Big Apple and Diversity

I had a wonderful day yesterday traveling to New York and meeting with new friends. I had the opportunity to travel and discuss diversity and disability with The New York Times advertising director for recruitment specializing in diversity Mark Szollar. You can tell, Mark is one of those great “connectors” of people and ideas! I met the NY Times Chief Diversity Officer as well. I was blessed to travel with Laura Dehmer of the Albany Colonie Chamber of Commerce, who so kindly introduced us.
We discussed ways to expand the conversation about diversity/inclusion and including disability employment opportunities. We each have other people we want to introduce to one another to expand our reach. Only by growing the conversation, can we advance the employment and education opportunities for all.
As someone in media for 20+ years, what a treat to talk diversity in the media capital of the world. We talked sports, too! I am truly honored.
Our Ability is continuing to look for ways to enhance the conversation about disability employment and education in the United States, and the Times can be a great partner.