Episodes
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#348: Navigating the Job Market, A Guide for People with Disabilities
Jacob, a person with a learning disability acquired at birth, leverages his unique information-processing style to help neurodiverse and disabled job seekers navigate the job market.
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#362: Unleashing Human Potential: Empowering Voices.
Paul shares insights on leadership, inclusion, and the power of empowering billions of people with disabilities. Dive into Paul's journey, his work with the Kilimanjaro Blind Trust, and support for the Valuable 500. Discover how courageous companies and organizations can transform society and...
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#347: Staying close together.
Alisha Bee Forrester Scott and Debra Ruh discuss the importance of staying close and working together to be servant leaders.
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#346: Update on Billion Strong 501 C3.
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.
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#345: Empowering Persons with Disabilities.
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 can all work together to create a more...
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#344: Making a Difference.
Learn about the importance of creating inclusive workplaces, how to make sure initiatives are successful, and how to join the Billion Strong global community.
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#343: Accelerating Accessibility.
Debra Ruh interviews Cam Beaudoin, founder, and CEO of cambeaudoin.com. Cam is a speaker on disability inclusion and accessibility and hosts a weekly LinkedIn Live show every Friday called "Normalize It! The Business of Disability Inclusion and Accessibility".
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#342: Empowering Disability Voices.
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 for all.
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#341: Exploring Inclusion and Empowerment.
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 for all.
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#340: Exploring Disability Inclusion
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...
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#339: Discovery Awards and Enable India
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 an international...
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#337: 500 words or less.
Dan Bena, 500 words or less, true stories of purpose, passion, & 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:...
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#336: 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...
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#335: 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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#334: 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. This…
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#333: 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. This episode was recorded live on...
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#332: 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. This…
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#331: A world with equal access to benefits and resources for all.
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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#330: 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. This episode was…
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#329: 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...
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#328: 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...
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#327: 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. This…
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#326: 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. This episode was recorded live on Facebook, captioned and streamed on facebook www.facebook.com/debraruh or in the...
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#325: 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. This episode was...
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#324: Human-Centric Design in Smart Cities and the Metaverse. 
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...
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#323: Empowerment through connection.
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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#322: 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....
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#321: Relationship, 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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#320: 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. This episode…
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#319: 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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#318: 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...
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#317: 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. This episode was recorded…
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#316: 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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#315: GAAD Accessibility Across the Board with John Samuel
In this special episode published on May 20th, 2022, to celebrate 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...
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#314: 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:...
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#313: 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 advance...
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#312: 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...
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#311: Understanding Accessibility inside big organizations.
Description: 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...
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#310: 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...
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#309: Embracing the Unconventional
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! This episode was…
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#308: Neurodiversity at Work
This episode features an interview with Aidan Healy, CEO at Lexxic , 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. This episode was recorded live on...
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#307: SonicCloud Personalizing 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. This episode was recorded live on Facebook, captioned and streamed on facebook...
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#306: How to Change Views and Attitudes about Challenges
This episode is hosted by LaMondre Pough, CEO of Billion Strong, and features a conversation with Morten Bonde, author of the book “Sentenced to Blindness Now What?” as he discusses his journey of being diagnosed with an incurable eye disease that is causing him to go blind. Morten shares tips…
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#305: A deep dive into long-term care with Alexander Chaverri Carvajal.
In this episode, LaMondre Pough who hosts today’s episode, has a very candid conversation with Alexander Chaverri Carvajal on the nuances of long-term care; they explore the current global state of long-term care and also take a look at what could be the future. This episode was recorded live on...
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#304: Youth Innovation and Preparing the Next Generation For the Future of Work
This episode features an interview with Kelly Lovell, Founder & CEO of BridgingTheGap Ventures, as she discusses the work that she is doing helping bridge opportunity gaps for young people and preparing them for the future. Discover why the world needs the contributions of young people more than...
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#303: Disability Inclusion and Black History Month: A Conversation with Billion Strong CEO LaMondre Pough
Billion Strong CEO LaMondre Pough returns to the program to discuss his own career journey as well as the connection between disability inclusion and black history month. Discover the importance of celebrating and affirming all forms of diversity. This episode was recorded live on Facebook,...
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#302: Creating a Youth-Led Digital Skills Movement
Dr. Sassi is the Founder & CEO of MentorNations, a youth-led digital skills and entrepreneurship movement that enabled tens of thousands of young people to code across twelve countries. In this episode, she outlines how she came to her current work, as well as the work she does as Chief Penguin…
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#301: We the 15 A Movement for an Inclusive World
Craig Spence, Chief Brand and Communications Officer for the International Paralympic Committee, joins the program to discuss “We the 15,” which plans to initiate change over the next decade by bringing together the biggest coalition ever of international organizations from the world of sports,...
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#300: Reviewed’s New Accessibility Section- with Editor Sarah Kovac
This episode features a conversation with Sarah Kovac, accessibility editor for Reviewed, part of the USA Today network. Sarah discusses her own background and how she came to her current position, Sarah reveals the types of products that are reviewed, and how the community has come together to...
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