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</o:shapelayout></xml><![endif]--></head><body lang=EN-US link="#0563C1" vlink="#954F72"><div class=WordSection1><p class=MsoNormal>NFB23 Sponsors & Ads<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>article<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>The National Federation of the Blind acknowledges with gratitude our convention sponsors listed below. Their messages follow.<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Platinum:<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Google<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Horizon Therapeutics<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Microsoft<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>UPS Foundation<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Vanda Pharmaceuticals<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Vispero<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Wells Fargo<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Gold:<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Amazon<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>HumanWare<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Oracle<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Target<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Waymo<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Silver:<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>American Printing House<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>AT&T<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Brown, Goldstein & Levy, LLP<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>JPMorgan Chase & Co<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Lyft<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Market Development Group<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Pearson<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Tusk Philanthropies<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Uber<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Bronze:<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Centene Corporation<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Charter Communications (Spectrum)<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Cruise<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Ellume<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Kellogg<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>United Airlines<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>UserWay<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>VitalSource Technologies<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>White Cane:<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Aira<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>C&P-Chris Park Technology<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Central Intelligence Agency<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Computers for the Blind<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>CVS Health<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Democracy Live<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>En-Vision America<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Envision, Inc.<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>GoodMaps<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>HIMS<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>IKE Smart City<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Independence Science<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Jackson Walker LLP<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Leader Dogs for the Blind<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>McGraw Hill<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>National Industries for the Blind<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>National Library Service for the Blind and Print Disabled, Library of Congress<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Personal.ai<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Rosen, Bien, Galvan & Grunfeld, LLP<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Saavi Services for the Blind<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Tactile Engineering<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>The Chicago Lighthouse<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>VA Office of Mental Health and Suicide Prevention’s (OMHSP) Suicide Prevention Program (SPP)<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Sponsor Ads<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Platinum<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Horizon Therapeutics<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>The top half of the ad features black and white portraits of different people, with the phrase, "Going to incredible lengths" on top. The ad reads, "Horizon<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>is proud to support the National Federation of the Blind. Horizon is focused on researching, developing, and commercializing medicines that address critical<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>needs for people impacted by rare, autoimmune, and severe inflammatory diseases. Our pipeline is purposeful: we apply scientific expertise and courage<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>to bring clinically meaningful therapies to patients. At Horizon, we believe science and compassion must work together to transform lives." The Horizon<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>logo is in the bottom left corner, and the website is <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>horizontherapeutics.com.<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Microsoft<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>This ad features a photograph of a blind Asian woman holding her long white cane. Over the bottom half of the photograph it says "Raising the bar" in all<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>capital pink letters. Below that says, "Microsoft is a proud sponsor of the 2023 National Federation of the Blind Convention. Microsoft's mission is to<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>empower every person and every organization on the planet to achieve more. Working together, we can create a world that's more inclusive, accessible, and<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>equitable for everyone." The bottom of the ad links to <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Microsoft.com/accessibility.<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Vanda Pharmaceuticals<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>The top half of the ad features a photo of a blind man walking with his guide dog inside a building. Below the photo is the Vanda logo. Below that it says,<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>"Vanda Pharmaceuticals is dedicated to raising awareness of Non-24-Hour Sleep-Wake Disorder (Non-24) and supporting the blindness community. Non-24 is<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>a rare circadian rhythm disorder affecting up to 70% of people who are totally blind. People living with Non-24 experience excessive daytime sleepiness<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>and nighttime sleeplessness, which leads to impaired social and occupational functioning. This is due to a misalignment between the internal master body<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>clock and the 24-hour day. Come visit us at our booth to learn about Non-24 and sign up for additional information. Call a health educator toll-free at<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>1-855-856-2424. 24 hours a day, every day." <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>www.non-24.com.<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Vispero<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Vispero is written out in the top center. Underneath it says, "Vispero is a proud sponsor of the National Federation of the Blind National Convention,"<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>followed by "learn more about our innovative technology for blindness and low vision, and the passionate team behind it at <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>vispero.com!"