PRESIDENT AND FELLOWS OF HARVARD COLLEGE - Key Persons
Job Titles:
- Digital Accessibility Consultant
I came to Harvard from Sallie Mae bank, where I worked as a user experience researcher and accessibility lead. Before that I worked in a content strategy role at TripAdvisor. I hold a M.S. in Experiential Education from Minnesota State University, Mankato, and a dual MBA/M.S. in Human Factors in Info Design from Bentley University.
Job Titles:
- Digital Accessibility Developer
Before Digital Accessibility Services (DAS) was created, I represented FAS in the HUIT Accessibility Working Group and the Digital Accessibility Working Group for the University Accessibility Committee. My IT career started over twenty years ago at the Eastman School of Music and has continued at Harvard since 2005. While working, I earned a Master's degree in IT from Rochester Institute of Technology and have continued my studies in Computer Science and Digital Media at the Harvard Extension School. My other interests include cinema, theater, international travel, and cats.
Job Titles:
- Digital Accessibility Developer
Before becoming a Digital Accessibility Developer I worked at Harvard Business Publishing as the Associate Director of Content Production where I supervised the production of Higher Ed content. As the AD of Content Production I infused accessibility into our production process and worked hard to spread this mindset across Higher Ed through policy, guidelines, outreach and advocacy. I have an M.S. in Library and Information Science and an M.A. in Liberal Studies from City University New York. I am very excited to join the Digital Accessibility Services team and contribute to the continued improvement of digital accessibility at Harvard and to learn from my colleagues.
Job Titles:
- Digital Accessibility Consultant
As an accessibility professional and disability rights advocate, I believe in a user-focused approach to ensuring access-for-all in technology. When we understand the different barriers people face, it makes accessibility real, and allows us to get beyond just the standards or simple compliance. With 17 years working in accessibility at global corporations, it is my honor to join Harvard in leading by accessible example, as a member of the talented new Digital Accessibility Services (DAS) team.
Job Titles:
- Digital Accessibility Support Analyst
Originally from Myrtle Beach, SC, I have lived near Boston, MA for the last 20 years. I have 10+ years of Supply Chain Management experience ranging from logistics to procurement to contract negotiation, mainly in the Health Care setting. In entering my third year at Harvard University and the Digital Accessibility realm, I look forward to furthering my knowledge and skills in providing accessible training and technology to all of those I come in contact with. My other interests consist of spending time with my fiance, Ilene, and 5-year-old Australian Cattle Dog, Asher, travelling, fishing, and collecting sneakers and tattoos.
Job Titles:
- Digital Accessibility Consultant
I joined the Digital Accessibility Services team after working for several years with Harvard University Disability Resources. My background is in teaching and training around accessibility concepts and best practices to foster an inclusive community experience at Harvard.
Job Titles:
- Digital Accessibility Consultant
During my time at Harvard, I've guided diverse teams through digital transformations and advocated for user-focused, accessible experiences in everything we do - in every communication and on every platform. I've built long-lasting communities of support and driven engagement and collaboration at every level, from administration to stakeholders to leadership. I'm excited to be a part of an important new initiative to incorporate the principles of accessibility and inclusive design into all aspects of the digital experience at Harvard.
Job Titles:
- Director, Harvard Web Publishing
I have been working on the web at Harvard since 2004. My experience includes web/UX strategy and consulting, service delivery, operations, project and program management. In my early days, I did a lot of project and support work - building things, inventorying, tracking and migrating things, getting to know different types of clients, technologies and working across functional teams. I love, love, love being a practitioner.
Now, I help set the direction and align our offerings with HUIT's strategy and Harvard's needs. Our newest team members are focused on making Harvard's content more accessible and breaking down barriers to digital entry. One of the best parts of my job is promoting our terrific team and showing off the amazing things that we produce and help make accessible. When not working I enjoy spending time with my family, sports and biking.
Job Titles:
- Assistant Director, Digital Accessibility Services
I have been advancing digital inclusion at Harvard University since 2015, providing strategic direction to digital accessibility efforts across central administration and the schools. One of the best parts of working on accessibility at Harvard is collaborating with amazingly talented colleagues and partnering to make sure that the teaching and research mission of the university are available to everyone, including people with disabilities.
Before joining DAS upon its founding in summer 2019, I worked on integrating accessibility into online learning experiences through a universal design approach at HarvardX and later on digital access from within University Disability Resources. I enjoy the intersection of innovative technology, digital inclusion, higher education policy, and related research. Beyond Harvard, I find it valuable to learn from and share with others who undertake similar work and enjoy facilitating such conversations as Co-chair of the EDUCAUSE IT Accessibility Community Group.
Job Titles:
- Digital Accessibility Developer
Before joining Harvard University I worked as a Web and Mobile Accessibility tester in several companies for the past 5 years. I'm very dedicated to creating awareness for Web Accessibility. At Harvard University my goal is to improve the usability of digital content while putting accessibility guidelines front and center. I graduated from Temple University in Philadelphia, and I am planning to finish my MBA soon. I'm excited and honored to join the Harvard University Digital Accessibility Services (DAS) team which is filled with a lot of talented people with massive experience. I'm looking forward to being challenged and growing into my new role as a Digital Accessibility Developer.