ACB Focus: Employment

20250709 0700 NIB Breakfast

Thu, 10 Jul 2025 01:30:00 -0000

20250709 0700 NIB Breakfast Originally Broadcasted July 9, 2025, on ACB Media

Updates (and a conversation) from NIB on veterans hiring and key initiatives in Congress.

Presenters: Rick Webster, Vice President, Public Policy and Andy Monday, Program Manager, Veterans and Business Development Support.

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20250707 1000 JP Morgan Chase Presentation

Tue, 08 Jul 2025 01:05:00 -0000

20250707 1000 JP Morgan Chase Presentation Originally Broadcasted July 7, 2025, on ACB Media 1

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20250706 1430 All About the Texas BEP Program

Sun, 06 Jul 2025 14:49:00 -0000

20250706 1430 All About the Texas BEP Program Originally Broadcasted July 6, 2025, on ACB Media 2 This session highlighted the Business Enterprise Program in Texas so participants can learn how they train vendors, the types of facilities they have in the program, and some statistics of relevance: gross sales, number of facilities, number of vendors, etc. They also learned how blind persons can become a vendor in the state. Presenters: Karla Martinez, Training and Development Specialist, Criss Cole Rehabilitation Center, Austin, TX; Crawford J. Odom, BET Business Consultant - District 2, Business Enterprise of Texas - Texas Workforce Commission, Fort Worth, TX and others

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20250706 1300 Discover the World of Entrepreneurship

Sun, 06 Jul 2025 14:45:00 -0000

Co-sponsored by RSVA, IVIE, ACB Next Generation, Employment Committee and Rehab Issues Task 20250706 1300 Discover the World of Entrepreneurship Originally Broadcasted July 6, 2025, on ACB Media Participants joined us as dynamic entrepreneurs share their journeys, including opportunities within the Randolph-Sheppard Program. Hear firsthand how they chose the path of entrepreneurship and what drives their success. Force Presenters: Kevin Fortune, Owner The fortune Agency, CEO National BVI Chamber of Commerce, Cincinnati, OH, Hayley Agers, DoTERRA Wellness Advocate, Marysville, WA, Ardis Bazyn, Bazyn Communications, Thornton, CO, Linda Allison, President Tennessee Council of the Blind and Tennessee vendor, Knoxville, TN, and Conrad Bennett, Lots of Smiles, Romney, WV.

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20250705 1600 From Setback to Comeback-Essential Tools for a Successful Career Change After a Job Loss

Sun, 06 Jul 2025 00:24:00 -0000

20250705 1600 From Setback to Comeback-Essential Tools for a Successful Career Change After a Job Loss Originally Broadcasted July 5, 2025, on ACB Media 2 This Interactive panel provided Practical tools and tips from professionals to help them recharge or reinvent their career from resume and interview tips, career assessment/coaching, job search techniques and self-care and mental health advice. Co-sponsored by ACBGE and the Employment Committee Moderator: Pat Sheehan, President, ACB Government Employees - Silver Spring, MD Panelist: Pam Shaw - Chair - ACB Mental Health and Wellness Committee - Jenkintown, PA, Cheryl Cumings - Workforce Development Manager -Lighthouse for the Blind, Inc. - Seattle, WA - ACB Employment Committee, and Sara Freeman Smith -Career Navigator/CEO U R Gems, LLC., ACB Employment Committee, Houston, TX.

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20250705 1430 Tips for Preventing Identity Theft

Sun, 06 Jul 2025 00:17:00 -0000

20250705 1430 Tips for Preventing Identity Theft Originally Broadcasted July 5, 2025, on ACB Media 2 Speakers gave participants ways to prevent identity theft. They also learned about recent scams and how to identify them so you don't get scammed. Panelists: Deborah Joice, Author, Honolulu, HI and Chris Peterson, Founder and CEO, Penny Forward, Richfield, MN.

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20250705 1300 Bringing Meaning to Your Business

Sat, 05 Jul 2025 23:57:00 -0000

20250705 1300 ringing Meaning to Your Business Originally Broadcasted July 5, 2025, on ACB Media 2 Our speaker used personal experiences to highlight how using the mission and goals of the business will help it thrive. The main focus is on bringing meaning into their business to ensure the passion for the business continues. Presenter: Dan Lococo, PhD, Affinity By Design, Inc., Milwaukee, WI.

