphapointe with your time, ideas, or donations - https://www.alphapointe.org/.
Bio: Reinhard Mabry has been the President & CEO of Alphapointe since
2007, which is headquartered in Kansas City, Missouri. Alphapointe is
one of the largest employers of people who are blind in the United
States, with principal operations in Kansas City and New York City.
Alphapointe provides employment opportunities for people who are
2023-12-111h 03
Voices of Vision LeadersThe Powerful Benefits of Executive Leadership CoachingIn this episode, John Ramerman, CEO of the Ramerman Leadership Group, and Lee Nasehi, CEO of VisionServe Alliance, discuss the importance and benefits of Executive Leadership Coaching. John and Lee also discuss their joint program that offers individual coaching sessions, plus group sessions with leaders in the vision loss field. Learn more about this program at visionservealliance.org/executive-leadership-coaching/
About Ramerman Leadership Group & John Ramerman
Ramerman Leadership Group assists clients locally, nationally, and internationally in various business and organizational categories, including non-profit, advertising, healthcare, education, engineering, architecture, manufacturing, high-tech, and professional services...
2023-06-0726 min
Empowering IndependenceEpisode 8: You can be independent with low vision while Aging with Lauren BranchCo-hosts Marilyn and Dana talk with CEO of NewView Oklahoma about how NewView helps those with vision impairments or low vision to be come independent.
Lauren Branch is the President/CEO of NewView Oklahoma and has been in this role for almost 26 years. A Houston, Texas native, Lauren received her bachelor’s degree in accounting and business administration from Texas A&M University. Lauren serves as the current board chairperson of VisionServe Alliance and is also a board member of National Industries for the Blind and the National Association for the Employment of People Who are...
2023-05-3140 min
Voices of Vision LeadersLeveraging Collective Impact through Public Policy with Lance RobertsonLance Robertson is the Director of Healthcare at Guidehouse, and past 5th US Assistant Secretary for Aging and Administrator of the HHS Administration for Community Living.
During this podcast we address some of the strategic challenges facing the vision loss field, and frame the Strategic Discussion at our CEO Summit “Leveraging Collective Impact through Public Policy”.
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2023-03-2130 min
Voices of Vision LeadersCreating a Culture of Innovation & Harnessing Generational DifferencesJamie notter, leadership and organization culture expert, shares insights on enhancing your organization's culture.
Jamie also hosts a half-day session at VisionServe Alliance's 2023 "Celebrating Innovation" CEO Summit.
Learn more about Jamie Notter at jamienotter.com.
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2023-03-0520 min
Voices of Vision LeadersThe Importance of Innovation in LeadershipIn this episode, Kelli Vrla addresses the importance of innovation for leaders and discusses some of the leadership strategies that she will share with attendees of VisionServe Alliance's CEO Summit. Learn more at visionservealliance.org/conferences/
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2023-02-0627 min
Voices of Vision LeadersThe Significance of Accessible Medical Testing and Online Portals with Dan Spoone and Clark RachfalThis episode, we speak with Dan Spoone and Clark Rachfal from the American Council of the Blind (ACB) to discuss the importance of accessibility in regards to Covid-19 testing kits and online medical portals.
Recently, the Department of Justice and Department of Health and Human Services issued guidance on nondiscrimination in telehealth, which can be found here:
https://www.hhs.gov/about/news/2022/07/29/hhs-and-doj-issue-guidance-on-nondiscrimination-in-telehealth-the-week-of-the-32nd-anniversary-of-the-americans-with-disabilities-act-ada.html
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2022-09-2746 min
Unstoppable MindsetUnstoppable Advocate with Bryan BashinBryan Bashin was born fully sighted, but over time he lost his eyesight. Like many such people, he tried to hide his blindness. Bryan was, in some senses, different than many. Because as he began to discover that other blind people were leading full and successful lives, he decided that he could do the same. He received training and then began to seek employment and attained a most successful career.
Bryan would tell you that he loves learning and advocating. He is an extremely inclusive individual although he clearly does do a powerful job of advocating for blind and l...
