Nelnet Demo Theater Snippet | M-Enabling Summit How can organizations tackle accessibility debt before it becomes a mountain? At the 2025 M-Enabling Summit Demo Theater, Nelnet Digital Accessibility Services introduced a practical model for scaling accessibility programs: ATaaS (Accessibility Team as a Service). In this demo, Marc Lind highlights: 1. The common challenges new and mature accessibility teams face — from unclear ownership to limited budget and training 2. How technical and design debt builds over time, especially after audits reveal hundreds of issues 3. Why a structured, service-based accessibility model can help organizations move from reactive fixes to sustainable, organization-wide impact From evolving regulations to expanding accessibility beyond a single team, the session underscores a key reality: without a clear strategy, accessibility debt continues to grow. The Demo Theater is a featured part of the M-Enabling Summit, bringing accessibility technology and services to life through short, live demonstrations of solutions that help organizations build more inclusive digital experiences. Want additional ways to get engaged with M-Enabling? 1. Subscribe to our Newsletter: https://shorturl.at/dDi6M 2. Submit your speaker proposals for M-Enabling 2026: https://shorturl.at/E0r8z 3. Explore the interviews from the M-Enabling Summit: https://shorturl.at/QalZb #mEnabling25 #GlobalAccessibility #DigitalAccessibility #AccessibilityStrategy #AccessibilityMatters Nelnet

How can organizations tackle accessibility debt before it becomes a mountain?

During the #mEnabling25 Demo Theater, @nelnet.bsky.social  introduced a practical model for scaling accessibility programs: ATaaS.

Check out the snippet: https://shorturl.at/GdnhJ

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M-Enabling Summit Interview (Featuring Michael Bervell) | M-Enabling Summit Growing Accessibility by Investing in People At the 2025 M-Enabling Summit, we were thrilled to chat with Michael Bervell, Founder & CEO at TestParty, whose commitment to accessibility extends beyond products and into building the next generation of leaders. Our conversation with Michael highlights a core recurring theme from the M-Enabling Summit: we accelerate progress by sharing learning, encouraging curiosity, and prioritizing community. At M-Enabling, professionals naturally engage in candid exchanges with peers, and spontaneous discussions advance accessibility topics. For Founders and CEOs like Michael, M-Enabling offers business leaders a place to listen, exchange ideas, and build trust across sectors. The Summit is a reminder that collaboration, long-term partnerships, and an openness to learn drives sustainable accessibility progress. We were proud to have TestParty sponsor the 2025 M-Enabling Student Ambassadors program, ensuring that students could access the Summit and have a seat at the table to learn and participate fully in the global accessibility conversation. By removing barriers to access, Michael and his team at TestParty helped create opportunities for young professionals to engage directly with leaders, ideas, and real-world practice. Thank you to TestParty and Michael Bervell for investing in people and helping shape a more accessible future. Learn how your company can become the Student Disability Ambassador sponsor for the 2026 M-Enabling Summit by visiting: https://shorturl.at/c3Dmk #GlobalAccessibility #mEnabling25 #NextGenAccessibility #AccessibilityLeadership #a11y #FutureOfAccessibility

At #mEnabling25 we spoke with Michael Bervell, who shared how accessibility is driven by learning, dialogue & leadership.

Thank you, TestParty sponsoring the Student Ambassadors at the Summit so they could get engaged!

Full interview: https://shorturl.at/zUq75 #a11y

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Peter Korn, Larry Goldberg, and Alan Brightman sitting in front of a M-nabling backdrop with the G3ict and IAAP logos. At the bottom right is an M-Enabling Summit circular icon logo.

Larry Goldberg, Alan Brightman, and Lawrence Carter-Long sitting in front of a M-nabling backdrop with the G3ict and IAAP logos. At the bottom right is an M-Enabling Summit circular icon logo.

Alan Brightman and Lawrence Carter-Long sitting in front of a M-nabling backdrop with the G3ict and IAAP logos. At the bottom right is an M-Enabling Summit circular icon logo.

Memorable moments from #mEnabling25: The debut of the "For The Rest Of Us" podcast!

Thank you to the speakers, guests & attendees for engaging and participating!

