[CT-NFB] The Blind Life Podcast: Breaking Barriers: How ABLR Is Creating Real Jobs for the Blind - Ep. 48

[Deb Reed]

Breaking Barriers: How ABLR Is Creating Real Jobs for the Blind - Ep. 48
The Blind Life Podcast

In this interview, I talk with Mike Iannelli, co-founder of ABLR, and Heather Buster, a visually impaired professional who completed the ABLR workforce training program and went on to secure meaningful employment. We discuss what ABLR is, how the accredited training program works, and why digital accessibility testing is a strong career path for blind and visually impaired individuals. Mike shares insight into the program’s structure, its impact on the blind community, and real success stories from graduates. Heather offers a firsthand look at her experience—what she expected, the challenges she faced, and why the program exceeded her expectations. We also talk honestly about the program’s difficulty and how determination and hard work can lead to real career opportunities. Learn more here: ► https://ablr360.com/theblindlife  Email Mike and Heather: ► michael.iannelli at ablr360.com ► hbuster1 at gmail.com #ABLR360 #DigitalAccessibility #BlindEmployment #VisuallyImpaired #AccessibilityTesting #InclusiveEmployment #BlindCareers #AssistiveTechnology #AccessibilityMatters #TheBlindLife
Listen on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-blind-life-podcast/id1694237823?i=1000743355844


Sincerely,

Deb Reed

Central CT Chapter President of the National Federation of the Blind
Deb.reed57 at gmail.com
Cell-860-378-5370

“Bloom where you are. “From mother, Theresa of Calcutta.

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