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Heard & EmpoweredAuthor: National Industries for the Blind
The Heard & Empowered podcast is where people who are blind, low vision, or visually impaired find job inspiration, career opportunities, and a path to success. National Industries for the Blind knows that blindness is not a barrier to employment and career success. Listen now and unlock a world of opportunities with a podcast specifically tailored for people who are blind. Discover the untold stories, limitless career paths, and soul-stirring journeys of people across the United States who have charted their own career paths. Learn more at HeardAndEmpowered.org. Language: en Genres: Business, Careers, Education, Self-Improvement Contact email: Get it Feed URL: Get it iTunes ID: Get it Trailer: |
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Building Accessible Career Pathways for People With Disabilities With Kevin Webb
Wednesday, 21 January, 2026
Kevin Webb is Head of Sustainability and Social Impact for Mitsubishi Electric in the Americas and Executive Director of the Mitsubishi Electric America Foundation. He leads the foundation's mission to empower young people with disabilities through corporate philanthropy, celebrating its 35th anniversary and supporting initiatives across 45 states. With a background in international relations and public administration, Kevin focuses on building inclusive communities and expanding access to technology and trade careers for young people. In this episode… Creating accessible career pathways for people with disabilities depends on intentional collaboration among educators, employers, and advocates who are committed to inclusive opportunities. For Kevin Webb, this work is both a professional mission and a deeply personal commitment rooted in community, dignity, and long-term impact. In this episode, Kevin shares his journey into sustainability and social impact leadership at Mitsubishi Electric in the Americas and as Executive Director of the Mitsubishi Electric America Foundation. He explains how the foundation focuses on empowering young people with disabilities through access to technology, workforce training, and employer readiness, particularly in high-demand IT and technical careers. Kevin Webb, a leader in corporate philanthropy and social sustainability, reflects on how partnerships with organizations are transforming lives by connecting training, credentials, and inclusive employers. He emphasizes that true success is measured not just by programs or numbers served, but by individuals gaining confidence, independence, and meaningful careers.
