Transistor (https://transistor.fm) https://feeds.transistor.fm/lets-work-inclusively-with-dylan-m-rafaty Let’s Work Inclusively is a podcast focused on advancing accessibility and inclusion across communities. Featuring voices from business, nonprofit, and government sectors, each episode explores real-world solutions and stories that help create spaces where everyone can belong and participate fully. © 2026 Dylan M. Rafaty 073c2d50-8de7-557a-94df-84092bec6e50 yes en Thu, 19 Mar 2026 11:00:11 -0500 Thu, 19 Mar 2026 11:02:21 -0500 https://img.transistorcdn.com/zuoBTmSEUQBnrpBuvqtxq6c5B4xIUIVAy7RMA1JQDuI/rs:fill:0:0:1/w:1400/h:1400/q:60/mb:500000/aHR0cHM6Ly9pbWct/dXBsb2FkLXByb2R1/Y3Rpb24udHJhbnNp/c3Rvci5mbS81NzU1/YjJlMjQ2NzViZjA4/OTY1MWY3Njc0YzQ1/Y2I0YS5wbmc.jpg episodic Dylan M. Rafaty Let’s Work Inclusively is a podcast focused on advancing accessibility and inclusion across communities. Featuring voices from business, nonprofit, and government sectors, each episode explores real-world solutions and stories that help create spaces where everyone can belong and participate fully. Let’s Work Inclusively is a podcast focused on advancing accessibility and inclusion across communities. Real News PR No No 8 8 Creating Inclusive Communities: Shammah Joy on Accessibility, Intentionality & Equity full ad7077ed-c9ad-4244-958c-ab04aab35c5c https://share.transistor.fm/s/76095837 Shammah Joy, founder of the Overcomer Foundation and longtime advocate for accessibility and diffability, joins Dylan M. Rafaty to share her journey of empowerment through lived experience as a parent and entrepreneur. Together, they explore how intentional inclusivity and allyship can transform communities and foster true belonging for individuals with differences in abilities. Shammah’s innovative approaches, from the iCans book series to fostering accessibility-first mindsets in organizations, move beyond awareness to create communities of true inclusion.

]]> Shammah Joy, founder of the Overcomer Foundation and longtime advocate for accessibility and diffability, joins Dylan M. Rafaty to share her journey of empowerment through lived experience as a parent and entrepreneur. Together, they explore how intentional inclusivity and allyship can transform communities and foster true belonging for individuals with differences in abilities. Shammah’s innovative approaches, from the iCans book series to fostering accessibility-first mindsets in organizations, move beyond awareness to create communities of true inclusion.

]]> Thu, 19 Mar 2026 11:00:00 -0500 Dylan M. Rafaty Dylan M. Rafaty 2013 Shammah Joy, founder of the Overcomer Foundation and longtime advocate for accessibility and diffability, joins Dylan M. Rafaty to share her journey of empowerment through lived experience as a parent and entrepreneur. Together, they explore how intentional inclusivity and allyship can transform communities and foster true belonging for individuals with differences in abilities. Shammah’s innovative approaches, from the iCans book series to fostering accessibility-first mindsets in organizations, move beyond awareness to create communities of true inclusion.

]]> No 7 7 Developing Genuine Corporate Giving Strategies That Engage Employees and Community full 4a347282-d0d1-4d84-af2e-90553d0bf0dd https://share.transistor.fm/s/8223bb5b What if your business could create lasting community impact while truly engaging your employees? Nick Marino Jr., Director of the Center for Business Impact at Communities Foundation of Texas, joins host Dylan M. Rafaty and shares his personal journey from a life-changing mission trip to pioneering authentic corporate philanthropy strategies that empower employees and foster sustainable community partnerships.

]]> What if your business could create lasting community impact while truly engaging your employees? Nick Marino Jr., Director of the Center for Business Impact at Communities Foundation of Texas, joins host Dylan M. Rafaty and shares his personal journey from a life-changing mission trip to pioneering authentic corporate philanthropy strategies that empower employees and foster sustainable community partnerships.

]]> Thu, 19 Feb 2026 11:00:00 -0600 Dylan M. Rafaty Dylan M. Rafaty 1974 What if your business could create lasting community impact while truly engaging your employees? Nick Marino Jr., Director of the Center for Business Impact at Communities Foundation of Texas, joins host Dylan M. Rafaty and shares his personal journey from a life-changing mission trip to pioneering authentic corporate philanthropy strategies that empower employees and foster sustainable community partnerships.

