#082 - A Vision for Equal Opportunity in Employment with Tanner Gers

In this conversation, Tanner Gers and Brendan Aylward discuss the importance of accessibility for individuals with disabilities, focusing on employment, training, and the role of digital accessibility. Tanner shares his personal journey of losing his sight and how it led him to create a business aimed at helping others with disabilities find meaningful work. They explore the challenges faced by people with disabilities in the job market, the misconceptions surrounding adaptive sports, and the need for more inclusive practices in the fitness industry. The discussion also touches on the future of digital accessibility and the potential impact of technology on improving accessibility outcomes.

To learn more about Tanner and AccessAbility Officer visit these links below:

Company Website - https://accessabilityofficer.com/

LinkedIn- https://www.linkedin.com/in/tannergers/

Takeaways

The interview process is crucial for meaningful conversations.

The goal is to equalize the unemployment rates for disabled individuals.

Changing societal perceptions about disabilities is essential.

Employment opportunities should not be given based on disability but on qualifications.

Digital accessibility requires thorough testing and reporting.

Accessibility overlays can sometimes create more barriers than they solve.

The future of digital accessibility will involve more technology integration.

Small businesses often face challenges in understanding accessibility compliance.

Tanner's entrepreneurial journey is driven by a desire to help others.

Hope for recovery and improvement in vision is a powerful motivator.

Keywords

accessibility, disabilities, inclusion, adaptive sports, digital accessibility, employment, training, entrepreneurship, visual impairment, fitness