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Human Potential At Work

by Debra Ruh

How do we bring out the potential in all people, including those with disabilities? Get ready to be inspired, hear success stories and learn tips and principles for bringing out the best in the people in your organization. Brought to you by Debra Ruh, CEO of Ruh Global and Sara Ruh, Chief Inspiration Officer. For more information visit www.ruhglobal.com

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Episodes

  1. E362: Unleashing Human Potential: Empowering Voices with Paul Polman

    Join host Debra Ruh, CEO of Ruh Global Impact and co-founder of Billion Strong, in a conversation with a business leader, and climate and equalities campaigner, Paul Polman. As the former Unilever CEO and leader of the UN Global Compact, Paul shares insights on leadership, inclusion, and the…

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  2. E356: Educating the Next Generation of Digital Health Clinicians and Consumers

    Digital Health Leader Dipu Patel joins the program to discuss the intersection of digital health and improving patient experiences.

  3. E355: Disability Debrief- With Peter Torres Fremlin

    Peter Torres Fremlin joins the program to discuss his newsletter, Disability Debrief, which is dedicated to helping people keep up with disability news from around the world and the people that are making change happen.

  4. E353: How Indeed is Supporting Disability Inclusive Employment

    Donna Bungard, Indeed's Senior Accessibility Program Manager for Marketing, joins the program to discuss how Indeed is supporting Disability Inclusive Employment.

  5. E352: Open Ear Headphone Design- with Auricle CEO Pedro Costa

    This episode features a conversation with Auricle CEO Pedro Costa. Auricle is an audio startup that is on a mission to bring out a completely novel and fresh concept of a personal audio consumer electronics product that uses open-ear bone-conduction headphones.

  6. E351: Meet Regina Blye from the Christopher & Dana Reeve Foundation

    Regina Blye, Chief Program and Policy Officer for the Christopher & Dana Reeve Foundation, joins the program to provide an overview of the work that the Foundation is doing. Regina also discusses the challenges that people with spinal cord injuries face and the policy changes that are needed to...

  7. E350: Meet Disability Advocate Jessica Lopez

    Disability Advocate Jessica Lopez joins the program. Born without hands and feet, Jessica's lived experience as a disabled woman informs her advocacy for more inclusive and accessible education and workforces.

  8. E349: The ADA Digital Accessibility Lawsuit Report

    Tune in as Jason Taylor, Chief Innovation Strategist and advisor to UsableNet CEO joins the program to discuss the 2022 ADA Digital Accessibility Lawsuit Report.

  9. E348: Navigating the Job Market: A Guide for People with Disabilities

    In the latest episode of Human Potential at Work, Debra Ruh converses with special education teacher and disability advocate, Jacob Levy, who is also the founder of Searchable LLC. Jacob, himself a person with a learning disability acquired at birth, leverages his unique information-processing...

  10. E347: Staying close together with "Alisha Bee" Forrester Scott

    Join Alisha Bee Forrester Scott and Debra Ruh as they discuss the importance of staying close and working together to be servant leaders. Learn more about Ruh Global Impact and Billion Strong, an identity and empowerment organization designed to bring the billions of voices of persons with...

  11. E346: Update on Billion Strong 501 C3.

    In this episode of Human Potential At Work, Debra Ruh and LaMondre Pough discuss the importance of identity and empowerment for persons with disabilities. They also introduce Billion Strong officially as a 501 C3 organization designed to bring the billions of voices of persons with disabilities...

  12. E345: Estela Lugo: Empowering Persons with Disabilities.

    In this episode of Human Potential at Work, we speak with Estela Lugo, a leader in the disability rights movement. Estela shares her story of how she became an advocate for persons with disabilities and how she is working to empower them. We also discuss the importance of collaboration and how we...

  13. E344: Making a Difference with Deem

    Debra Ruh and April Durrett discuss how Deem positively impacts the world. Learn about the importance of creating inclusive workplaces, how to make sure initiatives are successful, and how to join the Billion Strong global community. Plus, find out more about Deem at www.deem.com.

  14. E343: Accelerating Accessibility: Tips for Employers and Employees with Cam Beaudoin

    In this episode of Human Potential at Work, Debra Ruh, CEO of Ruh Global Impact and executive chair of Billion Strong, interviews Cam Beaudoin, founder of Accelerated Accessibility. Cam shares his expertise on accessibility and accommodations in the workplace, providing tips for both employers…

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  15. E342: Empowering Disability Voices with Emily Ladau

    In this episode of Human Potential At Work, we hear from disability rights advocate Emily Ladau as she talks about her journey, her work in the disability community, and how everyone can become part of the global movement to empower people with disabilities. Learn more about Emily and her work at...

  16. E341: Exploring Inclusion and Empowerment with Kendra Kroll

    In this episode of Human Potential At Work, host Debra Ruh sits down with Kendra Kroll, CEO of Undercover Solutions and creator of PortaPocket. The two discuss Kendra's journey in the special events industry and how she developed her innovative product that promotes inclusivity and empowerment…

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  17. E340: Exploring Disability Inclusion with Andy Garrett of GSK

    In this episode of Human Potential At Work, host Debra Ruh speaks with Andy Garrett, a leader in the field of disability inclusion, about his own experiences with disability and his work at the global pharmaceutical company GSK. They discuss GSK's commitment to inclusion and how the company is...