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20250628 1430 Using Braille in the Workplace

Sat, 28 Jun 2025 15:47:00 -0000

20250628 1430 Using Braille in the Workplace Originally Broadcasted June 28, 2025, on ACB Media 3 Participants heard from a panel of braille users about how they are using braille every day as a vital part of their job. How important is it in improving job productivity? Explored how braille is being used now versus 40 years ago. Co-sponsored by: Braille Revival League, ACB Employment Committee and AABT

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20250628 1130 AI in the Workplace and Beyond

Sat, 28 Jun 2025 15:11:00 -0000

20250628 1130 AI in the Workplace and Beyond Originally Broadcasted June 28, 2025, on ACB Media 2 Are you interested in integrating AI into your professional life but don't know quite how to start? Participants joined the Employment Committee and BITS as human presenters encouraged and guided us to start this journey. Presenters: Peter Altschul, Employment Committee Chair, Coos Bay, OR and Jeff Bishop, BITS president, Tucson AZ.

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20250627 1730 All About Requesting an Assessment from your Voc Rehab Agency

Sat, 28 Jun 2025 01:01:00 -0000

20250627 1730 All About Requesting an Assessment from your Voc Rehab Agency Originally Broadcasted June 27, 2025, on ACB Media 2 This session discussed a comprehensive tool for blind and low vision individuals to use to determine strengths, areas for improvement, and weaknesses when planning education and employment.

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20240709 1600 Guiding the Next Generation

Tue, 09 Jul 2024 18:22:00 -0000

20240709 1600 Guiding the Next Generation Originally Broadcasted July 9, 2024, on ACB Media Zoom Recorder Attendees heard how seasoned attorneys can help guide the next generation of attorneys. Presenters: Angelina Hollingsworth, Roseberg, OR and Paige Miller, Tucson, AZ. Edited By: Regina Marie Brink

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20240709 1430 Diagram of a Capital Murder Prosecution

Tue, 09 Jul 2024 18:08:00 -0000

20240709 1430 Diagram of a Capital Murder Prosecution Originally Broadcasted July 9, 2024, on ACB Media Zoom Recorder Attendees learned from an assistant district attorney about the nuts and bolts of preparing for a Capital murder trial. Presenter: Chris Prentice, Levelland, TX Edited By: Doug Hunsinger

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20240709 0730 NIB Breakfast Speaker

Tue, 09 Jul 2024 15:39:00 -0000

20240709 0730 NIB Breakfast Speaker Originally Broadcasted July 9, 2024, on ACB Media Zoom Recorder Edited By: Doug Hunsinger

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20240708 1730 Unlock the Power of Financial Freedom with Penny Forward

Mon, 08 Jul 2024 15:02:00 -0000

20240708 1730 Unlock the Power of Financial Freedom with Penny Forward Originally Broadcasted July 8, 2024, on ACB Media Zoom Recorder This was an essential workshop for anyone eager to master the art of financial management while navigating government benefits and employment challenges. In this interactive session, participants learned how their income and expenses impact their Supplemental Security Income and Social Security Disability Insurance benefits. We also showed attendees the critical importance of keeping meticulous financial records. Discover how this simple practice can be your best defense against Social Security overpayments, saving you from unnecessary stress and financial setbacks. We guided participants through the practical steps to manage these situations with confidence. Explore the benefits of an ABLE account, a remarkable financial tool that allows you to save up to $100,000 without jeopardizing your Supplemental Security Income (SSI) benefits. Learn how to set up and manage an ABLE account to maximize your savings and maintain your benefits. Discover how Penny Forward can be your partner in navigating these financial pathways. With our self-paced online courses, group workshops, and one on one financial counseling, you'll gain not only knowledge but also practical solutions to apply immediately to your financial life. Edited By: Doug Hunsinger

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20240708 1030 Motivating State Agencies to Improve Their Business Enterprise Programs

