“‘Positive all the Way’ is a well-made and highly watchable documentary that reveals the story behind the fundamental changes to the ways in which the Paralympics have been delivered and received in the 21st century.” – Dr. Ju Gosling, Artistic Director for Together! 2020 Disability Film Festival

LOS ANGELES (PRWEB)
December 22, 2020

“Positive All the Way”, a documentary short from The Foundation for Global Sports Development and Sidewinder Films, won “Best Documentary” at the Together! 2020 Disability Film Festival. The film chronicles the growth of the Paralympic Games under the leadership of Sir Philip Craven, who was the president of the International Paralympic Committee (IPC) for 17 years. The Paralympic Games are a multi-sport event for athletes with physical, mental, and sensorial disabilities. The event takes place just after the Olympic Games in the same host city.

Premiering on PBS earlier this year, “Positive All the Way” features interviews with Sir Philip Craven and Paralympians Allison Compton and Katy Sullivan. Also interviewed are Xavier Gonzalez, the former CEO of the IPC; Craig Spence, the current Chief Brand and Communications Officer at the IPC; Tony Sainsbury, who has served as chef de mission for several Paralympic Games; and T.J. Quinn, a reporter for ESPN.

“As a sports-focused foundation, we know firsthand the impact sport can have in transforming society,” said Dr. Steven Ungerleider, the film’s director and producer. “As filmmakers, we also understand that documentaries like ‘Positive All the Way’ can be a powerful tool to build awareness and education around topics like disability and the Paralympic Games.”

The UK-based Together! 2020 Disability Film Festival is hosted by Together! 2012 CIC, which is led by disabled artists based out of East London. The organization was founded during the 2012 Paralympic Games in London and is creating a Paralympic cultural legacy. This year the festival was held virtually, and all recordings of live events are available to view online.

Dr. Ju Gosling, Artistic Director for the festival, said, ““Our priorities for the Kat Awards are strong storytelling, highlighting the lived experiences of Deaf/Disabled people from diverse backgrounds, together with the overall theme for our Together! Disability History Month Festival 2020 of ‘Making History’. ‘Positive all the Way’ is a well-made and highly watchable documentary that reveals the story behind the fundamental changes to the ways in which the Paralympics have been delivered and received in the 21st century. It clearly describes how activist Sir Phil Craven changed history by changing the way that Disabled people are perceived within wider society through changing the Paralympics.”

David Ulich, director and producer of ‘Positive All the Way,’ said, “It is an honor to receive the Kat Award for Best Documentary. One of our goals with the film was to exemplify how people with disabilities can and have changed the world. Sir Philip, along with thousands of Paralympians over the decades, have been ambassadors for disability and sport.”

‘Positive All the Way’ can be streamed on PBS.org. To learn more about the film and The Foundation for Global Sports Development, please visit http://www.globalsportsdevelopment.org.

About The Foundation for Global Sports Development and Sidewinder Films

The Foundation for Global Sports Development, established in 1996, was born out of a desire to promote and protect the best parts of sport. Guided by its original mission, the foundation delivers and supports initiatives that promote accessible, fair, and abuse-free sport for youth. The foundation achieves this objective through grants, awards, educational projects, and filmmaking. In 2015, the foundation launched its media company, Sidewinder Films, to inspire and educate audiences through films that shed light on the remarkable, untold stories that celebrate the sport of life. Visit http://www.globalsportsdevelopment.org and http://www.sidewinderfilms.org to learn more.

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In its 2021 federal budget, the Trump administration included extreme funding cuts to programs helping disabled citizens including individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD).

These individuals lean on the support of others to be able to participate in average activities, including things like cooking, getting dressed, and participating in work or social activities. When we see funding cuts, people with disabilities are at high risk of slipping through the cracks.

CLEARWATER, Fla. (PRWEB)
December 21, 2020

In its 2021 federal budget, the Trump administration included extreme funding cuts to programs helping disabled citizens including individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD). This disaster in funding will not only cut the quality and length of services provided to those with IDD, but it could also place them in a position to lose everything they have. Individuals with IDD rely on consistent caregiver interactions to achieve quality of life goals while completing activities of daily living; if funding for these programs is cut, these people will suffer significant setbacks that could even lead to homelessness. “These individuals lean very heavily on the support of others to be able to participate in average activities, including things like cooking, getting dressed, and participating in work or social activities. When we see funding cuts, people with disabilities are at high risk of slipping through the cracks,” says Dr. Craig Escudé, President of Health Risk Screening.

