Nicole Salzano shares the story of surviving a massive stroke during college swim and dive championships and navigating recovery with aphasia. From rebuilding communication skills to becoming a public speaker, Nicole discusses the challenges, strategies, and persistence that have shaped life after stroke. Nicole also reflects on volunteering at the Adler Aphasia Center, creating transparent social media content about recovery, and beginning a new career as a paraprofessional supporting elementary school teachers and students. Through speaking engagements and advocacy, Nicole works to raise awareness about blood clotting disorders, encourage self-advocacy, and share strategies for navigating aphasia.

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• Email: nicole@nicolesalzano.me
• Instagram: @nicole.salzano Nicole | Speaker | Creator | Advocate (@nicole.salzano) • Instagram photos and videos
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• Website: www.nicolesalzano.me

John Robinson speaks with Jack Allen, entrepreneur and founder of IT Equality, about building a Salesforce consulting business while navigating disability, parenting, and entrepreneurship. Jack shares the journey into the tech industry, the growth of IT Equality, and the mission to create opportunities for people without traditional technology experience. With a team made up largely of people with disabilities, IT Equality prioritizes problem-solving, mutual support, and recognizing individual strengths. Jack also discusses the importance of workplace accommodations, understanding personal strengths and challenges, and creating inclusive environments where people with disabilities can succeed.

• Instagram: @itequality ITequality (@itequality) • Instagram photos and videos
• Facebook: ITequality | Facebook
• LinkedIn: ITeq | LinkedIn
• TikTok: ITequality
• Website: Salesforce Revenue Cloud Consultants | ITeq
• Email for customers: sales@itequality.com

Inspired by his experience as a father of a son with autism, Michael Lounsbury created Beacon Wayfinding Technologies. It's an AI-powered platform designed to help people navigate complex spaces like airports, theme parks, and museums in ways that meet their individual needs. John Robinson and Michael discuss accessibility, sensory overload, safety, and the challenges of building a business with a mission to make the world more inclusive. Michael also shares how his military background shaped his resilience and why he believes Beacon can change how people experience the world.

• Website: Beacon — Every Journey. Every Ability. Every Traveler.
• Email for customers: mike@beaconwayfinding.com
• “Contact Us” form: Beacon — Every Journey. Every Ability. Every Traveler.
• Facebook: Michael Lounsbury (www.facebook.com/michael.lounsbury.3)
• LinkedIn: Beacon Wayfinding Technologies: Overview | LinkedIn
• Instagram: @michaellounsburyofficial