Mon, 08 Jul 2024 14:23:00 -0000

20240708 1030 Motivating State Agencies to Improve Their Business Enterprise Programs Originally Broadcasted July 8, 2024, on ACB Media 2 This panel focused on how to ensure state agencies administering the Randolph-Sheppard vending facility program work to ensure that blind vendors will be awarded military dining facility sites and keep their programs moving forward. The panel discussed how state agency staff can be more entrepreneurial in their efforts to get new vending facility locations and help blind vendors to be more entrepreneurial, as well. The panel also discussed what steps can be taken for elected committees of blind vendors and state agencies to work together for the best interests of the program and the vendors within it. Edited By: John Gassman

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20240707 1300 Speed Networking-The Vendor Game

Sun, 07 Jul 2024 16:20:00 -0000

20240707 1300 Speed Networking-The Vendor Game Originally Broadcasted July 7, 2024, on ACB Media Zoom Recorder In this session, career options were explored including Randolph-Sheppard opportunities. Edited By: Doug Hunsinger

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20240707 1430 Discover, Connect, Thrive-Building Brighter Tomorrows

Sun, 07 Jul 2024 12:55:00 -0000

20240707 1430 Discover, Connect, Thrive-Building Brighter Tomorrows Originally Broadcasted July 7, 2024, on ACB Media Zoom Recorder Juggling essential tasks such as managing finances, whipping up quick meals, and fostering social connections can feel like an uphill battle. Accessible tools and strategies can make these challenges manageable and seamless. Don't let these roadblocks define your path, participants learned how to define your own path. Attendees joined Hindley Williams, Edward Shaham, and Kolby Garrison who offered tools and strategies to help you build and execute a future in which you can thrive. This is your chance to step out of the shadows of uncertainty and into a life where financial independence, health, and community are within your grasp. Facilitator: Hindley Williams, Program Analyst, United States Department of Health and Human Services, Parkville, MD Panelists:: Edward Shaham, Accountant and Supply Chain Manager, West Hartford, CT, and Kolby Garrison, ACB Development Officer, Greensboro, NC Edited By: Doug Hunsinger

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20240707 1430 All About the Florida BEP Program

Sun, 07 Jul 2024 12:50:00 -0000

20240707 1430 All About the Florida BEP Program Originally Broadcasted July 7, 2024, on ACB Media Zoom Recorder This session highlighted the Business Enterprise Program (BEP) in Florida so participants will learn how they train vendors, the types of facilities in the program, and some statistics of relevance: gross sales, number of facilities, number of vendors, etc. They also learned how blind people can become vendors in the state. Edited By: Doug Hunsinger

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20240706 1600 Network Yourself for Success Originally Broadcasted July 6, 2024, on ACB Media Zoom Recorder

Sat, 06 Jul 2024 15:43:00 -0000

20240706 1600 Network Yourself for Success Originally Broadcasted July 6, 2024, on ACB Media Zoom Recorder In conjunction with our June 27th P.R.E.P for Successful Networking program, we hosted an in-person networking event where you can practice what you've P.R.E.P'd. Come mingle with members of the ACB Employment Committee, ACB Government Employees, American Association of Blind Teachers, American Association of Visually Impaired Attorneys, Independent Visually Impaired Entrepreneurs (IVIE), and Randolph-Sheppard Vendors of America (RSVA) among others and join us for an evening of creating new connections. All are welcome, whether you attended the virtual event or not. Edited By: Doug Hunsinger

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20240706 1300 How a Visually Impaired Entrepreneur Created and Launched Her New Business

Sat, 06 Jul 2024 15:19:00 -0000

20240706 1300 How a Visually Impaired Entrepreneur Created and Launched Her New Business Originally Broadcasted July 6, 2024, on ACB Media 3 Motivational Speaker: Tricia Waechter, CEO, Blind Girl Designs Edited By: John Gassman

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20240628 1400 The Interview and You

Fri, 28 Jun 2024 18:09:00 -0000

20240628 1400 The Interview and You Originally Broadcasted June 28, 2024, on ACB Media 5 Interviews are intimidating, whether for student organizations, internships, scholarships, or jobs. Fear not, ACBS is here to help with its workshop geared toward interview prep. Attendees learned about the ins-and-outs of a successful interview, pre- and post-interview etiquette, and how to stand out and achieve your goals. Edited By: Mary Ann Grignon