As the current administration prepares to leave the White House, legislators have proposed several last-minute Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) funding cuts that would leave individuals with IDD without proper care. Today, almost half of all SSDI recipients under 50 years old have intellectual disabilities, and 75% of those over age 50 live with physical or intellectual impairments.(1) The latest proposals would slash funding for Social Security disability benefits by $2.6 billion over the next decade—plus, they would require millions of current beneficiaries to navigate through red tape to re-prove their disability status every two years.(2) The budget cuts will affect a variety of services provided to those living with IDD, such as state councils and university centers focused on developmental disabilities, access to qualified therapists and caregivers, and many protection and advocacy programs.(3) Centers serving individuals with IDD may be forced to turn these people away, and even medical professionals working with these particular individuals may lose their jobs due to lack of funding.

In the early 1980s, the Reagan administration enacted similar measures in what has become known as the “Reagan disability purge”. Beneficiaries living with conditions like Down syndrome, cerebral palsy, and even end-stage cancer were informed they were no longer considered disabled, and, as a result, millions lost their disability benefits.(4) Tragically, thousands committed suicide, and thousands more lost access to programs and services that helped them live as normally as possible in society.(4) History would repeat itself if Trump’s proposed cuts move forward. People living with IDD may lose access to monetary benefits, housing, professional caregiving services, and more.

Already, many agencies who support people with IDD aren’t able to provide a basic level of support and services because they cannot pay for enough staff members and other necessities. Additionally, many centers are shifting focus away from budget constraints to providing the COVID-19 vaccine to high-risk individuals, many of whom have intellectual disabilities.

People who live with IDD do best with routines involving support from people who understand them and know them personally, including how they communicate things like pain or discomfort. These support givers know how to watch for the early signs of medical illness, which may vary greatly from individuals without IDD. Legislators could greatly benefit by personally visiting centers for people with IDD to inform themselves about the challenges and struggles these people face on a daily basis while witnessing the high level of support and attention paid to each person.

Dr. Escudé says, “Funding cuts may force people with IDD to lose support from people who know them well or have to change their living arrangements completely. This will increase the risk of serious health conditions being unnoticed which can lead to unneeded suffering and even death. I call on legislators and those in power to visit programs and hold hearings to learn from people with disabilities and their supporters what is truly at risk before cutting funding.”

About Health Risk Screening, Inc.:

Health Risk Screening, Inc.’s roots began in 1992. HRS is an industry leader in training courses, webinars, and materials to help at-risk populations. HRS’s focus is on developing tools and training for the person-centered support of these vulnerable populations. Through the education of government agencies and service providers, HRS aims to improve lives. One such tool is the Health Risk Screening Tool, of which HRS is the sole developer, producer, and distributor. The web-based HRST is the most widely used and validated health risk screening instrument for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities. With unrelenting focus, HRS works to fulfill its mission of improving the health and quality of life for people faced with these types of vulnerabilities. For more information, visit http://www.hrstonline.com.

1. “Chart Book: Social Security Disability Insurance.” Center on Budget and Policy Priorities, 22 Sept. 2020, cbpp.org/research/social-security/chart-book-social-security-disability-insurance.

2. Vallas, Rebecca. “Trump Administration Cuts to Social Security Disability Benefits among the Cruelest.” USA Today, Gannett Satellite Information Network, 29 Jan. 2020, usatoday.com/story/opinion/todaysdebate/2020/01/27/trump-administration-cuts-disability-benefits-among-cruelest-editorials-debates/4592737002/.

3. “Trump Budget Calls For Cuts To Disability Programs.” Disability Scoop, 13 Feb. 2020, disabilityscoop.com/2020/02/13/trump-budget-calls-for-cuts-to-disability-programs/27812/.