  18. E339: Discovery Awards and Enable India

    In this episode, Debra interviews Dipesh and Den from Enable India. After two years of success, Project Discovery goes international with its latest Discovery Awards to be announced later this year. The international challenge will conclude with two grassroots winners presenting their stories to…

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  19. E338: Gratitude Concert. Music as a tool for Growth.

    In today´s episode, Debra interviews Martin Byrial, a composer who understands the power of music to transform emotions and heal people. He shares his story of how music has helped him through tough times and how it can help others find their strength and potential. This episode discusses how…

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  20. E337: Dan Bena, 500 words or less, true stories of purpose, passion, and life lessons.

    In this episode, Debra Interviews Dan Bena, Award-winning Purpose, ESG, and CSR Executive (former PepsiCo), Coach & Mentor. They go over Dan´s career, and his new book 500 words or less available here: https://www.danbena.com/, and they also dive deep into the work his wife is doing to support…

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  21. E336: Ensemble. Every voice counts!

    In this episode, Debra interviews Sara Smolley, the co-founder of Voiceitt, a company whose vision is to empower people with disabilities with accessible voice technology that helps them connect with others and live more independently. The ensemble is a community initiative to collect voice...

  22. E335: M-Enabling Summit 2022, 10th anniversary

    In this episode, Debra interviews Axel Leblois about the M-Enabling Summit 2022, the 10th anniversary of this great event. This year the topic of the summit is "Digital Inclusion: Strategies for Equal Opportunities." The event will have some incredible speakers and great surprises for everyone.…

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  23. E334: Disability Advocacy #Peoplesmart and maturity models

    In this episode, Debra interviews Jodie Greer a holistic disability inclusion consultant enabling organizations that care about enabling their staff, their customers and their business. They talk about the world of disability advocacy and consultancy and what being #PeopleSmart means.

  24. E333: Unlocking the Value of Hidden Human Potential.

    In this episode, Debra interviews Charlotte DalesCEO and one of the co-founders of Inclusively an inclusion platform that empowers employers with accommodations insights, access, training, and support they need to attract and retain previously untapped talent.

  25. E332: Purpose Driven Leadership with Carol Van Den Hende

    In this episode, Debra interviews Carol Van Den Hende an entrepreneurial, inspiring leader who unlocks the optimism and opportunity of the future through my creative hats in global business and in the community. They talk about her role on Mars, her new book, and everything in between.

  26. E331:Navigating the Maze of Benefits and Resources

    In this episode, Debra interviews Eric Jorgensen, creator of True North Disability Planning, an organization that helps families and professionals navigate the maze of benefits, resources, and services available to those with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities. You can learn more…

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  27. E330: Purple space and Purple light up

    In this episode, Debra interviews Graeme Moffat and Kate Nash from Purple Space, the world's only professional development hub for disability network leaders; they dive deep into the new book Purple Space and what Employee Resource Groups can do to keep the momentum going.

  28. E329: Elevating Disability Pride, Together.

    In this episode, Debra interviews Tiffany Yu, CEO & founder of Diversability, an award-winning social enterprise to elevate disability pride, and the founder of the Awesome Foundation Disability Chapter. They go over Tiffany´s story and what Diversability is doing for the community of people with...

  29. E328: We need to make accessibility profitable

    In this episode, Debra interviews Neil Charles Milliken, VP and Global Head of Accessibility for Atos; they go over the role a division like Neil's has in such a large organization, the nuances around accessibility, and how it helps everyone not just people with disabilities. Remember that Neil...

  30. E327: The intersection of mental health, sustainable development, and regenerative urban design.

    In this episode, Debra interviews Arslan Abtahi M.D., who is at the intersection of science, technology, sustainability, entertainment, and social entrepreneurship. In this episode, they dive deep into the environment around people and how smart cities can help remove barriers for all.

  31. E326: Just be confident! With Tamyah Jordan

    In this episode, Debra interviews Tamyah Jordan, a visually impaired model and advocate. They dive into her experience in the modeling industry and how anyone can pursue their dream.

  32. E325: Zillow working on Equity and Belonging

    In this episode, Debra interviews Denise Reed Lamoreaux, Director of Equity & Belonging at Zillow, a tech real-estate marketplace company; in this conversation, they go over what is needed in this role and how she is helping make Zillow a better, more inclusive company overall.

  33. E324: Empowerment through connection. An update on Billion Strong.

    In this episode, Debra is joined by Richard Streitz, who first started working with accessibility, universal design concepts, and processes 30 years ago while as a Walt Disney Imagineer. He is now one of the world´s experts in Smart Cities and Metaverse, incorporating those concepts into those...

  34. E323: Empowerment through Connection. An update on Billion Strong.

    In this episode, Dr. LaMondre Pough joined Debra to go over the mission of Billion Strong and how this new organization connects people with disabilities to each other in the community. It is connecting people with companies, governments, and other non-profit organizations that all work in…

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  35. E322: Everyone Can Engage to Create a More Inclusive World!