Sponsor: 3Play Media

On-demand M-Enabling recordings: https://shorturl.at/BnVFw

#GlobalAccessibility #mEnabling25

Crawford Technologies Demo Theater Snippet | M-Enabling Summit It’s Possible to Scale Document Accessibility With the Right Tools During the 2025 M-Enabling Summit Demo Theater, Crawford Technologies showcased how automation can simplify one of the most persistent accessibility challenges by making documents accessible at scale. In this fast-paced demo, Ernie Crawford, President & CEO, and Ligia Mora, Sr. Product Manager, highlight: 1. Why accessible PDFs remain critical to enterprise and government workflows 2. How purpose-built, automated remediation removes complexity from document accessibility 3. The power of tools like AccessibilityNow Remediate to quickly scan, tag, and transform documents for accessibility Last year, we were thrilled to bring together the Demo Theater and feature amazing companies that are helping to advance accessibility through innovative products and services, bringing accessibility technology to life with short, live demonstrations of tools that transform digital documents, workflows, and user experiences. Although this is just a snippet, you can access the full Demo Theater session - in addition to other sessions - available on-demand for both attendees and non-attendees. Access the event recordings and explore the innovations shaping a more inclusive digital future by visiting: https://shorturl.at/BnVFw #mEnabling25 #DigitalAccessibility #DocumentAccessibility #AccessiblePDFs #a11y #AccessibleTech

At the #mEnabling25 Demo Theater, Crawford Technologies showcased how automation can make documents accessible at scale.

In this demo, they share:
Why accessible PDFs are critical
How automation removes complexity
& more

Access the snippet: https://shorturl.at/UqxFU
#a11y

State of Digital Accessibility Report | 2025-2026 Discover how more than 1,600 professionals are scaling digital accessibility with AI and leadership support. Explore our annual market research report.

#mEnabling25 Gold Sponsor, Level Access, has been a contributor to advancing a11y across sectors. The research, supported by @g3ict.bsky.social & @iaaporg.bsky.social, brings insight into how orgs bring accessibility into strategy, design & innovation.

Explore the report:

M-Enabling Summit Student Ambassador Interview (Featuring Annisa Yudiani) | M-Enabling Summit Global Accessibility, Powered By The Next Generation At the 2025 M-Enabling Summit, we were proud to welcome and talk with Annisa Permata Yudiani, a 2025 M-Enabling Student Ambassador from the University of Michigan, whose journey reflects the truly global nature of accessibility leadership. Originally from Indonesia and studying human-computer interaction in the U.S., Annisa represents a growing wave of young professionals who are choosing to embed a mission of accessibility within their career path. Inspired to attend M-Enabling by Indonesian accessibility advocate and pioneer Rahma U., Annisa joined the Student Ambassador Program to learn from global leaders and bring that knowledge back to strengthen accessibility efforts in her home country. Her experience reinforces what M-Enabling continues to show year after year: accessibility progress accelerates when emerging leaders are given access, mentorship, and a global platform. We’re proud that students and early-career professionals are playing an active role in shaping the future of inclusive technology, policy, and practice. Now in its second year, we are thrilled that a growing number of students are embracing accessibility and leaning into accessibility-focused careers globally. Thank you to TestParty and Michael Bervell for sponsoring the 2025 Student Ambassadors! We also want to thank Stephane Leblois, MA for leading these conversations and helping amplify student voices within the global accessibility community. Interested in accessibility or inclusive technology? Follow M-Enabling Summit and IAAP - International Association of Accessibility Professionals to learn how students and young professionals can get involved to shape a more accessible world. #GlobalAccessibility #mEnabling25 #NextGenAccessibility #InclusiveInnovation #a11y #AccessibilityLeadership #FutureOfAccessibility

At the 2025 M-Enabling Summit, we were proud to interview Annisa, a 2025 M-Enabling Student Ambassador from the University of Michigan, whose journey reflects the truly global nature of accessibility leadership.

Check out the interview: https://shorturl.at/fb4dL #mEnabling25 #a11y

M-Enabling Summit 2025 Attendee Interviews | Lisa Catino The 2025 M-Enabling Summit connects with Lisa Catino, Digital Academic Designer - McGraw Hill, to get their thoughts and perspective on the M-Enabling Summit...

At the M-Enabling Summit, our convo with Lisa Catino focused on how progress in accessibility depends on questioning existing structures to design for diverse experiences.

Explore #mEnabling25 interviews: https://shorturl.at/QalZb
Check out Lisa's video:

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Missed #mEnabling25 or want to revisit your favorite sessions?

Over 50 on-demand recordings are now available, including plenaries, breakouts & more!

Available through Feb 1, 2026 & pre-approved for @iaaporg.bsky.social credits!

Access the recordings now: https://shorturl.at/BnVFw

#Accessibility

M-Enabling Summit 2025 Attendee Interviews | Dustin Giannelli The 2025 M-Enabling Summit connects with Dustin Giannelli, CEO & Founder, Keynote Speaker - HearsDustin.com , to get their thoughts and perspective on the M...