4. Eberle, Marie. “Is The Next ‘Disability Purge’ Underway?” Medium, Feministly, 28 Jan. 2020, medium.com/feministly/is-the-next-disability-purge-underway-c963de53f842.

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GoMarketing.com offers ADA Website Compliance Development, a Customizable Visitor Interface, and Artificial Intelligence for All Business Websites.

“A decade ago, web accessibility and usability may not have been the major issue, but now it can create severe legal hurdles for businesses. GoMarketing has extended its efforts and ensure business sites are ADA compliant for all visitors,” said Richard Uzelac, CEO of GoMarketing.

THOUSAND OAKS, Calif. (PRWEB)
December 08, 2020

“A decade ago, web accessibility and usability may not have been the major issue, but now it can create severe legal hurdles for businesses. GoMarketing wants to extend its efforts and ensure business sites are ADA compliant for individuals with temporary or permanent disabilities. Today, many individuals experience limitations that prevent them from accessing and using the internet,” said Richard Uzelac, the CEO and Founder of GoMarketing Inc. “GoMarketing understands that web accessibility and ADA compliance is all about leveling the playing field to increase participation,” said Uzelac added.

It’s never too late to integrate compliant ADA solutions for a business website, but a delay can be costly. “GoMarketing utilizes standard ADA tools on the business site and alters the website for compliance manually. Once we integrate a software solution on the business site, the visitors with disabilities can adjust their experience on the site as per their needs,” continued Richard Uzelac, the CEO of GoMarketing Inc.

In the last few years, there has been a massive surge in lawsuits related to non-ADA compliance for business websites. Without ADA compliance, business owners risk growth and competitive drive. Unfortunately, small and medium-sized businesses are in the middle of an exponential increase in these lawsuits. As the accessible online experience become standard, there will be even more increase in lawsuit numbers.

The best course of action for business sites is to avoid legal action and offer web accessibility to disabled individuals under ADA. “We use AI technology to make sure each business site is ADA complaint with any content changes,” added Richard Uzelac, the CEO and Founder of GoMarketing Inc.

Web Accessibility Works in Favor of Businesses

It is a win-win strategy that business owners have to realize more than ever. On the surface, web accessibility is a legal requirement for businesses to uphold, but it is also an excellent opportunity for businesses to attain and retain new visitors. Most accessible websites are inclusive and take into account the needs of diverse audiences. Besides, users that like your site the most tend to purchase products or services.

“We deploy a team of tech experts to conduct an in-depth review and resolve web accessibility issues. If there are inconsistencies, GoMarketing lends a hand to businesses to get back their site on track,” said Richard Uzelac, the CEO and Founder of GoMarketing Inc.

The best way to resolve ADA compliance issues is a combination of manual and automated testing. In any case, the business site should support disabilities such as blindness, deafness, dyslexia, epilepsy, and other related disabilities. Similarly, there should be no discrimination between disabilities. Therefore, make sure to alter site for people with motor disabilities such as spinal cord injury, arthritis, multiple sclerosis, muscular dystrophy, and cerebral palsy.

Often, businesses assume that their site is compliant and does not contain accessibility or usability issues. In retrospect, the right approach to identify any ADA compliance irregularity is to conduct thorough and accurate web accessibility testing.

About GoMarketing

Based out of Thousand Oaks, California, GoMarketing uses the following mission statement to deliver digital marketing results to their clients: “Understand. Engage. Succeed. Grow.” Acting as digital marketing professionals within a wide range of industry sectors, the GoMarketing team specializes in many Services, including; SEO, content strategy, website design and development, and more. GoMarketing provides a full suite of marketing solutions that generate online leads and sales for businesses throughout the country. For more information about their custom marketing plans, contact GoMarketing directly at 805.413.7893 or visit GoMarketing.

About Richard Uzelac, CEO of GoMarketing

Founder of GoMarketing and RealtyTech Inc., Richard Uzelac is an Emmy award-winning graphics producer, former Director of Realtor.com, and sits on several boards of directors. Richard Uzelac’s GoMarketing works with Corporations and Small Businesses to generate exposure, sales and improve online reputation. Mr. Richard Uzelac is also available as a Technology Speaker, Seminar Provider and Business Consultant. For more information, contact Richard Uzelac at 805.413.7893.