2022-08-161h 08
Voices of Vision LeadersUnderstanding the Cogswell Macy Act with Mark Richert, Dr. Bernadette Kappen, and Libby MurphyThe Alice Cogswell and Anne Sullivan Macy Act is a Bill that aims to strengthen the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act to improve results for deaf, hard of hearing, blind, visually impaired, and deaf-blind children. On this episode of Voices of Vision Leaders, we are joined by the architect of the Bill, Mark Richert, as well as Dr. Bernadette Kappen and Libby Murphy to explain the importance of the Bill in the blind and visually impaired communities and what you can do to support it.
To learn more about the Bill, visit
cogswellmacyact.org.
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2022-07-0546 min
Voices of Vision LeadersRecapping the Executive Leadership Conference with Lee NasehiIf you were unable to attend this year’s Executive Leadership Conference, or want to relive it again, Lee Nasehi is here to recap of some of the Conference’s highlights in the newest episode of Voices of Vision Leaders!
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2022-04-1425 min
ACB Events20220313 01 DC Leadership / Presidents Meeting March 13, 2022, Part 1 of 4
2022 Presidents’ Meeting Agenda
Presidents’ Meeting, Day Two
Sunday, March 13, 2022
Originally Aired March 13, 2022, on ACB Media 6
Welcome Back for Day Two - Dan Spoone, ACB President, Orlando, FL and Eric Bridges, ACB Executive Director, Alexandria, VA
Meet Lee Nasehi: ACB Advisory Board Member, Executive Director, VisionServe Alliance, Winter Park, FL
ACB Strategic Plan: Vision Traction Organizer (VTO) Core Values, Vision Statement, Market Differentiators and One-, Three- and Five-Year Strategic Plans: Dan Spoone, ACB President, Orlando, FL; Eric Bridges, ACB Executive Director, Alexandria, VA; and Lee Nasehi, Executive Director, VisionServe Alliance, Winter Park, FL
ACB Convention Auct...
2022-04-081h 44
Voices of Vision LeadersPreviewing the Big Data Project with Lee NasehiThis episode, Lee Nasehi and several guests preview the initial findings of the Big Data Project. The Big Data Project is a collaborative effort with the Ohio State University to analyze data on people 65+ living with visual impairments. The findings will be released on April 4th at VisionServe Alliance's Executive Leadership Conference.
Lee's guests on today's episode include:
Lauren Branch - VisionServe Alliance Chairperson of the Board and President & CEO of New View Oklahoma.
Dr. Dean VanNasdale - Associate Professor with The Ohio State University.
Dr. John Crews - Visionary for...
2022-03-3144 min
Profits With PurposeA Purpose Driven Business Creating Community, Outreach, and Jobs for The Visually ImpairedA Purpose Driven Business Creating Community, Outreach, and Jobs for The Visually Impaired– Profits With Purpose with Marc Freedman and Yanik Silver Episode 0010 Reinhard MabryReinhard Mabry is the president and CEO of Alphapointe. Alphapointe is the national non-profit organization dedicated to empowering people with vision loss to achieve their goals and aspirations. Manufacturing tens of millions of products annually, Alphapointe is one of the largest employers of people who are blind in the U.S. with nearly 400 employees, more than half of whom are blind or visually impaired. Alphapointe also provides comprehensive vision rehabilitation se...
2022-03-3133 min
Voices of Vision LeadersIntroducing the 2022 Executive Leadership Conference with Kevin O'ConnorWe sit down with the leadership coach, consultant, and speaker, Kevin O'Connor, to discuss his life and career working within the visually impaired community. Additionally, we talk about what attendees can expect at VisionServe Alliance's 2022 Executive Leadership Conference, for which Kevin will present as the Master of Ceremonies. The Conference takes place on April 3-6, 2022.
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2022-03-2931 min
Voices of Vision LeadersThe Intersection of Justice and Equity with Justice ShorterWe sit down with the National Disaster Protection Advisor for the National Disability Rights Network, Justice Shorter, to discuss her work as a Disability Justice Advocate, Black Disabled Lives Matter amplifier, and National Expert on disability inclusive disaster protections. Justice will be joining us at VisionServe Alliance's Executive Leadership Conference in April as a keynote speaker on "Power Moves: Transforming Leadership by Centering Marginalized Communities."