Together, we go far.

#mEnabling25 welcomed our first-ever MC, Dustin Giannelli. His interview emphasizes M-Enabling essence: a shared purpose & community driving accessibility.

Access the interviews: https://shorturl.at/QalZb
Check out Dustin's interview:

2025 M-Enabling Summit Promoting Accessible Technologies and Environments Post show recordings now on demand. Available for purchase through Feb 1 2026. Behind text is a laptop and phone featuring images from the 2025 M-Enabling Summit of speakers.

50+ #mEnabling25 recordings are now available, featuring main plenary sessions, breakout sessions & more!

Attendees will receive an email with login details.
Non-attendees: Recordings can be purchased through Feb. 1, 2026.

Access recordings: https://shorturl.at/Qf2DR

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Jonathan Thurston and Marcie Roth, of Infinite Access, will present at the 2025 M-Enabling Summit, taking place Oct. 6-8 in Arlington VA. Learn more at www.m-enabling.com #a11y #accessibility #DisabilityTech #mEnabling25 www.bridgemultimedia.com

Win IAAP Merch! This week, stop by the IAAP booth at m-enabling and drop your business card for a chance to win IAAP merchandise! Drawings will happen during the am and pm breaks Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday. featuring icons of shirts bags and water bottles.

Win IAAP Merch!

This week, stop by the IAAP booth at m-enabling and drop your business card for a chance to win IAAP merchandise!

Drawings will happen during the am and pm breaks today and tomorrow.

Good Luck!

#IAAP #A11Y #MEnabling25

Win IAAP Merch! this week stop by the IAAP booth at m-enabling and drop your business card for a chance to win IAAP merchandise! Drawings will happen during the am and pm breaks Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday. featuring icons of shirts bags and water bottles

This week, stop by the IAAP booth at m-enabling and drop your business card for a chance to win IAAP merchandise!

Drawings will happen during the am and pm breaks Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday. 

#IAAP #A11Y #MEnabling25

The Accessible Icon Project The Accessible Icon Project is an ongoing work of design activism. It starts with a graphic icon, free for use in the public domain, and continues its work as a collaboration among people with disabil...

I love how the project began as street activism, using stickers to spark dialogue on disability and inclusion. That grassroots effort led to official adoption of the active icon worldwide.

As I prepare for #mEnabling25, I’m inspired to explore new accessibility activism in 2025.

accessibleicon.org

2025 M-Enabling Summit A11y Chats Spotlight, "Cognative" Thematic Focus. To the left is a microphone. Five headshots below: Hiren C. Shukla (EY); Christopher Lee (G3ict/IAAP), Lisa Smyth (Everway), Robert Felgar (Raz Mobility), Cathy Bodine (University of Colorado & Coleman Institute for Cognitive Technologies). The backdrop is blue with green and white accents.

#mEnabling25 A11y Chats Spotlight | Cognitive Thematic Focus

This session of A11y Chats will feature interviews including EY, Everway, Raz Mobility & the University of Colorado, exploring how a11y, neurodiversity & innovation create solutions.

Register: https://shorturl.at/CeX0d

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A11y meets compliance & gives a competitive edge

Join #mEnabling25 for “From Compliance to Competitive Edge: The Power of Accessibility Research in Omni Ecommerce Experiences” with UX leaders from Walmart, Sam’s Club & more for better insight.

Register: https://shorturl.at/CeX0d

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Tomorrow it begins!

Over the next 3 days, the #mEnabling25 will highlight advancements in AI, inclusive design, and more, while fostering the connections & collaborations necessary to turn ideas into action.

Join us: https://shorturl.at/GWlYi

#GlobalAccessibility #a11y

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Reminder: The Welcome Mixer kicks off #mEnabling25 from 6–8 PM ET in the Conference Center Foyer.

Check in, get your badge & be one of the first 200 attendees to receive a free drink ticket from our sponsor, Blind Institute of Technology.

We are excited to start the Summit with the community!

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🚨 Last Call: Only 2 Days Left to Get Your Virtual Pass for #mEnabling25!

This is your moment. Don’t miss it!

Register now for your Virtual Pass: https://shorturl.at/SgY4H

#mEnabling25 #AccessibilityMatters #AssistiveTech #AI #DigitalAccessibility

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#MEnabling25 is just around the corner ⤴️ Stop by Booth 17 to discuss tools that empower every contributor to ensure accessible digital experiences.