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CaptionLabs Expands Foreign Language Closed Captioning Capabilities

Each year, we caption thousands of hours of government meetings, television shows, webcasts, music videos, commercials, and infomercials for clients all over the world

COLUMBUS, Ohio (PRWEB)
December 07, 2020

For over 15 years, CaptionLabs has been ranked as one of the top closed captioning companies in the world by customers and peers. CaptionLabs has steadily gained the trust and confidence of clients with fast, high quality, and affordable closed captioning services.

Over the past several years, CaptionLabs has been expanding its foreign language capabilities to accommodate a global audience. From language dubbing, foreign translation to multi-language closed captioning, CaptionLabs is now able to offer Spanish, Portuguese, Russian, French, Italian, German and more, with the best service and fastest turnaround in the industry.

Unlike other companies, CaptionLabs does not use voice recognition or AI technology for foreign translation and captioning services. Instead, the CaptionLabs team includes experienced regional transcriptionists and knowledgeable linguists to ensure accuracy.

“Each year, we caption thousands of hours of government meetings, television shows, webcasts, music videos, commercials, and infomercials for clients all over the world,” explains Justin Howell, Vice President at CaptionLabs.

“After years of experience, we understand that one size does not fit all. That’s why we offer customized services designed for the client’s individual needs, for organizations both big and small. We develop our own software, proprietary systems and processes, a practice which allows us to remain innovative and to stay at the head of the field.”

In 2012, CaptionLabs introduced StationDrop, a simplified digital delivery service to television stations that replaced the need to ship bulky tapes or risk lost or delayed packages.

“We use the best engineers in the business and cutting-edge new technology to turn out a superior product far more quickly than our competitors – usually in 48 hours or less,” said Howell.

About CaptionLabs

CaptionLabs was created with one goal in mind — to help make all forms of media accessible to all humanity. We do this every day by providing closed captioning services to broadcasts that span the entire planet. Our proven technology combined with an excellent quality control team are the reasons producers trust us with transcription, closed captioning, tape duplication, syndication, and digital delivery of their broadcast programs.

Our staff knows more than just captioning – we are also producers, editors and engineers, which gives us an unmatched level of proficiency to meet the demands of the broadcast industry. With this in mind, we’ve streamlined the captioning process, specializing in 24-hour, and even same-day, turnaround for our clients.

To learn more visit http://www.CaptionLabs.com or call (614) 310-1300.

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“As predicted last month, we see declines in the employment-to-population ratio this month as COVID-19 infections have increased during the fall and federal aid has yet to be renewed,” said John O’Neill, PhD, director of the Center for Employment and Disability Research at Kessler Foundation.

EAST HANOVER, N.J. (PRWEB)
December 04, 2020

Kessler Foundation and University of New Hampshire nTIDE Report—featuring A Little Something Extra Ice Cream, a family-owned business in Alabama run by young adults with disabilities

Americans with disabilities remained engaged in the labor force, according to today’s National Trends in Disability Employment – Monthly Update (nTIDE), issued by Kessler Foundation and the University of New Hampshire’s Institute on Disability (UNH-IOD). Experts expressed guarded optimism as all workers face the uncertain prospects of more federal aid and the effects of the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic.

nTIDE COVID Update (month-to-month comparison)

In the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) Jobs Report released Friday, the employment-to-population ratio for working-age people with disabilities decreased slightly from 29.2 percent in October to 29.1 percent in November 2020 (down 0.3 percent or 0.1 percentage points). For working-age people without disabilities, the employment-to-population ratio also decreased slightly from 71.3 percent in October to 71.1 percent in November 2020 (down 0.3 percent or 0.2 percentage points). The employment-to-population ratio, a key indicator, reflects the percentage of people who are working relative to the total population (the number of people working divided by the number of people in the total population multiplied by 100).

“As predicted last month, we see declines in the employment-to-population ratio this month as COVID-19 infections have increased during the fall and federal aid has yet to be renewed,” said John O’Neill, PhD, director of the Center for Employment and Disability Research at Kessler Foundation. “Let’s hope that we see employment improve after the New Year as the COVID-19 vaccine becomes more widely available,” he added.