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2022-03-1438 min
Voices of Vision LeadersThe Importance of Inclusion with John SamuelWe sit down with John Samuel, Co-Founder and CEO of Ablr 360, to discuss his life journey to creating more accessible workplaces for individuals who are blind and visually impaired. John will be joining us at VisionServe Alliance's Executive Leadership Conference in April as a keynote speaker on "The Idea of Belonging in a Diverse World." Register now at https://visionservealliance.org/conferences/
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2022-03-0125 min
Voices of Vision LeadersHall of Fame 2022 with Bill Weiner, Jim Deremeik, and Mark RichertVoices of Vision Leaders is back with former and current board members of the Hall of Fame of Leaders and Legends in the Blindness Field. Bill Weiner, Jim Deremeik, and Mark Richert discuss the history and importance of the Hall of Fame, as well as how to nominate for this year's inductees. https://sites.aph.org/hall/
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2022-02-2832 min
Sound PrintsSound Prints - January 16, 2022News and events; McDowell Center update with Facility Administrator Heidi Kesterson; Intro to the Kentucky Deaf/Blind Services with Administrator Tonia Gatton;; and Current and Emerging Resources on Aging and Vision Loss with Dr. Priscilla Rogers, Project Leader on Aging and Vision Loss with the VisionServe Alliance
2022-01-1758 min
Voices of Vision LeadersLeadership and Doubt with Marc PittmanWe sit down with Writer, Speaker, and Executive Coach Marc Pittman, CSP, author of The Surprising Gift of Doubt: Use Uncertainty to Become the Exceptional Leader You Are Meant to Be. Marc opens our eyes to the diverse word of leader and how doubt plays a role in our management and leader of our organizations. ConcordLeadershipGroup.com
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2021-07-2637 min
Voices of Vision LeadersCritical Research with Penny and Kirk of AFBSurvey results, upcoming data, and what's to come from this important research with Penny Rosenblum, Director of Research, and Kirk Adams, President, and CEO of the American Foundation for the Blind. www.afb.org
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2021-07-1438 min
Change Makers: A Podcast from APHTransitional ServicesEDITORS NOTE: College Success @ Perkins is now available to students in grades 9-12. On this episode of Change Makers, we highlight the numerous services available with a discussion lead by members from APH, AERBVI, College Success @ Perkins and VisionServe Alliance. On this Podcast (In Order of Appearance)Sara Brown, APH Public Relations ManagerKathryn Botsford, Digital Content Strategist and Lead Researcher, APH ConnectCenterOlaya Landa-Vialard, Director, APH ConnectCenterLee Nasehi, President & CEO, VisionServe AllianceMark Richert, Interim Executive Director at Association for Education and Rehabilitation of the Blind and Visually ImpairedLeslie Thatcher, Director, College...
2021-06-1052 min
Voices of Vision LeadersDiversity and Inclusion with Tai TomasiWe sit down with Tai Tomasi, Director, Accessibility, Diversity and Inclusion at the America Printing House for the Blind (APH) to talk about her upcoming keynote at the VSA Executive Leadership Conference. Join us at the VSAELC 2021. Register now at www.vsaelc.com
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2021-04-2613 min
Voices of Vision LeadersBelonging and Cooperation with Kevin O'ConnorWe are joined by Kevin O'Connor, CSP, LCPC, LMFT, CCMHC, AAPL/ACHE, keynote speaker at our upcoming Executive Leadership Conference (VSAELC). Kevin gives us a peek into his keynote and to create belonging and togetherness, especially after this crazy year of being apart. Register to attend Kevin's session and so much more at www.vsaelc.com.
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2021-04-1922 minACB Events20210222-leadership conference day 2 breakout B2-Rehabilitation
Doug Powell, Chair, ACB Rehab Issues Task Force, Falls Church, VA (Moderator); Lee Nasehi, President & CEO, VisionServe Alliance, Winter Park, FL; Kelly Buckland, Executive Director, National Council on Independent Living, Washington, DC; & Bill Robinson, President, National Council of State Agencies for the Blind, Lansing MI
Find out more at https://acb-events.pinecast.co
2021-03-0355 minACB Events2021-02-21 Fireside Chat with Leaders from Across the Blindness Field
Join us for a special event with ACB President Dan Spoone, as he sits down for a fireside chat with leaders from across the blindness field, including Mark Richert, Interim Executive Director for the Association for Education and Rehabilitation of the Blind and Visually Impaired (AER), Kirk Adams, President & CEO of American Foundation for the Blind (AFB), Craig Meador, President of the American Printing House for the Blind (APH), Don Overton, Executive Director of Blinded Veterans Association (BVA), Mark Riccobono, President of the National Federation of the Blind (NFB), and Lee Nasehi, President & CEO of VisionServe Alliance.
