Marcie Roth: December 3, 2024 - WID Promotes Disability Issues
Release Date: 12/03/2024
Nicole Clark: Expert on Autism Awareness Discusses the Latest Advancements in Treating This Population
Disability Matters
April is Autism Awareness Month. To commemorate this, Joyce welcomes Nicole Clark Co-Founder and CEO of Adult and Pediatric Institute for Health and Wellness. She is also an expert on Autism Awareness insights. Ms. Clark will share her duties at the Institute and discuss the latest advancements in treating those on the Autism spectrum.
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Sadie Restivo: Executive Director of PAAR Discusses How Organization Has Served Pittsburgh Community for over 50 Years
Disability Matters
Joyce welcomes Sadie Restivo, Executive Director of Pittsburgh Action Against Rape (PAAR). PAAR has been serving the Pittsburgh community for over 50 years through advocacy, counseling, prevention, and education. It was the first victim service agency in Allegheny County, and one of the first rape crisis centers in the nation. The agency was incorporated as a non-profit entity in 1972 and has been providing essential no-cost services to victims of sexual violence in Allegheny County for 50 years. Ms. Restivo will highlight the programs and services offered to the community by this vital...
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Walsh/Houghton: New CEO of iDisability and Co-Founder Discuss Direction of Organization Under New Leadership
Disability Matters
Joyce welcomes the organization’s new Chief Executive Officer, John F. Walsh III and Andrew Houghton, Co-Founder of ®, to the show. As leaders in disability employment and accessibility, Joyce serves as Chief Executive Officer of Bender Consulting Services, Inc., and Andrew as President of DisabilityInclusion Solutions. Discussed will be John's appointment after incredible growth of iDisability since its founding in 2016, and the planned direction of the organization under its new leadership.
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Ellen Duffield: Highmark Wholecare Continues Long-Standing Commitment to Hire People with Disabilities
Disability Matters
Joyce welcomes Ellen Duffield, President and CEO of Highmark Wholecare, to the show. Highmark Wholecare is a managed care organization caring for the whole person - physically, mentally, and socially. It is committed to connecting its members with the right resources to meet their whole health needs. Among the topics Ms. Duffield will cover with listeners include: her story of how she became the President and CEO of Highmark Wholecare, who is eligible to become a member of Highmark Wholecare, and the personal reason she supports the commitment that Highmark Wholecare places on hiring...
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Homme/Zomp: Bender Consulting Services Sponsors Webinar on Resume Building /Marketing Yourself in Today’s Changing Job Search Environment
Disability Matters
Joyce welcomes Gerald Homme, Manager of Talent Acquisition and Technology and Jill Zomp, Talent Acquisition Coordinator with Bender Consulting Services, Inc., to the show. Joyce, Jill, and Gerald will be discussing the recent webinar sponsored by Bender Consulting Services, Inc. The webinar, Master Resume Building & Networking in a Changing Job Market, was held virtually on Monday, March 10, 2025. The webinar provided insight into resume preparation for people making a career change. Topics covered in the webinar included how to identify and highlight transferable skills that make a...
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Hammerstrom/Rubin: The Bender Leadership Academy Prepares High School Students with Disabilities for the World of Work
Disability Matters
Joyce welcomes Scott Hammerstrom, Manager of Programs and Partnerships, and Bonnie Rubin, Senior Program Specialist with the Bender Leadership Academy, to the show. This non-profit organization empowers students with disabilities to address bullying, pursue education, and achieve their career goals. During the show, the guests will share how to support this worthwhile organization and highlight the missions of the Ready to Lead and Junior Student Leaders program. Joining them will be Alex Walmsley, a graduate of Bender Leadership Academy, and high school senior, CJ Reicks currently engaged in...
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Alexander Geht – Designer, Innovator, and Founder of Testa-Seat
Disability Matters
Joyce welcomes industrial designer and entrepreneur, Alexander Geht, to the show. He will explain why he has dedicated his career to pioneering adaptive seating solutions for children with disabilities. He is dedicated to developing innovative, accessible, and transformative solutions through digital manufacturing.
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Hannah Smith: Author/Advocate for Food Allergy Communities
Disability Matters
Due to a program change, appearing on Disability Matters today is Hannah Smith, a passionate children's book author and dedicated advocate for the celiac and food allergy communities. Through her inspiring journey and heartfelt stories, Ms. Smith empowers children to embrace their unique identities and teaches the importance of inclusion and compassion. She will share her own diagnosis of celiac and how a gluten-free diet led her to manage her condition. Joyce A. Bender Career Highlights Serves as CEO of and Board Chair and Founder of , a non-profit organization focused on...
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Debra Germany: Helping Current/Former Incarcerated Adults and At-Risk Youth Reach Full Potential
Disability Matters
Joyce welcomes Debra Germany the Executive Director of Divine Intervention Ministries (DMI). DMI provides currently and formerly incarcerated adults and at-risk youth with coordinated resources that will connect them to supportive services and job training opportunities focusing on restoring and realizing their maximum potential spiritually, physically, and economically. Ms. Germany will share the programs and services available to support this mission and vision of the organization. Joyce A. Bender Career Highlights Serves as CEO of . and Board Chair and Founder of , a non-profit...
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Barãta A. Bey: Driving Mission of African American Chamber of Commerce of Western Pennsylvania
Disability Matters
Tomorrow on Disability Matters, Joyce welcomes Barãta A. Bey, President, African American Chamber of Commerce of Western Pennsylvania to the show. He will share its mission and explain the ways that the organization helps African American businesses prosper in the region. Barãta A Bey is a seasoned Community Development Officer with over 12 years of experience in DEI, community engagement, and finance within the banking industry. Skilled in developing innovative lending strategies and small business programs, Barãta has led impactful initiatives such as a Small Business Ecosystem in...
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