The labor force participation rate for working-age people with disabilities increased slightly from 33.3 percent in October to 33.6 percent in November 2020 (up 0.9 percent or 0.3 percentage points). For working-age people without disabilities, the labor force participation rate decreased from 76.2 percent in October to 75.9 percent in November 2020 (down 0.4 percent or 0.3 percentage points). The labor force participation rate is the percentage of the population that is working, not working and on temporary layoff, or not working and actively looking for work.

“For people with disabilities, the labor force participation rate showed a small gain compared to last month and is only slightly below this time last year,” noted economist Andrew Houtenville, PhD, research director of the University of New Hampshire’s Institute on Disability. “This is good news long-term and suggests people with disabilities are staying engaged in the workforce by either working, actively looking for work, or are still expecting to be recalled. With employment increasing, this improvement also signals that people with disabilities are entering or reentering the labor force, possibly responding to family needs as other family members lose their jobs. It will be important to track this indicator as economic restrictions are reinstated to combat the increasing spread of COVID-19.”

Traditional nTIDE Numbers (comparison to the same time last year)

The employment-to-population ratio for working-age people with disabilities decreased from 31.2 percent in November 2019 to 29.1 percent in November 2020 (down 6.7 percent or 2.1 percentage points). For working-age people without disabilities, the employment-to-population ratio also decreased from 75 percent in November 2019 to 71.1 percent in November 2020 (down 5.2 percent or 3.9 percentage points).                

The labor force participation rate for working-age people with disabilities decreased from 33.8 percent in November 2019 to 33.6 percent in November 2020 (down 0.6 percent or 0.2 percentage points). For working-age people without disabilities, the labor force participation rate also decreased from 77.5 percent in November 2019 to 75.9 percent in November 2020 (down 2.1 percent or 1.6 percentage points).                                                

In November 2020, among workers ages 16-64, the 4,409,000 workers with disabilities represented 3.1 percent of the total 139,998,000 workers in the U.S.                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    

Beyond the Numbers

Families with children with disabilities often face challenges while planning for the future. Many times the family’s ultimate goal is to help their child gain maximal independence and optimal quality of life. Some families choose the pathway to entrepreneurship, opting to start a business centered on their child’s skills and interests. The impact of these enterprises can extend beyond the family and the individual with disabilities, reaching local communities and beyond. One example of a successful family enterprise is ‘A Little Something Extra’ in rural Dawson, Alabama.

Founded by the Norwood family, ‘A Little Something Extra’ is an ice cream truck that has become a familiar sight at local events. The truck is staffed by CEO Hunter Norwood, 19, who has Down syndrome, and his peers with disabilities from the local area. Michelle Norwood, Hunter’s mother, came up with the business concept. Michelle is a special education teacher, a career path inspired by Hunter’s disability. Concerned about the lack of job opportunities in their rural hometown, Michelle was attracted to the idea of creating a business that could employ Hunter, as well as her special education students after graduation.

On a family trip to Memphis, she noticed the popularity of the neighborhood ice cream truck, something the small town of Dawson did not have. That was the start of ‘A Little Something Extra’, a reference to the extra chromosome 21 that characterizes Down syndrome. The start-up was a success, with the truck in demand by healthcare facilities, churches, and businesses, and at parades, festivals, and other events. The Norwood’s success has extended to other in the community. More than 20 young adults with disabilities have trained as ‘ice cream experts’ for this unique business, which Michelle also sees as a tool for promoting advocacy and awareness of people with disabilities.

“Entrepreneurship offers a pathway for families like the Norwoods to ensure a place for their adult offspring in the workforce, where they can work toward self-sufficiency on their own terms,” noted Elaine E. Katz, MS, CCC-SLP, senior vice president of grants and communications at Kessler Foundation. “The success of ‘A Little Something Extra’ shows how the benefits of entrepreneurship extend beyond the direct economic benefits for individuals with disabilities. This underscores the importance of having policies and programs that support disability-owned businesses and maximize the potential for job growth in this area.

nTIDE COVID Update – Friday, December 18 at 12:00 pm Eastern

Stay tuned for our mid-month update about the employment of people with disabilities as we follow the impact of COVID-19 and look at the numbers in more detail.