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20240628 1230 Turning Stones into Gems

Fri, 28 Jun 2024 18:01:00 -0000

20240628 1230 Turning Stones into Gems Originally Broadcasted June 28, 2024, on ACB Media 2 Attendees learned how to find direction in their life and career. ACB Employment Committee member and author Sarah Freeman Smith discussed her personal story and tools on her career journey as HR/Recruiting leader and now speaker and disability advocate. Edited By: Doug Hunsinger

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20240628 Get More Chances to Score a Job Using the Workforce Office

Fri, 28 Jun 2024 17:57:00 -0000

20240628 Get More Chances to Score a Job Using the Workforce Office Originally Broadcasted June 28, 2024, on ACB Media 4 The Rehab Issues Task Force held a panel on how some states have been successful at giving people with vision loss access to the programs and resources offered in the Workforce offices and therefore allowing for additional avenues to employment as well as the standard Vocational rehabilitation office blind service office. Edited By: Mary Ann Grignon

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20240627 1230 Disability and the Community College Workplace Pipeline

Thu, 27 Jun 2024 15:25:00 -0000

20240627 1230 Disability and the Community College Workplace Pipeline Originally Broadcasted June 27, 2024, on ACB Media 4 Attendees learned about how community college staff partner with VR (vocational Rehabilitation) and other community agencies to better prepare disabled students for academic and career success facilitated by a five-year federal grant. Edited By: Darcy Burnard

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20230702 1300 RSVA Presentation Cooking Without Looking

Sat, 02 Sep 2023 01:55:00 -0000

20230702 1300 RSVA Presentation Cooking Without Looking Originally Broadcasted July 2, 2023, on ACB Media 3 How we can ALL change the Way We See Blindness Together. Speakers: Renee Rentmeester, Creator/Executive Producer, Albany, Georgia Allen Preston, Host, West Palm Beach, Florida Annette Watkins, Host, Plantation, Florida Edited By: Brian McCallen

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20230703 1600 Running to Win-A Blind Attorneys experience to Seek Public Office

Fri, 01 Sep 2023 14:00:00 -0000

20230703 1600 Running to Win-A Blind Attorneys experience to Seek Public Office Originally Broadcasted July 3, 2023, on ACB Media 3 Ollie Cantos a blind City Council person, spoke on his experiences in the political field and his legal career. Edited By: Doug Hunsinger

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20230703 1600 Meet the All New APH ConnectCenter

Fri, 01 Sep 2023 14:00:00 -0000

20230703 1600 Meet the All New APH ConnectCenter Originally Broadcasted July 3, 2023, on ACB Media Are you career curious, interested in information and resources for adults, or in finding tools to support families with children who are blind or have low vision? The ConnectCenter is celebrating its fifth birthday with APH. Participants joined Katie Frederick and Richard Rueda from the APH ConnectCenter team as they unveiled digital tools and resources empowering, influencing, and impacting you and your community. Attendees had a conversation with the team and took away some fun giveaways! Richard Rueda, Assistant Director Connect Center & Katie Frederick, Digital Content Manager, VisionAware Edited By: Doug Hunsinger

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20230701 1300 RSVA-All about the Illinois Business Enterprise Program

Fri, 01 Sep 2023 05:30:00 -0000

20230701 1300 RSVA-All about the Illinois Business Enterprise Program Originally Broadcasted July 1, 2023, on ACB Media 4 This session highlighted the Business Enterprise Program in Illinois so participants will learn how they train vendors, the types of facilities they have in the program, and some statistics of relevance:

gross sales
number of facilities
number of vendors
etc.

