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Tuesday Jun 17, 2025
9:00 AM - 10:30 AM CDT
$20 Attendee
This session will address the essential knowledge businesses need to create inclusive, accessible workplaces for individuals living with disabilities. Panelists will discuss the legal, cultural, and practical considerations of building a disability-inclusive workforce.
Ideal Panelists:
John Gotwald (Moderator) – Discussing challenges of living with a disability and access to services
Assured HomeCare – Insights on readiness, accommodations, and care-related implications
TotalLink2 Community – Employment support expertise for individuals with disabilities
Wilson & Wilson – Legal compliance and ADA readiness
Key Discussion Points:
Why should businesses hire individuals with disabilities?
How do you foster a culture of inclusion in the workplace?
Understanding legal requirements vs. best practices in ADA compliance
Job coaching, onboarding, and retention support: providing opportunities for growth
Surprising myths about hiring individuals with disabilities
Customer and employee feedback on hiring people with disabilities
What are the costs associated with hiring individuals with disabilities?
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