Ask Questions about Disability and Employment

Join our nTIDE Lunch & Learn series today, December 4, at 12:00 pm Eastern. This live broadcast, hosted via Zoom Webinar, offers attendees Q&A on the latest nTIDE findings, provides news and updates from the field, as well as invited panelists to discuss current disability-related findings and events. Today, Michelle and Hunter Norwood from ‘A Little Something Extra’ in Dawson, Alabama, join Dr. Houtenville, Dr. O’Neill, and Denise Rozell, Policy Strategist at AUCD. Join live or watch the recordings at: ResearchonDisability.org/nTIDE.

NOTE: The statistics in the nTIDE are based on Bureau of Labor Statistics numbers but are not identical. They are customized by UNH to combine the statistics for men and women of working age (16 to 64). nTIDE is funded, in part, by grants from the National Institute on Disability, Independent Living and Rehabilitation Research (NIDILRR) (90RT5037) and Kessler Foundation.

About Kessler Foundation

Kessler Foundation, a major nonprofit organization in the field of disability, is a global leader in rehabilitation research that seeks to improve cognition, mobility, and long-term outcomes — including employment — for people with neurological disabilities caused by diseases and injuries of the brain and spinal cord. Kessler Foundation leads the nation in funding innovative programs that expand opportunities for employment for people with disabilities. For more information, visit KesslerFoundation.org.

About the Institute on Disability at the University of New Hampshire

The Institute on Disability (IOD) at the University of New Hampshire (UNH) was established in 1987 to provide a coherent university-based focus for the improvement of knowledge, policies, and practices related to the lives of persons with disabilities and their families. For information on the NIDILRR-funded Employment Policy and Measurement Rehabilitation Research and Training Center, visit ResearchonDisability.org.

For more information, or to interview an expert, contact:

Carolann Murphy, 973.324.8382, CMurphy@KesslerFoundation.org

Richard Uzelac’s GoMarketing Offers Home Services Websites ADA Americans with Disabilities Act Compliance Programs

“The good news for home service companies is that we can integrate our AI-based software solution on their site that would make the relevant content adjustments,” added Richard Uzelac, the CEO and Founder of GoMarketing Inc.

THOUSAND OAKS, Calif. (PRWEB)
December 02, 2020

GoMarketing offers Americans with Disabilities Act Website Compliance. The digital era is not a self-automated mechanism that convinces and offers home service companies with ADA compliance support. But continuous evolution of digitalization has managed to create a need for home services businesses to remain ADA compliant. “As much as GoMarketing takes pride in its AI-based content modification, we want to help home service companies understand the financial and legal impact of violating the Americans Disabilities with Act,” continued Richard Uzelac, the CEO and Founder of GoMarketing Inc.

“Once home service companies understand the value of ADA site compliance, business owners would make the right call and ensure their business site is accessible and usable for disabled individuals,” added Richard Uzelac, the CEO and Founder of GoMarketing Inc.

Practically, ADA website compliance boils down to making business sites more accessible and more usable for people with disabilities. Home service companies also need to understand that the Americans with Disabilities Act have set forth certain web design and web content standards. For instance, one of the ADA clauses dictates that business sites should have integrated tools such as keyboard-only or screen readers to make the content more accessible for disabled people.

Whether the nature of the content is blog posts or videos, home service companies still have to adhere to ADA rules all the same. ADA compliance is not a black and white process – it requires ADA tools to make manual changes on the site and achieve compliance. “The good news for home service companies is that we can integrate our AI-based software solution on their site that would make the relevant content adjustments,” added Richard Uzelac, the CEO and Founder of GoMarketing Inc.

Home services companies should be aware of the fact that there are no apps or services that can ensure ADA compliance. It takes a manual and automated AI approach to maintain website ADA compliance. Therefore, don’t make preconceived assumptions about installing and integrating an app that would magically make the website ADA compliant. Besides, ADA compliance is not a one-time activity; it is a process that home service companies have to follow.