They also learned how blind persons can become a vendor in the state. Edited By: Tim Cumings

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20230624 1300 You Got the Job-Now What

Sun, 20 Aug 2023 16:30:00 -0000

20230624 1300 You Got the Job-Now What Originally Broadcasted June 24, 2023, on ACB Media 3 Have you been looking for a job or seeking out a promotion and were unsure of how to negotiate for the accommodations you require to be successful? Have you felt like you deserved a promotion but didn't know what to do next? Whether it's figuring out what accommodations are needed, how to take those brave steps to move yourself up in your company, or how to set yourself up for a successful career, Attendees joined a Retail Technology Sales Representative seeking out her next promotion, a newly hired Account Support Specialist working with her employer to make her job accessible, and a Tax Examiner at the US Treasury Department who has now settled into his new role. Edited By: Darcy Burnard

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20230624 1300 Solutions That Make You More Productive and Efficient Throughout Your Workday

Sun, 20 Aug 2023 16:30:00 -0000

20230624 1300 Solutions That Make You More Productive and Efficient Throughout Your Workday Originally Broadcasted June 24, 2023, on ACB Media 4 The presenter for this session was Brian Hartgen, Hartgen Consultancy. Edited By: Darcy Burnard

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20230624 1130 Bots, AI, social media, and Virtual Exploring the brave new world of the future career search.

Sun, 20 Aug 2023 16:15:00 -0000

20230624 1130 Bots, AI, social media, and Virtual Exploring the brave new world of the future career search. Originally Broadcasted June 24, 2023, on ACB Media 4 Attendees learned about artificial intelligence's impact on future career searches, and how best to prepare for these changes. Facilitator: Peter Altschul, Creating Common Ground Consultant, Columbia MO Panelists: Melanie Sinohui, Senior Process Engineer, Wells Fargo, Phoenix, AZ John Robinson, President and CEO, Our Ability, Inc., Albany, NY. Edited By: Janet Ingber

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20230623 1430 Panel discussion with the experts-Leverage technology in work, play and life.

Sun, 20 Aug 2023 15:30:00 -0000

20230623 1430 Panel discussion with the experts-Leverage technology in work, play and life. Originally Broadcasted June 23, 2023, on ACB Media 4 MS product engineers gathered to answer questions based on user experience scenarios across industries. Attendees learned best practices and resources from the product experts including Windows, Teams, Cloud &, AI, and Seeing AI. Edited By: Larry Gassman

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20230623 1130 Perfecting Professionalism on Paper

Sun, 20 Aug 2023 14:35:00 -0000

20230623 1130 Perfecting Professionalism on Paper Originally Broadcasted June 23, 2023, on ACB Media 4 Entering and navigating the hiring process can be challenging for current students. We reviewed the basics and some well-kept corporate secrets of what makes a good resume. During this virtual event, students were able to ask questions about do's and don'ts to help them create a strong resume that tackles the needs of specific employers. Edited By: Darcy Burnard

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20230624 1000 Making a Big Difference with Rehabilitation Coaching

Sun, 20 Aug 2023 04:00:00 -0000

20230624 1000 Making a Big Difference with Rehabilitation Coaching Originally Broadcasted June 24, 2023, on ACB Media 3 ** Do you want to win at the Game? Try getting a coach. Imagine how your rehabilitation experience would have been if you had had a coach by your side preparing you for your IPE and helping you through your meetings with your counselor. Attendees heard about a project to train Rehab Coaches for affiliates. Edited By: Doug Hunsinger**

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20220706 NIB Virtual Breakfast

Wed, 05 Oct 2022 15:25:22 -0000

20220706 NIB Virtual Breakfast Originally Aired July 6, 2022, on ACB Media Attendees joined NSITE, National Industries for the Blinds new national workforce enterprise that connects talent to opportunity. Edited By: John Gassman

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20220704 Selling Yourself - How to Put Your Best Foot Forward in the Evolving Employment World

Tue, 04 Oct 2022 00:03:00 -0000

20220704 Selling Yourself - How to Put Your Best Foot Forward in the Evolving Employment World Originally Aired July 4, 2022, on ACB Media

Participants joined: · Sara Freemen Smith, an HR professional on the ACB Employment Committee · Pam Shaw, an entrepreneur, and IVIE member · Kaila Allen, recent new-hire and ACB Next Generation member

** as they shared their experiences with written, verbal, and visual aspects of positioning yourself as the best job candidate and maximizing those networking opportunities. The panel tackled these three aspects in each of their facets of the employment/networking processes.**

