Disability Matters with Joyce Bender focuses on the employment and empowerment of people with disabilities. Episodes feature prominent disability leaders such as Congressman Tony Coelho, Governor Dick Thornburgh, Andy Imparato, and senior executives from the private sector.
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Importance of Giving Back During Holidays and Year-Round
December 22, 2015 · 53 min
During this season of giving, Joyce welcomes Jeff Fields, corporate relations officer for World Vision. World Vision is a Christian humanitarian organization dedicated to working with children, families and their
Variety The Children’s Charity: ‘My Bike’, and ‘My Voice’ Programs
December 15, 2015 · 51 min
During this season of giving especially to children, Joyce welcomes back Charlie LaVallee, CEO of Variety, the Children’s Charity of Pittsburgh. Variety’s mission is to provide children with disabilities in
Emily Ladau, Disability Rights Activist, Communications Consultant, and Writer
December 8, 2015 · 53 min
Joyce welcomes Emily Ladau who is a passionate disability rights activist, communications consultant, and writer. She uses her skills as a communications consultant, to harness the powers of communication and
American Heart Association Services and Fundraising Efforts
December 1, 2015 · 52 min
Joyce welcomes Steve Dentel, American Heart Association(AHA) national consultant, quality improvement and Shannon Lesnock, American Heart Association, senior Heart Ball director, Greater Pittsburgh Region to the show. Mr. Dentel will
National Epilepsy Awareness Month, Phil Gattone
November 24, 2015 · 56 min
As we celebrate National Epilepsy Awareness Month, Joyce welcomes Phil Gattone, president and CEO of the national Epilepsy Foundation to the show. He will discuss the mission of the organization,
Mission of Community Living and Support Services CLASS
November 17, 2015 · 52 min
Joyce welcomes Al Condeluci, chief executive officer of Community Living and Support Services (CLASS) in Pittsburgh. Mr. Condeluci is also an accomplished author, speaker, and advocate for people with disabilities.
Brien J. Smith: Duties as medical director of Spectrim Health Medical Group Grand Rapids, Michigan
November 10, 2015 · 52 min
Joyce welcomes Brien J. Smith, the immediate past chair of the national Epilepsy Foundation to the show. Dr. Smith will discuss his accomplishments while chair of this organization.
ADA Centers
October 27, 2015 · 51 min
Joyce welcomes Marian Vessels, director of the Mid-Atlantic ADA Center, Robin Jones, project director of the Lake Erie ADA Center, and Oce Harrison, director of the New England ADA Center.
AudioEye, Inc. Helps Business Comply with Section 508 of the Rehabilitation Act
October 20, 2015 · 55 min
Joyce welcomes Dr. Carr Bettis, chairman of the board and executive chairman of AudioEye, Inc. Also on the show will be Todd A. Bankofier, a member of AudioEye’s advisory board.
Jerry MacCleary, president of Convestro LLC Has Strong Commitment to Hiring People with Disabilities
October 13, 2015 · 56 min
Joyce welcomes Jerry MacCleary, president of Covestro LLC (formerly Bayer MaterialScience LLC) for North America. He also leads the Polyurethanes business for the North American region, a responsibility he has