From San Francisco to Capitol Hill: Alexis Flores on Advocacy

Alexis Flores is the chemical production line lead at LightHouse for the Blind and Visually Impaired in San Francisco, a nonprofit that empowers people who are blind or visually impaired through training, education, and resources. He manages production operations while also taking part in the hands-on manufacturing process. Starting as a production assistant, Alexis learned to operate machinery and adapt processes for accessibility, which led him to a leadership role. Through community support and advocacy groups, he has been inspired to achieve success both professionally and personally. In this episode… For Alexis Flores, advocacy isn't just a role—it's a calling. As chemical production line lead at LightHouse for the Blind and Visually Impaired in San Francisco, Alexis has seen firsthand the power of employment to transform lives. Now, he's using his role as an NIB Advocate for Leadership and Employment to champion broader change—speaking out about the barriers created by SSDI income limits, urging policymakers to expand employment opportunities through the AbilityOne Program, and representing his community on Capitol Hill. In this episode, Alexis reflects on why advocacy matters, how lived experience shapes his leadership, and what it means to stand up for people who are blind in the workplace and beyond.