    In today´s episode Debra Interviews Rupert Roniger Chief Executive Officer at LIGHT FOR THE WORLD an organization whose goal is to improve health systems in the poorest regions of the world, enable education for all, and amplify the voices of people with disabilities in the workplace and beyond....

  36. E321: Relationships, Confusion, and Loss

    Patti Ashley joins Debra Ruh again to talk about the realities of grief and its relation to love; complicated grief is not easy. Debra shares a lot about her experience with the loss of her husband in a robust conversation that will help anyone that has dealt or is dealing with grief from losing…

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  37. E320: Accessibility is Relevance

    In today´s episode, Debra interviews Dave Dame, a seasoned technology executive who is passionate about designing and developing hardware and software for users of all abilities. And they go over the state of accessibility and diversity, and inclusion in a fascinating conversation.

  38. E319: You Can't Be Afraid to Try

    In this episode, Debra is joined by Tiffany Eickhoff, a Paraprofessional at the Special School District of St. Louis County; they discuss Tiffany's lived experiences with disabilities and provide recommendations, What people with disabilities that are really struggling to get accepted in school…

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  39. E318: Understanding Trauma

    In this episode, Debra is joined by Doug Foresta, self-described as a doorman turned therapist turned podcaster, who joins Debra Ruh again to go over one of the most relevant topics in recent years, Trauma, PTSD, and its myriad implications in the lives of everyone. The world seems to be more and...

  40. E317: The Narrative Method with Shari Foos

    Today's guest is Shari Foos and she is the creator of the narrative, thenarrativemethod.org they dive into the social justice aspect of teaching empathy to doctors, making doctors aware of the person and the whole person, and not to just see people as their diagnosis.

  41. E316: Transforming Lives Through Homeownership

    John Mallett, America’s Mortgage Coach, joins the program for a second time and goes over some of the crucial facts surrounding homeownership and the steps necessary to get there. Millennials are the largest demographic group buying homes, even if we all believe it is impossible. If you are…

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  42. E315: GAAD Accessibility Across the Board with John Samuel.

    In this special episode celebrating Global Accessibility Awareness Day (GAAD), Debra interviews John Samuel, co-founder of ablr, a Disability Inclusion, and Digital Accessibility company; they go over the personal story of John and the importance of making accessibility available across the board...

  43. E314: Supporting Disability-Owned Businesses.

    In today´s episode, Debra interviews Funmi Lawal, founder and inventor of CLIP-KNIX, the fantastic company that creates adaptive front fastening underwear; they go through the difficulties in setting up a business as a person with a disability and how we can support them. Please visit:...

  44. E313: Perceivable, Operable, Understandable, Robust and Enjoyable

    In today´s episode, Debra talks to Gareth, Director at Ab11y.com and The Readability Group, and Ex-Head of UX Design and Accessibility at the BBC. They go over the importance of making Accessibility a sustainable component of business and the tools that Gareth and his teams are creating to…

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  45. E312: Empowering People Through Technology

    In today´s episode, Debra interviews Hilton Supra, Vice-Chair of Ztudium; they explore the power of technology in empowering people worldwide to create positive change. With fascinating points around the metaverse, blockchain, and other emerging technologies, this is a must-hear conversation for...

  46. E311: Understanding Accessibility Inside Big Organizations

    In today´s episode, Debra talks to Beatriz Gonzalez, Head of Accessibility & Digital Inclusion Central Europe at Atos, and they go in-depth into the reality of incorporating accessibility in big organizations and some of the best practices that we should apply when working on accessibility. Do…

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  47. E310: Driving Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion in the Workspace

    In today´s episode, Debra features Martine Kalaw from Martine Kalaw Enterprises, a boutique firm that supports human resources professionals to gain confidence in driving diversity, equity, and inclusion in their workspaces. They explore the principles that make this work a reality and about her...

  48. E309: Embracing the Unconventional: A High School Junior Making a Difference in the World

    This episode features an interview with Okezue Bell, a junior in high school who is working on projects including neuroengineering research, developing prosthetics and engaging in genetics research. Okezue's interview will give you faith and hope in the emerging workforce!

  49. E308: Neurodiversity at Work

    This episode features an interview with Aidan Healy, Founder and Chairman at Healy Consultants Group , as he reveals why senior leaders should care about neurodiversity. Discover examples of positive adjustments for those with neurodifferences, and how organizations can engage line managers.

  50. E307: SonicCloud: The Power of Personalized Sound

    In this episode you'll hear from Larry Guterman, co-founder of SonicCloud, as he provides an overview of SonicCloud and how it helps personalize sound for people with all degrees of hearing loss.

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How do we bring out the potential in all people, including those with disabilities? Get ready to be inspired, hear success stories and learn tips and principles for bringing out the best in the people in your organization. Brought to you by Debra Ruh, CEO of Ruh Global and Sara Ruh, Chief Inspiration Officer. For more information visit www.ruhglobal.com

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