Bio

As a consultant and sought-after speaker, I am a subject matter expert in accessibility and leadership, and their interrelationship with organizational transformation and cultural change. I help organizations become barrier-free, enabling full participation, including persons with disabilities. I hold a Masters in Inclusive Design & Accessibility (MDes) and have twenty plus years of direct high-level working and implementation knowledge in accessibility. Areas of expertise include: • Conducting ICT accommodation, accessibility reviews, and assessments (includes websites). • Facilitating necessary shifts in organizational cultures. • Meeting AODA, ADA, and Sections 503, 504 & 508, and WCAG compliance requirements. • Developing and reviewing project plans, policies, standards and checklists for implementation of accessibility best practices. As an advisor on several projects from the IDRC, the AODA standards committees, and Service Canada, I provide consulting, research and assessment services in ICT accessibility policies and standards. One of my most noteworthy achievements was bringing the Canadian banks and two insurance companies together in 2006 to work on accessibility – creating the still active, Canadian Financial Institute on Assistive Technology Forum (CFIAT). Major Honours • IAAP Outstanding Team Collaboration, 2019 • Queen Elizabeth II Diamond Jubilee Medal. Recognized by Lieutenant Governor David Onley, for outstanding leadership. Honouring significant contributions and achievements in Canadian accessibility and employment, 2013. • Scotiabank Award for Women’s Global Leadership, 2009. What Can You Expect Working With Me My outcomes-driven approach is measurable and offers impactful results for organizations that want to improve their bottom line; embrace diverse employees in their organization; and increase their customer-base and market share. Contact me: pina@aequumaccess.com