2021-02-222h 03
Voices of Vision LeadersNSITE by NIB with Jonathan LucusWe speak with Jonathon Lucus, Senior Director of Workforce Development at NIB and the NIB National Social Business Enterprise, NSITE. This new initiative by the National Industries for the Blind (NSITE) provides a continuum of employment services that connect employers with talented, dedicated people who are blind, visually impaired, and/or veterans to meet their workforce needs. Check them out today at www.nsite.org
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2021-02-1415 min
Voices of Vision LeadersTechnology and Ophthalmologists with Dr. Cal RobertsWe sit down with Lighthouse Guild International President and CEO, Dr. Cal Roberts to discuss their new focus in technology and how to get ophthalmologists to refer their clients. Dr. Roberts shares about their upcoming new smart home and assistive technology center. www.lighthouseguild.org
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2021-02-0132 minACB Advocacy UpdateOutlook for the 117th CongressDescription
On this episode of the ACB Advocacy Update, Clark Rachfal is joined by a couple familiar voices in new places. We speak with ACB First Vice President Mark Richert, and friend of ACB, Paul Schroeder. Mark is the interim Executive Director for the Association of Education and Rehabilitation for the Blind and Visually Impaired, and is now the Director of Public Policy for the VisionServe Alliance. Paul is now the Vice President, Government and Community Affairs for the American Printing House for the Blind. With combined decades of advocacy and public policy experience, Mark and Paul...
2021-01-2159 min
Voices of Vision LeadersWelcoming Change as a Guest with Bob KodzisWe are joined by Bob Kodzis, Flight of Ideas, a keynote speaker at the Executive Leadership Conference. Bob shares a deeper look at his session Ready For Anything with use. He focuses on how change should be an invited guest we welcome when it comes rather than an intruder that we attempt to fight off and delay. www.flightofideas.net
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2020-11-2322 min
Voices of Vision LeadersDelight and Wow Moments with Teri YanovitchWe are joined by Teri Yanovitch, author and former Disney Institute speaker to talk about her upcoming keynote session at the Executive Leadership Conference (VSAELC). She shares how to delight your clients and add "wow" moments to your organization that keep people coming back, donating, and volunteering.
www.vsaelc.com
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2020-10-2814 min
Voices of Vision LeadersYour Story. Your Brand. with Mark FreidWe are joined by Mark Freid, founder of Think Creative Inc. to discuss the importance of sharing your story adn keeping your values at the center of your brand. Get a taste of Mark's upcoming keynote session at the Executive Leadership Conference (VSAELC). Register to attend today. vsaelc.dryfta.com/
www.thinkcreativeinc.com/
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2020-10-2218 min
Voices of Vision LeadersThe CHAT System with Claudia VirgaWe are joined by the upcoming VSAELC keynote speaker, Claudia Virga, Founder of The CHAT System to talk about how this communication system can help leaders network and connect in an increasingly virtual world. Don't forget to register for the Executive Leadership Conference at VSAELC.com
www.thechatsystem.com/
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2020-10-1522 min
Voices of Vision LeadersBlind & Beyond Radio Show with the GoldersWe are joined by Michael and Lynne Golder of the Blind and Beyond Radio Show to talk about how their show is helping bridge the gap between the sighted and blindness communities. Listen to their radio show Sundays at 7 pm EST. Just say "Alex, play WOKB 1680". www.blindandbeyondradioshow.org. tunein.com/radio/WOKB-1680-s23142/
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2020-08-2422 min
Voices of Vision LeadersNW Association for Blind Athletes with Billy HenryWe are joined by Billy Henry, President, and Founder of the Northwest Association for Blind Athletes. We talk to Billy about his story, how he came to found NWABA at 15 YEARS OLD, and how their organization has pivoted during the pandemic. Hear the good being done in the North West and how this young leader has grown his organization from a small start-up to providing across multiple states. www.NWABA.org
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2020-08-1719 min
Voices of Vision LeadersAccessible Voting with ACB and NFBWe are joined by Lou Ann Black Deputy Executive Director Blindness Initiatives at NFB and Clark Rachfal, at ACB to discuss voting with a disability. Guest host Paul Schroeder, Senior Public Policy Advocate at VisionServe Alliance.