<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Below this are two headers. The first says "We're looking forward to seeing you again!" and "please visit us in the exhibit hall and during our presentation—we<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>have so much to show you!" The second header lists the presentation name, "What's new with JAWS, Fusion, and ZoomText" on Saturday, July 1, 8:00 to 11:00<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>a.m. Below this is a headshot Ryan Jones. "Join Ryan Jones for the annual User Group meeting. All skill levels are welcome. We'll demonstrate and discuss<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>the recent developments and look at what's coming in 2024. We will also discuss how you can help shape the future of our products. Bring your questions<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>and join the fun as we kick off the 2023 Convention!" The bottom lists Vispero brands, including Enhanced Vision, Freedom Scientific, Optelec, and TPG.<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Wells Fargo<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>The top of the ad features a photo of three women on the sidewalk in front of a city building. One has a guide dog. The Wells Fargo logo is in the top<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>right, and the phrase, "together, there are no limits to what we can do" is on the bottom of the photo. It says, "At Wells Fargo, we value the unique capabilities<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>and contributions of each of our employees and appreciate the strength that diversity brings to our organization. Working here, you’ll find an inclusive<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>environment for everyone. We’re dedicated to providing all of our employees with the opportunity to be successful in their Wells Fargo careers. What other<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>people are saying about us: DiversityInc magazine has ranked Wells Fargo No.2 on the list of the 2022 Top Companies for People with Disabilities. DiversityInc<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>also ranked Wells Fargo No. 29 on the Top Companies for Diversity, and No. 1 Top Companies for LGBTQ. For the twelfth consecutive year, readers of CAREERS<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>& the disABLED magazine recognized Wells Fargo as number 5 on 2023’s Top 50 Employers of people with disabilities." The right side of the ad says, "Wells<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Fargo is a proud sponsor of the National Federation of the Blind Convention." The bottom of the ad links to <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>wellsfargo.com/about/diversity/accessibility<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal> and says, "accommodations and accessibility assistance for team members and job seekers. Visit <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>wellsfargojobs.com<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal> to apply or for more information." The Wells Fargo logo is in the bottom right along with the social media logos for LinkedIn, Twitter, Facebook, and<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Instagram.<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Gold<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Amazon<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>The top of the ad invites us to "Visit the NFB convention Exhibit Hall to learn more about Fire TVs, Fire tablets, Kindle, and Echo Devices." The image<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>below is the Amazon logo, which is "amazon" written out with an arrow underneath going from the a to the z, with the listed Amazon devices above. Below<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>this image says, "Amazon supports accessible experiences for shopping, reading, and entertainment. Learn more at <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>www.amazon.com/accessibility."<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>HumanWare<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>The right side of the ad features a photo of a hand holding a StellarTrek device. The ad says, "Unlocking accessibility with HumanWare. StellarTrek, leading<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>the way in orientation and mobility." StellarTrek features are listed below, including "Guide in the last 40 feet to the destination with AI and the latest<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>GPS technology, voice commands, OCR test-to-speech, barcode reading, and color recognition." The bottom of the ad says, "HumanWare is proud to be sponsoring<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>NFB National Convention." They can be reached at 1-800-722-3393 and <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>humanware.com.<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>The HumanWare logo is in the bottom right corner.<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Target<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>The top of this ad says, "Target for all." To the left is a cartoon of two people sitting on the target bullseye, one on a laptop and the other on a phone.<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>There is a small cartoon dog sitting in front of the bullseye. Underneath the bullseye is the word "digital" with Braille dots below. The rest of the ad<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>says, "Target’s purpose is to help all families discover the joy of everyday life. Whether in our store or shopping online, we believe every blind person<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>has the right to an equal experience. Our team of accessibility experts work every day to make that happen. Learn more about our accessibility efforts:<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>target.com/accessibility.<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>We welcome your feedback, thoughts, and suggestions. Email the Accessibility team: <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>accessibility@target.com.<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Here are two new ways you can access all Target has to offer: Explore same day services allowing you to customize how you shop all of our products in the<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>manner best fitting your lifestyle. Learn more at <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>http://bit.ly/tgt-same-day.<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Aira service is available for free to assist you in all Target stores nationwide and while shopping online at Target.com. Learn more: <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>aira.io/target."<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>The bottom of the ad says, "Are you curious to hear more about Target's digital accessibility? Have questions about our apps, website, or stores? Join<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>our seminar listed in the agenda and meet some of our experienced accessibility consultants as they share our team's efforts continuing to make Target<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>an accessible shopping experience for all."<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Silver<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>American Printing House<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>The right side of the ad features a photo of a hand using an APH tactile device. The American Printing House logo is in the top left corner, next to the<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>phrase, "The Braille Metamorphosis Has Begun!" It says, "Meet the Monarch, a dynamic tactile device that is capable of rendering multiple lines of Braille<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>and tactile graphics on the same surface. Developed by APH and HumanWare, in partnership with the NFB, the Monarch feature ten lines of thirty-two refreshable<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Braille characters, in addition to a tactile array that displays images, such as charts, maps, or graphs. Stop by the APH booth to get hands on with this<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>revolutionary Braille device as well as many other great products."