With ADA compliance, disabled people get the ability to view and navigate business websites with confidence and freedom. ADA site compliance is already a benchmark for a diverse range of industries, and home service companies are not an exception. In the future, you can expect even more considerate accessibility guidelines for disabled people. In all fairness, home service companies have to ensure that their site is perceivable and understandable for disabled individuals. “The mission of GoMarketing is simple; generate ADA compliance awareness and help home service companies remain compliant,” said Richard Uzelac, the CEO and Founder of GoMarketing Inc.

Contact Information

Richard Uzelac (CEO and Founder of GoMarketing Inc.)

Address: 275 East Hillcrest Drive, Suite 170, Thousand Oaks, CA 91360

Phone Number: 805-413-7893

Website: https://gomarketing.com/articles/richard-uzelac-ceo/

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Move United Board Member Phyllis Bayer

We’re building a community where everyone’s included. Where people can compete, or play, or move. Where adaptive athletes can push what they’re capable of, and show the world, so that it’s no longer a surprise, Move United Executive Director Glenn Merry

ROCKVILLE, Md. (PRWEB)
November 30, 2020

Move United, the national leader in community adaptive sports, uses the power of sport to push what’s possible for people with disabilities, confronting ignorance, fueling conversation, and inciting action that leads us to a world where everyone’s included. The national nonprofit organization, which offers more than 70 adaptive sports to 100,000 youth and adults with disabilities through a network of 200 member organizations in 43 states, has elected three individuals to its board of directors, including Phyllis Bayer, Clayton Frech, and Joe Walsh.

Bayer is the Vice President of Dumbarton Strategies, LLC, where she is an advisor and consultant on issues relevant to defense policies, military installations, and economic and environmental impacts. Prior to this, she served as Assistant Secretary of the Navy for Energy, Installations, and Environment, overseeing $400B of capital assets on 4 million acres world-wide supporting the Navy and Marine Corps. Bayer has three decades of executive experience in the Department of Defense, where she addressed complex challenges associated with large organizations, including strategic planning, culture change, and managing people, performance, and budgets. She holds a Master’s degree in Public Administration from Central Michigan University and a Master’s degree in National Security Policy Studies from the National War College.

Frech has over 20 years of leadership experience in government, non-¬profit, and business. Early in his career he worked in The White House Office of Policy Development and at the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency. His 15 year-old son, Ezra, is currently on the U.S. Paralympic Track & Field team and training for Tokyo. He founded Angel City Sports to meet the need for free, year-round adaptive sports programming in Southern California and beyond. Prior to starting Angel City, he served as the Regional Vice-¬President of Safelite AutoGlass, managing the $100 Million California Region, with over 600 employees and 35 retail/warehouse facilities. He is also the CEO and Founder of the Ampla Institute, a career planning and coaching firm, and was heavily engaged in the LA2024 Olympic and Paralympic Bid. Frech has a BA in Economics from UCSB and an MBA from UCLA.

Walsh is a native of Braintree, MA, and a graduate of Dartmouth College and UMass Amherst. He is a two-time Paralympian in cross country skiing, and former Managing Director of Paralympics for the United States Olympic Committee. He served on Team USA’s delegation staff at six Paralympic Games and as Chef de Mission at two Parapan American Games. Walsh coached youth cross country skiing for 13 seasons, served on the founding staff of the C. Everett Koop Institute at Dartmouth, and was the first Paralympic athlete representative elected to the USOC Athlete’s Advisory Council and Board of Directors. He also served as Vice President of the International Blind Sports Federation from 2013-2017. Walsh is currently president of Adaptive Sports New England, a Boston-based non-profit dedicated to increasing participation in sports by youth and young adults who have a visual or mobility impairment.

“We’re building a community where everyone’s included. Where people can compete, or play, or move. Where adaptive athletes can push what they’re capable of, and show the world, so that it’s no longer a surprise,” said Move United Executive Director Glenn Merry. “Bringing Phyllis, Clayton, and Joe onto our board of directors will help us continue this movement and achieve our Vision 2028 goals.” To learn more about the organization, visit http://www.moveunitedsport.org.

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