Election Assistance Commission round table discussion on accessible voting during the COVID: https://www.eac.gov/roundup-and-review-virtual-roundtable-assist-voters-disabilities-and-election-officials
Blind Voter’s Guide, Blind Voter Registration Drive Guide, Accessible Vote-By-Mail Toolkit available, the blind voter experience video, and other resources: https://www.nfb.org/programs-services/center-excellence-nonvisual-access/national-center-nonvisual-election-3
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2020-08-1120 min
Voices of Vision LeadersOffice of Disability Employment Policy (ODEP) with Jennifer SheehyWe are joined by Jennifer Sheehy, Deputy Assistant Secretary leading the Office of Disability Employment Policy (ODEP), U.S. Department of Labor. The mission of ODEP is to develop policy that increases job opportunities for youth and adults with disabilities. Staring guest Host Paul Schoeder.
ODEP: www.DOL.gov/odep
SAW/RTW: www.dol.gov/odep/topics/SAW-RTW/research-publications.htm
RETAIN https://www.dol.gov/odep/topics/SAW-RTW/how-to-apply.htm
NILG: https://www.nationalilg.org/
EARN: AskEARN.org
JAN: AskJAN.org
PEAT: PEATWorks.org
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2020-07-2024 min
Voices of Vision LeadersFitness Programs with Mark LucasWe sit down with Mark Lucas, Executive Directors of USABA to see how blind athletes and fitness programs are being affected during COVID 19. Are you a part of a fitness program as an individual with a visual impairment? Are you offering a fitness or health program at your organization? Share it with us at info@visionservealliance.org or on our social media pages: @VisionServeAlliance @VisionServeA . View resources on Blind fitness programs: bit.ly/vvlfitnessprogram
www.usaba.org
mlucas@usaba.org
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2020-07-1819 min
ACB Conference and Convention20200710 010 Morning General Session with Convention ConnectFriday, July 10
9:30a.m.: ACB Welcome Show
10:00a.m.: Invocation: Joseph Bundy, Noble, OK
Pledge of Allegiance: Ross Pangere Scholarship Winners: Brielle Cayer, Middletown, CT; Anna Ohrt, Issaquah, WA; Matthew Turner, Eagle, ID
Organizational Management System (Traction): Dan Spoone, ACB President, Orlando, FL; and Eric Bridges, Executive Director, Alexandria, VA
ACB Angel Presentations:
Carol McCarl (1938 – 2019) Oregon
Patricia LaFrance Wolf (1942 – 2013) California
Presiding officer: Kim Charlson, Immediate Past President, Watertown, MA
10:45a.m.: ACB Public Awareness Program: Kelly Gasque, Alexandria VA; Katie Fredrick, Columbus, OH; and Deb Cook Lewis, Clarkston, WA
11:05a.m.: Lee Nasehi, President & CEO, VisionServe Alliance, St. Louis, MO
2020-07-113h 57
Voices of Vision LeadersGuide Dog Training with CUSDOGSWe are joined by Sandy Merrill, Chairmen of the Council of US Dog Guide Schools (CUSDOGS), and CEO of Guide Dogs of Texas as well as David Locklin, Director of Programs at Leader Dogs for the Blind. We speak about the difficulties of guide dog training during COVID, new initiatives for training users from a distance, and the latest priorities in the guide dog community.
www.leaderdog.org
www.guidedogsoftexas.org
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2020-06-3020 min
Voices of Vision LeadersDistance Learning with Virginia JackoWe sit down with Miami Lighthouse for the Blind President & CEO, Virginia Jacko, and Director of Technology, Bill Rivera to talk about their distance learning platform and how they are adapting during the pandemic. We talk about the importance of accessible learning now more than ever while so many are learning from home.
