Accessibility Leadership Evangelist

I help organizations make accessibility a natural part of how they lead.

What I Focus On

Accessibility

I view accessibility as opportunity. As the starting point for growth. When people have access, they can learn, contribute, and lead.

I help organizations build accessibility into their culture and everyday decisions so all people can participate fully.

Learning

Learning is how organizations access their untapped potential. It’s not always the easy choice, but it’s the path to innovation.

I help teams build the skills, confidence, and support they need to stop reacting and start growing on purpose.

Leadership

Leadership is about creating the conditions where people can grow. It shows up in the everyday choices that open doors for people.

I help teams build the clarity, curiosity, and consistency that allow leaders to emerge and support long‑term organizational growth.

Testimonials

“He played a key role in improving our platform's accessibility... and he was leading the charge in implementing WCAG 2.1 and 2.2 standards across our features.”
— Max van Steen, Chief Product Officer
“Jacob possesses a deep understanding of learning principles... he is an extremely valuable collaborator and colleague, always willing to share his knowledge and support with those he works with.”
— Megan Patterson, Customer Success Manager
“He can lead from any position.”
— Zoe Allerding, People + Culture Partner

How I Work

  • I listen first. I take time to understand your people, your systems, and the challenges they face.

  • We solve real problems. Together, we focus on practical changes that make your products and processes more inclusive.

  • We build something that lasts. I help your team gain the skills and confidence to continue improving accessibility long after our work together ends.

You’re in the right place if…

  • You’re part of a small‑to‑mid‑size organization. Big enough to have ambition and budget, but not so large that change gets lost in the hierarchy.

  • You want accessibility to be a leadership practice, not a checklist. You’re ready to build capability, not just fix issues.

  • You’re looking to mature your systems. Whether it’s accessibility, learning, or leadership, you want clarity, structure, and a partner who can guide you through the messy middle.

  • You're sick of silos. The idea of one unified leadership model that aligns your teams to a shared vision is something that resonates with you.

  • You care about people. You believe accessibility is part of how you serve your community, your customers, and your team.

If that sounds like you, then reach out.

Next Step

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