Sponsored by IVIE, ACB Next Generation and the ACB Employment committee

Edited By: Brian McCallen

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20220703 RSVA - Celebrating over 50 years of achievement and advocacy

Sat, 01 Oct 2022 00:41:54 -0000

20220703 RSVA - Celebrating over 50 years of achievement and advocacy Originally Aired July 3, 2022, on ACB Media Our speaker was Deb Cook Lewis, ACB 1st Vice President and retired technology specialist. Edited By: Douglas Hunsinger

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20220702 RSVA - Outlook Enrichment Assistance

Thu, 29 Sep 2022 02:51:29 -0000

20220702 RSVA - Outlook Enrichment Assistance Originally Aired July 2, 2022, on ACB Media What is "Outlook Enrichment Assistance?" Attendees learned about the differing technologies and skills training that assist those entering the vending program and other careers. Presenters: · Paulette Monthei BSW, MPA, Enrichment Executive Director, Omaha, Nebraska · Alex Curtis, NE Vendor Trainee, Omaha, Nebraska Edited By: Douglas Hunsinger

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20220702 Pitch in an Elevator - Talking It Up When You Are Going Down

Thu, 29 Sep 2022 02:44:02 -0000

20220702 Pitch in an Elevator - Talking It Up When You Are Going Down Originally Aired July 2, 2022, on ACB Media Many of us find it difficult to talk about ourselves but being able to make an impression in a few short seconds is an integral part of networking and sometimes even landing that job opportunity. Attendees joined the ACB Employment Committee as we collaborated with participants in a workshop setting to fine tune and share their elevator pitch. Edited By: John Gassman

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20220702 RSVA - The Value of Randolph-Sheppard Business Enterprises as Career Opportunities

Thu, 29 Sep 2022 02:39:06 -0000

20220702 RSVA - The Value of Randolph-Sheppard Business Enterprises as Career Opportunities Originally Aired July 2, 2022, on ACB Media Participants learned the benefits of this career option and how states find recruits. Attendees also learned the skills needed and the education and training that is provided. Presenters: · Eric Buckwalter, CVRCB, NBE Coordinator, Nebraska Commission for the Blind and Visually Impaired, Lincoln, Nebraska · John Gordon, Bureau Chief and Acting BEP Director, Illinois Department for the Blind, Chicago, IL · Patrick Martin, RSVF Vendor, Tallahassee, Florida Co-sponsored by the ACB Rehabilitation Task Force Edited By: Jenine Stanley

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20220702 RSVA - All about the Nebraska Business Enterprise Program

Thu, 29 Sep 2022 02:34:54 -0000

20220702 RSVA - All about the Nebraska Business Enterprise Program Originally Aired July 2, 2022, on ACB Media This session highlighted the Business Enterprise Program in Nebraska. Participants learned how vendors are trained, the types of facilities they have in the program, and some statistics of relevance: gross sales, number of facilities, number of vendors, etc. Attendees also learned how blind persons can become a vendor in the state. Presenters: · Eric Buckwalter, CVRCB, NBE Coordinator, Nebraska Commission for the Blind and Visually Impaired, Lincoln, Nebraska · Jim Jirak, Owner Jirak Enterprises, Omaha, Nebraska Edited By: Douglas Hunsinger

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20220625 Social Security at Work

Wed, 24 Aug 2022 18:42:12 -0000

20220625 Social Security at Work Originally Aired June 25, 2022, on ACB Media

Attendees learned how to address the tensions between SSDI, SSI and money earned while working. Panelists: • Lori Scharff, Certified Financial Incentive Professional, Waynesboro, VA • Chris Peterson, Founder, President and CEO, Penny Forward, Richfield MN

Edited By: Douglas Hunsinger

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20220625 Do you really need Indeed? Indeed you might

Tue, 23 Aug 2022 15:08:45 -0000

20220625 Do you really need Indeed? Indeed you might Originally Aired June 25, 2022, on ACB Media

Attendees learned to leverage Indeed.com to jumpstart their job search. Presenter: Don Horvath, Senior Instructor, Helen Keller National Center, Sand Point, NY.

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