<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Brown, Goldstein & Levy, LLP<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>The top center of this ad says "we’re all in." It features headshots of Brown, Goldstein, and Levy employees. Next to the photos it says, "Proud to support<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>the NFB's mission to advance the rights of blind individuals across the country." The Brown, Goldstein, ands Levy logo is in the bottom right, and underneath<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>it says, "Trial lawyers and advocates. Tell us your story." 120 East Baltimore St, Suite 2500, Baltimore, MD 21202, and at 1300 Eye Street NW, 8th Floor,<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Washington, DC 20005. 410-962-1030 and <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>browngold.com.<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>JPMorgan Chase & Co<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>The left half of this ad includes a photo of a hand reading a Braille sign. The top right says, "Commitment to Access and Inclusion." It continues on to<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>say, "At JPMorgan Chase we want to help empower people with disabilities to grow their careers, develop job skills, reenter the workforce and gain expanded<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>access to well-paying careers. We proudly support the National Federation of the Blind for its developing innovative education, technology and training<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>programs and legislative advocacy that create pathways to independence and success for their constituents." The JPMorgan Chase & Co. logo is below, along<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>with a link to <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>jpmorganchase.com/odi.<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Market Development Group<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>The top of the ad says, "Best wishes to the National Federation of the Blind for a successful 2023 National Convention in Houston, Texas." The middle of<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>the ad hosts the Market Development Group, Inc. logo, which is a triangle with three stripes on each side. It says, "Market Development Group, Inc. A full-service<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>marketing company. John Alahouzos, Executive Vice President." The address is 1834 Connecticut Avenue, NW, Washington, DC 20009, USA. Phone number is 202-298-8030,<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>and website is <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>www.mdginc.org.<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Pearson<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>The right side of the ad features a cartoon woman in a dress, carrying a briefcase up a swirling set of steps. The top says Pearson, preceded by an "@"<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>symbol. It says, "Pearson, the world's leading learning company, is proud to be a sponsor of the National Federation of the Blind's 2023 National Convention."<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>The bottom states, "Pearson is committed to making education accessible for all."<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Tusk Philanthropies<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>The top of the ad says "Mobile Voting, with the V in voting as a check mark in front of a phone. The ad says, "Our mission is the expand voting option<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>to include secure, accessible mobile voting so any voter, regardless of ability, can vote from anywhere. Electronic remote ballot delivery and return options<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>are needed so voters with disabilities can vote independently and privately from home. We continue to stand with the National Federation of the Blind to<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>expand voting options." Learn more at <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>mobilevoting.org.<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Bronze<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Ellume<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>The left side of the ad shows an Ellume Covid-19 rapid test and materials outside of the box. There is a phone showing a negative test result. The right<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>side reads, "Accessibility is close to our heart. Screen reader-compatible in-app instructions. Easy to handle test components. Digital result in words."<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>The Ellume logo is in the bottom right, along with a link to their website <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>ellumecovidtest.com/accessibility.<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Kellogg<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>The top of the ad features the Kellogg's logo. It says, "Kellogg is proud to be the first food company to feature NaviLens accessibility technology on<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>packaging in the U.S. It's just one of the ways we're creating a place at the table for everyone - and #BetterDays for 3 billion people by the end of 2030."<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>The bottom center of the ad says, “to learn more, visit <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>www.kelloggs.com/navilens."<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>The bottom right corner features a QR code linking to the Kellogg's webpage about NaviLens.<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>UserWay<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>The right side of the ad features a photo of a blind man smiling and using a computer with the UserWay logo on the back. It says, "UserWay, celebrating<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>NFB's 80 plus years of service. UserWay is committed to building an accessible web for everyone. Meet us at our interactive sessions and join the conversation."<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>VitalSource Technologies<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>VitalSource is written across the top. Underneath says, "designed with all learners in mind." The website is <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>get.vitalsource.com.<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>White Cane<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Aira<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>The middle of the ad includes a QR code that links to the Aira Explorer App. The text reads, “Download the new Aira Explorer App. Aira, the leading company<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>in visual interpreting services, is proud to continue our partnership with the National Federation of the Blind." The bottom of the ad has the Aira logo,<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>and <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>http://www.aira.io.<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Central Intelligence Agency<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>This ad features a photo of a woman in a wheelchair typing on a laptop. It says, “Everything you are is needed here. Be a part of a workforce that's as<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>diverse as the nation we serve." The CIA logo is sideways along the right side of the ad. The bottom says, "DEIA enables mission" and links to the CIA<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>careers page, <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>cia.gov/careers.