Schedule a meeting with us, or catch Christina Adams' demo session (Oct 6, 3:10 PM)

More 👉 https://direc.to/nJkF

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Join us on Sun. 6–8 PM ET for the #mEnabling25 Welcome Mixer

Sponsored by the Blind Institute of Technology, this is your chance to connect, network & build community.

The first 200 attendees who join the mixer will receive a free drink ticket!

#Networking

2025 M-Enabling Spotlight. Text of the top banner 2025 M-Enabling Summit Banner logo. Below is the title “Agentic AI for Natural Interfaces and Hyper Personalization”. Four headshots below: Jonathan Thurston (Infinite Access); Sara Basson (Google); Naeem Komeilipoor (Neuroscientist, BCI Innovator, and Accessibility Technologist); and Lauren C. Lobrano (Amazon). The backdrop is blue with green and white accents.

Accessibility isn’t one-size-fits-all.

Join us at #mEnabling25 for “Agentic AI for Natural Interfaces and Hyper-Personalization” with leaders from Infinite Access, Google, Amazon & more to explore adaptive, personalized AI shaping inclusive tech.

https://shorturl.at/CeX0d

2025 M-Enabling Summit Exhibit Demo Theater 10-Minute Demos. Below are the titles of the demos: A11yNow In Action: Small Teams Big Impact; Scaling Accessibility with AI & Human Expertise: A Practical Blueprint; Beyond Compliance: Making PDFs Equally Accessible for All. Five headshots to the right: Abhay Kapur (BarrierBreak); Shilpi Kapoor (BarrierBreak); Andrew Chung (Level Access); Corbb O'Connor (Level Access); Kristin Yokota (Continual Engine). The backdrop blue with green and white accents.

Discover Innovation at the #mEnabling25 Exhibitor Demo Theater!

This session will feature 10-minute live demos where exhibitors bring a11y solutions to life, highlighting innovations from: @barrierbreak.bsky.social, @levelaccess.bsky.social & Continual Engine.

Register: https://shorturl.at/CeX0d

2025 M-Enabling Summit A11y Chats Spotlight, "International" Thematic Focus. To the left is a microphone. Six headshots below: David Banes (Equitable AI Alliance); Jan McSorley (Knowbility), Klaus Hoeckner (Austrian Association for the Blind and Low Vision), Stephane Leblois (G3ict/IAAP), Mark Walker (AbilityNet), Christopher Lee (G3ict/IAAP), Claire Change (APAC Authentic Inclusion Association). The backdrop is blue with green and white accents.

#mEnabling25 A11y Chats Spotlight | Accessibility Professionals’ Community Chats

Live from the M-Enabling Global Recording Studio, this session features interviews that spotlight the pathways, resilience & insights shaping today’s a11y careers.

Register: https://shorturl.at/CeX0d

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5 Days Until The M-Enabling Summit

Whether you join us in Arlington, VA, or participate virtually from anywhere in the world, #mEnabling25 provides an opportunity to learn, connect & be inspired.

Register: https://shorturl.at/GWlYi

#DigitalAccessibility #GlobalAccessibility

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#mEnabling25 Town Hall: The Future of Work for Accessibility Professionals with Respect to AI

Join Georgia Institute of Tech, @cisco.com, @texasdir.bsky.social & Austrian Association of the Blind & Low Vision to learn how AI is reshaping inclusive design, policy, & more.

https://shorturl.at/ntrXB

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#mEnabling25 Session Spotlight: Accessible Multimedia on a Budget

Learn low-cost, practical ways to make audio & video content inclusive - including captions, transcripts, audio descriptions & more.

Led by Zoltan Hawryluk of @PublicisSapient.

Register: https://shorturl.at/ntrXB

M-Enabling Summit. Online registration by Cvent

We look forward to meaningful discussions and partnerships that will help shape a more accessible environment for children and youth with disabilities in Africa and beyond.

Learn more: www.m-enabling.com
#menabling25 #GlobalAccessibility #DigitalAccessibility #a11y

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Join #mEnabling25 virtually!

With the Virtual Pass, you’ll have a front-row seat to 50+ sessions shaping the future of accessibility.

- Stream select plenaries, panels & more
- Network through our event app
- Replay recorded sessions

Register: https://shorturl.at/51Xc0

#a11y

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10 Days to Go Until The M-Enabling Summit

Whether you’re a policymaker, developer, researcher, or advocate, #mEnabling25 is where ideas become solutions and partnerships drive global change.

Get your in-person or virtual pass now: https://shorturl.at/GWlYi

#GlobalAccessibility