]]> No 6 6 Harnessing AI, Cybersecurity & Accessibility for Business Growth with Tiffani Martin full 942270b3-04eb-4761-bb22-57150fbd8a78 https://share.transistor.fm/s/e42685a0 Dylan M. Rafaty welcomes Tiffani Martin, founder and CEO of VisioTech, to discuss her journey pivoting into the disability and technology space after losing her sight. Together, they explore how accessibility, artificial intelligence, and cybersecurity intersect as powerful drivers for inclusion and business impact, highlighting Tiffani's leadership and the importance of support systems. Tune in to discover how embracing disability inclusion isn’t just the right thing to do—it’s a $13 trillion economic opportunity.

]]> Dylan M. Rafaty welcomes Tiffani Martin, founder and CEO of VisioTech, to discuss her journey pivoting into the disability and technology space after losing her sight. Together, they explore how accessibility, artificial intelligence, and cybersecurity intersect as powerful drivers for inclusion and business impact, highlighting Tiffani's leadership and the importance of support systems. Tune in to discover how embracing disability inclusion isn’t just the right thing to do—it’s a $13 trillion economic opportunity.

]]> Thu, 15 Jan 2026 11:00:00 -0600 Dylan M. Rafaty Dylan M. Rafaty 2008 Dylan M. Rafaty welcomes Tiffani Martin, founder and CEO of VisioTech, to discuss her journey pivoting into the disability and technology space after losing her sight. Together, they explore how accessibility, artificial intelligence, and cybersecurity intersect as powerful drivers for inclusion and business impact, highlighting Tiffani's leadership and the importance of support systems. Tune in to discover how embracing disability inclusion isn’t just the right thing to do—it’s a $13 trillion economic opportunity.

]]> No 5 5 Building Community-Driven Accessibility: How Richardson's Leadership Prioritizes Inclusion full d46430e8-c2d7-4c3f-a949-9adea0320ed9 https://share.transistor.fm/s/5f66ff38 How does a city balance innovation with true accessibility? Mayor Amir Omar and City Manager Don Magner share how Richardson is redefining inclusion—from inclusive playgrounds to adaptive community events and a groundbreaking ADA transition plan. Tune in to discover how relationship-driven leadership and community engagement are shaping a city where everyone belongs.

]]> How does a city balance innovation with true accessibility? Mayor Amir Omar and City Manager Don Magner share how Richardson is redefining inclusion—from inclusive playgrounds to adaptive community events and a groundbreaking ADA transition plan. Tune in to discover how relationship-driven leadership and community engagement are shaping a city where everyone belongs.

]]> Thu, 18 Dec 2025 11:00:00 -0600 Dylan M. Rafaty Dylan M. Rafaty 2275 How does a city balance innovation with true accessibility? Mayor Amir Omar and City Manager Don Magner share how Richardson is redefining inclusion—from inclusive playgrounds to adaptive community events and a groundbreaking ADA transition plan. Tune in to discover how relationship-driven leadership and community engagement are shaping a city where everyone belongs.

]]> No 4 4 How Can We Rethink Disability Inclusion? Meryl K. Evans Explains the Spectrum of Communication Needs full 486fbe7a-7fd8-4c84-bbb7-c619990df4b7 https://share.transistor.fm/s/56010535 Born profoundly deaf and a leading voice in accessible communication, Meryl K. Evans shares her personal and professional journey advocating for disability inclusion in the workplace. Together with host Dylan M. Rafaty, she explores how offering communication options and involving people with disabilities in design fosters true accessibility beyond mere compliance. This episode highlights practical strategies, technology’s evolving role, and impactful community achievements in North Texas.

]]> Born profoundly deaf and a leading voice in accessible communication, Meryl K. Evans shares her personal and professional journey advocating for disability inclusion in the workplace. Together with host Dylan M. Rafaty, she explores how offering communication options and involving people with disabilities in design fosters true accessibility beyond mere compliance. This episode highlights practical strategies, technology’s evolving role, and impactful community achievements in North Texas.

]]> Thu, 20 Nov 2025 11:00:00 -0600 Dylan M. Rafaty Dylan M. Rafaty 2020 Born profoundly deaf and a leading voice in accessible communication, Meryl K. Evans shares her personal and professional journey advocating for disability inclusion in the workplace. Together with host Dylan M. Rafaty, she explores how offering communication options and involving people with disabilities in design fosters true accessibility beyond mere compliance. This episode highlights practical strategies, technology’s evolving role, and impactful community achievements in North Texas.