www.miamilighthouse.org
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2020-06-2324 minVoices of Vision LeadersVirtual EventsExecutive Pathways Series: Navigating the Return to the Workplace: bit.ly/ExecutivePathwaysseries
Spiel & Steal: https://bit.ly/spielsteal
State of Vision rehabilitation in the Age of COVID-19: bit.ly/stateofvisionrehab
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2020-06-0803 min
Voices of Vision LeadersAccreditation With Elly Du PreWe are joined by Dr. Elly Du Pre, DPA, Consultant to AER, and Executive Director of Flordia Associations for the Blind (Florida ASB). We talk about the value of accreditation and living independently with a visual impairment. Dr. Dup Pre shares how she got started working in the blindness and low vision field.
www.aerbvi.org
www.beyondvisionloss.org
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2020-06-0122 min
Voices of Vision LeadersEarly Intervention with Diane NelsonEarl intervention, virtual teaching from home, providing in multiple states, and caring for children during COVID-19. We speak with Diane Nelson, Executive Director of Visually Impaired Preschool Services (VIPS) to hear how she is meeting the needs of her community in Kentucky and Indiana for children with visual impairments. If you are interested in donating to VIPS, you can text "vips" to 56651.
VIPS Website: www.vips.org/
VIPS Virtual Gala & Auction: www.cbo.io/bidapp/index.php?slug=vips
Line Lofts: www.indyeast.org/1815-2/
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2020-05-1824 minACB Advocacy UpdateVisionServe AllianceOn this episode of the ACB Advocacy Update, ACB Executive Director Eric Bridges speaks with Lee Nasehi, President & CEO of VisionServe Alliance. Learn about who composes the membership of VisionServe Alliance and what role they are playing within the blind and visually impaired community. For more information about VisionServe Alliance, visit www.visionservealliance.org. To access a transcript of this podcast, visit: https://acb.org/acb-advocacy-update-transcript-5-14-20.
2020-05-1430 min
Voices of Vision LeadersLaughs & Educational Content with Mark RichertWe are joined by Mark Richert, Interim Executive Director of AER. Mark shares the unique position of stepping into an executive role right before a global pandemic and how AER is trying to pivot and maintain in the new normal.
AER Website: www.AERBVI.org
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2020-05-1132 min
Voices of Vision LeadersEOS: Built for the Crisis with Courtney PlotnerWe are joined by Courtney Plotner, President & CEO of the Association for the Blind and Visually Impaired South Carolina (ABVISC). We talk about EOS, Entrepreneurial Operating System, and how it has prepared ABVISC to weather the storm of a crisis. We offer EOS implementation to all VSA members. Learn more and schedule a 90 min meeting to discuss your business on our website: www.visionservealliance.org/consulting/
EOS worldwide: https://www.eosworldwide.com/
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2020-05-0412 min
Voices of Vision LeadersVocational Training with Sharon GiovinazzoWe are joined by Sharon Giovinazzo, Executive Director of World Services for the Blind to hear what they doing to help train the workforce of tomorrow through their vocational training services. Hear how COVID-19 has affected their residential campus and how they are keeping it light amongst a pandemic.
World Services for the Blind: www.wsblind.org/
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2020-04-2722 min
Voices of Vision LeadersCongressional Vision Caucus with Sara BrownWe are joined by Sara Brown, Director of Governmental Affairs at Prevent Blindness to hear what they doing to advocate for nonprofits serving people who are blind and visually impaired and their constituents. Hear about the Congressional Vision Caucus (CVC), a bipartisan coalition of Congressional Members dedicated to strengthening and stimulating a national dialogue and policy on vision-related problems and disabilities. Prevent Blindness was instrumental in the initial formation of the caucus and works closely with its members today.
Congressional Vision Caucus: www.preventblindness.org/congressional-vision-caucus
Prevent Blindness: www.preventblindness.org/
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2020-04-2019 min
Voices of Vision LeadersEducation, Employment, & Digital Resources with Kirk AdamsWe talk about blindness education, employment of people who are visually impaired, and digital resources during COIVD-19. We are joined by the American Foundation for the Blind President and CEO, Kirk Adams to hear what AFB is doing to provide support to the blindness field with their digital leadership conference.
