5 Tips for Being Effective When Working Remotely
As the global workforce navigates changes to where and how we do business during the Coronavirus (COVID-19) Pandemic, I wanted to share some tips for my brothers and sisters in
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What Message Will You Share About Your Commitment to the Disability Community During the Coronavirus Pandemic?
A few weeks ago, just as the majority of companies were making the decision to request employees work remotely in response to the COVID-19 outbreak, our leadership decided to give
#BlackDisabledLivesMatter
Saturday, June 6th there was a March in DC, protesting the death of George Floyd, by black disabled people; #BlackDisabledLivesMatter. Many black people with disabilities have been brutalized by the
Memories of Cheryl Sensenbrenner by Her “Democrat Friend”
I met Cheryl Sensenbrenner in 2007 when she served as the board chair of the American Association of People with Disabilities (AAPD); I knew immediately that we would become friends.
Access for All
It always is such an honor to participate in informational exchanges with the U.S. State Department. I have enjoyed my trips to Panama, South Korea, Indonesia, Japan and Kazakhstan. Although
Welcome 2022
When looking back over the past two years, our Bender story is one of perseverance and commitment. I want to thank our customers who have stood by me and been
Winter Access
Here in Pittsburgh, we sit just a few hours south of the Great Lakes region snowbelt that runs along the Lake Erie shoreline and covers parts of northeastern Ohio and
Office Space Solutions that Consider Accessibility for Employees with Disabilities Hard to Find
As with many businesses, my company has experienced changes since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic resulting in the decision to reconsider and redefine what the workplace will look like
Stand Out as a Candidate with Two Little Words
It seems to be becoming more and more frequent that candidates ask our recruitment team if the thank you note is a thing of the past. There are some things
Mental Health Disability Disclosure at Work: A Candid Discussion of Why We Don’t Disclose Part 1
Over the years, many employers have shared their struggles with getting employees with mental health disabilities to identify as an individual with a disability. They have increased opportunities to identify