]]> No 3 3 How Can Collaboration Transform Disability Support? Insights with Mandy Noerper of ConnectIDD full a1c77429-8c18-450f-81da-ec73d26596f0 https://share.transistor.fm/s/c6e4241f “Disability inclusion thrives when we stop reinventing the wheel and start collaborating.” Mandy Noerper, National Director of Programs at ConnectIDD, shares how her team supports organizations nationwide to strengthen services for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD). Tune in to discover how strategic partnerships and innovative program design are reshaping accessibility and empowering communities across the U.S.

]]> “Disability inclusion thrives when we stop reinventing the wheel and start collaborating.” Mandy Noerper, National Director of Programs at ConnectIDD, shares how her team supports organizations nationwide to strengthen services for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD). Tune in to discover how strategic partnerships and innovative program design are reshaping accessibility and empowering communities across the U.S.

]]> Thu, 16 Oct 2025 10:00:00 -0500 Dylan M. Rafaty Dylan M. Rafaty 1951 “Disability inclusion thrives when we stop reinventing the wheel and start collaborating.” Mandy Noerper, National Director of Programs at ConnectIDD, shares how her team supports organizations nationwide to strengthen services for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD). Tune in to discover how strategic partnerships and innovative program design are reshaping accessibility and empowering communities across the U.S.

]]> No 2 2 How to Cultivate Future Leaders: Valuable Lessons from the Emerging Leaders Fellowship full 48df7462-c662-4e0a-a446-4112b817adb5 https://share.transistor.fm/s/8016dff0 Ready to be inspired? Join Dylan M. Rafaty as he chats with emerging leaders Curtis Grice, Jordan Busby, and Carolyn Kedslie on the latest episode of Let's Work Inclusively. They share their journeys through the Emerging Leaders Fellowship Program, tackling vital topics like accessibility, mental health, and the importance of community support. Discover how these passionate individuals are shaping a more inclusive future and learn how you can contribute to this movement. Tune in for insights that could spark your own leadership journey!

]]> Ready to be inspired? Join Dylan M. Rafaty as he chats with emerging leaders Curtis Grice, Jordan Busby, and Carolyn Kedslie on the latest episode of Let's Work Inclusively. They share their journeys through the Emerging Leaders Fellowship Program, tackling vital topics like accessibility, mental health, and the importance of community support. Discover how these passionate individuals are shaping a more inclusive future and learn how you can contribute to this movement. Tune in for insights that could spark your own leadership journey!

]]> Thu, 18 Sep 2025 10:00:00 -0500 Dylan M. Rafaty Dylan M. Rafaty 2091 Ready to be inspired? Join Dylan M. Rafaty as he chats with emerging leaders Curtis Grice, Jordan Busby, and Carolyn Kedslie on the latest episode of Let's Work Inclusively. They share their journeys through the Emerging Leaders Fellowship Program, tackling vital topics like accessibility, mental health, and the importance of community support. Discover how these passionate individuals are shaping a more inclusive future and learn how you can contribute to this movement. Tune in for insights that could spark your own leadership journey!

]]> No 1 1 How to Champion Accessibility: Cynt Marshall’s Blueprint for Inclusive Leadership full bae87989-ddf1-435a-a92d-1cc92af92209 https://share.transistor.fm/s/f854e36f Join us for an inspiring conversation with Cynt Marshall, former CEO of the Dallas Mavericks and founder of Marshaling Resources, as she shares her journey toward championing inclusion and accessibility. Discover how her pivotal experiences shaped her commitment to creating equitable opportunities for all, especially in the foster care system. Tune in to learn how you can make a meaningful impact in your community by embracing fairness and engagement!

]]> Join us for an inspiring conversation with Cynt Marshall, former CEO of the Dallas Mavericks and founder of Marshaling Resources, as she shares her journey toward championing inclusion and accessibility. Discover how her pivotal experiences shaped her commitment to creating equitable opportunities for all, especially in the foster care system. Tune in to learn how you can make a meaningful impact in your community by embracing fairness and engagement!

]]> Wed, 20 Aug 2025 16:33:13 -0500 Dylan M. Rafaty Dylan M. Rafaty 1842 Join us for an inspiring conversation with Cynt Marshall, former CEO of the Dallas Mavericks and founder of Marshaling Resources, as she shares her journey toward championing inclusion and accessibility. Discover how her pivotal experiences shaped her commitment to creating equitable opportunities for all, especially in the foster care system. Tune in to learn how you can make a meaningful impact in your community by embracing fairness and engagement!

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