"[during trying times]... get centered on your values and set a daily intention around living your values. Our values are learning, collaboration, innovation, and excellence...and you don't do any of these things by yourself. " - Kirk Adams
AFB COVID-19 Resources: bit.ly/afbcovid
2020-04-0621 min
Voices of Vision LeadersWorking WITH the community, not just FOR it - Eric BridgesWe are joined by Eric Bridges of the American Council of the Blind to discuss working from home and working WITH the community, not FOR the community of people who are blind or visually impaired. We get a unique prescriptive from a membership organization on how COVID-19 has affected them proving services. To learn more about ACB, becoming a member, and to see how you can get involved, visit their website at acb.org.
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2020-04-0321 minVoices of Vision LeadersLeaders, Share Your Voice!How has your organization been affected by COVID-19? How are you adjusting to a "new normal"? Share your voice with the Voices of Vision Leaders podcast. Do you have a topic your dying to hear about? Do you want to come on the show as a guest? We want to know whats on your mind and share it with our listeners. Send us a request at info@visionservealliance.org.
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2020-04-0101 min
Voices of Vision LeadersProviding Virtual Services with Mike McGowanWe speak with NOAH Executive Director, Mike McGowan on how he is providing electronic & virtual services to his community throughout the Unites States. We discuss the International efforts NOAH is taking to bring communities from around the world together to improve the lives of people living albinism and hypo-pigmentation . See how you can get involved with NOAH at www.albinism.org
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2020-03-3014 min
Voices of Vision LeadersServing Veterans with Visual Impairment with Joe BogartWe speak with Joe Bogart, Executive Director of the Blinded Veterans Association on how he is serving people with visual impairments that have served out country. We speak on a number of legislative bills, and how the COVID-19 Virus is effecting veterans in the blindness community. #VVL #VoicesOfVisionLeaders
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2020-03-2716 min
Voices of Vision LeadersPaul Schroeder: Senior Policy AdvocateLee is joined by Paul Schroeder, VisionServe Alliances newest team member. We learn about Paul's background in advocacy, how he got into the game, and why public policy is so important to him. As VSA begins to take a larger role in public policy issues, we start to examine what is a priority for people living with blindness and visual impairment. #VVL #VoicesOfVisionLeaders
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2020-03-2314 min
Voices of Vision LeadersSpecial Edition: Event Cancellation & Contingency PlanningMany of you have had fundraising events and conferences that have been canceled or are under the threat of being canceled. We too have been dealing with these new circumstances with the CEO Summit in April. We all have questions about how to handle event planning in light of COVID-19. Listen now to the special edition of Voices of Vision Leaders Podcast to help address some of these concerns. We are joined by Patty Richbourg, Senior Director of Global Accounts and Jill Slater, Managing Director with HelmsBriscoe, a professional event planning consulting firm. Together between them they have decades of...
2020-03-2020 min
Voices of Vision LeadersTrailer: Event Cancellation and Contingency PlanningI'm sure many of you have questions about how to handle event planning in light of COVID-19. Tune in Friday 3/20 for a special podcast on Event Cancellation and Contingency Planning. We will be joined by Patty Richbourg, Senior Director of Global Accounts and Jill Slater, Managing Director with Helmsbirscoe, a professional event planning consulting firm. Together between them they have decades of experience working in the hospitality and meetings industry. They will share their experience as event coordinators during this public health threat and answer your questions on event cancellation and contingency planning.
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2020-03-1801 min
Voices of Vision LeadersNetworking Leadership with Jane Wei-SkillernListen to VisionServe Alliance's first podcast as we speak with Jane Wei-Skillern, Senior Fellow at The Center for Social Sector Leadership, UC Berkeley’s Haas School of Business. Lee Nasehi sits down to discuss "Network Leadership" with Jane and how collaboration helps grow the mission, not just the organization. Want to hear more on networking leadership? Jane will be a keynote speaker at our CEO Summit April 26-29 in Albuquerque, NM. Register now!
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2020-03-0619 min