<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>The Chicago Lighthouse<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>The top right says, "proud to be a White Cane Sponsor." The top half features a photo of a female teacher assisting a young boy in glasses with an educational<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>project. The Chicago Lighthouse logo is below the photo. The bottom half of the ad says, "Empowering people with disabilities. Providing education, technology,<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>and rehabilitation services to empower those who are blind, visually impaired, disabled, and Veterans." The social media icons for Facebook, Twitter, Instagram,<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>YouTube, and LinkedIn are shown at the bottom, along with their website <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>www.chicagolighthouse.org.<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Computers for the Blind<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>The top of the ad says, "Computers for the Blind" with their logo, CFTB with the image of an eye in between the F and T. Below that says, "Special offer<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>while supplies last, $50 plus tax laptops. JAWS or ZoomText free for a year, Inteli5, 250GB SSD, 8GB RAM, upgrades available. The bottom right corner of<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>the ad includes a QR code that you can scan to sign up for future specials, training information, and more. <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>computersfortheblind.org<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal> and 214-340-6328.<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>C&P-Chris Park Technology<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>This ad says, "C and P, known as Chris Park Technology, develops products for people with vision loss. CP is the real manufacturer of video magnifiers,<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>canes, cameras, software for Optelec, Enhanced Vision, Freedom Scientific, HumanWare Europe, Ai Squared, NFB, and other organizations. We have been working<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>with non-profit projects worldwide to help people. The world's first invention of iPhone compatible video magnifier, new true transportable i-loviewMAX,<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>i-lowview16, and more." <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>sales@chrisparkdesign.com.<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>The bottom of the ad features an image of a screen with i-loview13 pro, a folded retractable cane, and a man using a long white cane.<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>CVS Health<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>The CVS logo is across the bottom of the page. The ad reads, "Ever wish your pill bottle could talk? It can with Spoken Rx." An orange CVS pill bottle<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>is shown with a speaker icon next to it.<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Democracy Live<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>The Democracy Live logo is across the top center. In the logo, the O in Democracy is replaced by a ballot checkmark. Underneath the logo it says, "Democracy<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>live—accessible voting technologies, anytime, anywhere. In too many states, voters with disabilities don’t have equal access to voting independently and<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>privately from home. Fortunately, there are new accessible at-home voting technologies now available. The Democracy Live OmniBallot accessible at-home<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>voting system is a fully ADA Section 508, WCAG 2.1 compliant remote ballot marking solution. The system has been tested to meet the accessibility requirements<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>of over 90combinations of browsers, operating systems, screen readers and devices. OmniBallot has been deployed as an accessible absentee tool since 2008,<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>in over 4,000 elections, serving more than 2,500jurisdictions, in 30states and 96 countries around the world. OmniBallot has been tested and reviewed by<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>members of most every leading disability organization in the nation. For further information, please contact Democracy Live." Call 855-655-VOTE (8683),<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>email <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>info@democracylive.com,<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>website <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>www.democracylive.com.<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>En-Vision America<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>The top right of the ad says, "visit us!" The background features a photo of an older man on a couch, looking frustrated with his head in his hand. He<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>is looking down at a pile of prescriptions on the table in front of him. The ad says, "accessible medication labeling" and shows an image of a Scrip Talk<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>device prompting the user to take two capsules daily. The bottom of the ad says "En-Vision America." They can be contacted at 1-800-890-1180 and <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>www.envisionamerica.com.<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>IKE Smart City<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>The left of this ad features a photo of a pedestrian using an IKE digital kiosk on the sidewalk in Houston. The top of the ad says, "Meet IKE. The interactive<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>digital kiosk that connects cities with people." To the right of the photo it says, "IKE smart city pioneers innovative technology to improve lives in<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>cities. Discovery, mobility, equity."<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Independence Science<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>The top of the ad features the Independence Science logo, with their slogan, "empowering a new vision." The ad says, "Independence Science knows the unique<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>challenges that come with being blind in the science classroom. We’ve been there ourselves and are here to help! We have many offerings to make your science<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>experience a success! Tactile adaptation kits to make math and manipulatives easy. Lab gear kits have easy to use tactile science equipment. Custom consults<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>for students provide instruction with blind scientists. Consults for instructors and employers for sensitivity training. Pre-ETS instruction complete with<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>pre and post assessments available for a variety of budgets. Stop by to enter our daily drawings by telling us what you need for future science access<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>for the chance to win a special t-shirt. Your support and ideas make us all stronger together!"<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Jackson Walker LLP<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>The background of this ad features a black and white photo of a city skyline with a park in the foreground. The ad reads, "Jackson Walker proudly supports<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>the National Federation of the Blind National Convention." Jackson Walker operates in Austin, Dallas, Fort Worth, Houston, San Angelo, and San Antonio.<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Their website is <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>JW.com.<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Leader Dogs for the Blind<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>The top of the ad asks, "Did you know Leader Dogs for the Blind also offers free O&M training?" and prompts us to visit <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>leadersog.org/programs<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal> for more details. The left of the text has a black and white image of a person walking with a long white cane. 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