We're thrilled to announce our partnership with Nikkei and The Nippon Foundation for SYNC25, the world's first Accountability Summit on Disability Inclusion! As we continue our mission to end disability exclusion, SYNC25 marks a pivotal moment and the start of a decade of accountability for our companies. Save the Date: 3-4 December 2025 Location: Tokyo SYNC25 will be a hybrid event, ensuring accessibility for all. Stay tuned for more details on sponsorship and registration! For more information, visit: https://lnkd.in/dvScsr82 Japanese translation: 世界初の障害者インクルージョンに関するアカウンタビリティ・サミットとなるSYNC25に向けた、日経新聞社および日本財団とのパートナーシップを発表できることを大変嬉しく思います！ 障害者排除を終わらせるという私たちのミッションを続けるにあたり、SYNC25は大きな節目であり、Valuable 500参加企業にとってアカウンタビリティの10年の始まりです。これは単なるイベントではなく、真の影響力のある変化へのコミットメントです。 開催日：2025年12月3日〜4日 場所：東京 SYNC25はアクセシブルなハイブリッドイベントとして開催されます。協賛や登録に関する詳細については、後日お知らせいたします。 詳しくは以下をご覧ください：https://lnkd.in/dvScsr82 #SYNC25 #DisabilityInclusion #AccountabilitySummit
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The global business partnership of 500 companies working together to end disability exclusion.
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The global organisation of 500 Partners and Companies working together to end disability exclusion.
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https://www.thevaluable500.com
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Employees at Valuable 500
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Emi Aizawa
Japan/APAC Regional Account Manager at the Valuable 500 | Disability Inclusion | Development Cooperation
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Amy Whalley
Purpose driven leader, believes in collaboration and partnerships to create social impact, passionate about disability inclusion
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Caroline Casey
Co-Founder The Valuable 500
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Katy Talikowska
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The future of business is inclusive, and the time to act is now. Global Shift: The world is waking up to the immense value of diverse perspectives in leadership. Untapped Potential: 1.3 billion people with disabilities represent a vast market and talent pool waiting to be engaged. Competitive Edge: Companies embracing inclusive leadership are outperforming their peers in innovation and market growth. Societal Expectations: Customers, employees, and investors increasingly demand genuine commitment to diversity and inclusion. We are calling on forward-thinking companies to be at the forefront of this transformation. Our Generation Valuable mentoring programme is designed to elevate emerging leaders with a connection to disability into leadership roles. Are you ready to join the inclusive leadership movement? Learn more at https://lnkd.in/gAtD8DGS.
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"We know that we’ll only grow as a business by listening to what our customers want, not telling them what they want. […] True inclusion and accessibility come from understanding, awareness, and active engagement with the disability community." As part of National Disability Employment Awareness Month, (#NDEAM) we spoke to US-based Valuable 500 company BraunAbility. In our latest piece, Megan Wegner, BraunAbility’s Associate Director of Brand, Communications, and DEI, highlights the company's focus on inclusivity and employability. The company actively involves people with mobility difficulties in product development and within the organisation. BraunAbility advocates for broader accessibility through initiatives like "Save Our Spots," which tackles the misuse of accessible parking spaces, and "The Driving Force," an online community helping shape the company’s initiatives. Their "Drive for Inclusion Report" highlights disparities in how people with disabilities are perceived and accommodated in the workplace. Full case study: https://lnkd.in/edUV9727 #DisabilityEmployment #AccessAndInclusion #DisabilityInclusion #WorkplaceInclusion
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Our CEO Katy Talikowska recently appeared on the "This Is The North" podcast with host Alison Dunn, discussing Valuable 500's mission to transform disability inclusion into a genuine boardroom priority. Katy emphasised that true inclusion requires sustained, intentional work embedded into a company's DNA. Don't miss this important conversation on driving real progress in disability inclusion! Episode and full transcript here: https://lnkd.in/erMnCJFc
Charity Chief Executive Officer, Solicitor, Social Justice Activist, Chair of Trustees for VONNE and Executive Director of Society Matters CIC
In our latest episode of This Is The North, we tackle an issue that’s more than just a business strategy—it’s about rewriting the rules of inclusion. I had the privilege of speaking with Katy Talikowska, CEO of The Valuable 500, who is leading a global movement that’s transforming disability inclusion from a tick-box exercise into a genuine boardroom priority. This isn’t just about policies or initiatives—it’s about creating a culture where 23 million employees across 500 of the world’s most influential companies (Apple, Google, Microsoft, and more) feel truly included and represented. Katy and I dove deep into the challenges businesses face in moving from lip service to real, systemic change. We covered everything from the power of authentic representation, to leadership accountability, to the upcoming SYNC 25 Summit in Tokyo—a game-changing event tracking progress in disability inclusion on a global scale. Here’s the hard truth: diversity without action is just a word. Inclusion is the result of sustained, intentional work—and Katy’s message is clear. If you want real progress, you have to move beyond surface-level efforts and embed inclusion into the DNA of your business. This is an episode you can’t afford to miss if you’re serious about driving change. 🎧 Link to the full conversation in the comments below. #DisabilityInclusion #Leadership #PurposeDriven #TheValuable500 #ThisIsTheNorth #InclusionMatters #SocietyMatters #PurposeMade #KatieTalikowska #Podcast
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Another great initiative from Valuable 500 company Nationwide Building Society to make banking more accessible for customers. Their latest launch, the Speak Easy cards, are available in their branches and can also be downloaded on their website. These cards contain common banking phrases and pictures to support customers with communication difficulties or people who struggle with sensory overwhelm.
We're committed to making sure all of our customers can access our banking services, so we're rolling out Speak Easy cards to all 605 of our branches. Each card has a commonly used banking phrase or request with a picture to show what the card means, and can be used as an alternative to speaking. Find out more: http://spr.ly/6047olTt1
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This is a great step towards inclusive shopping from a Valuable 500 company; Nestlé has added Accessible QR codes on KitKat and Quality Street to support shoppers with sight loss. These innovative QR codes, powered by Zappar, provide essential product information via screen readers and large fonts, making shopping easier for blind and visually impaired people. https://lnkd.in/eD9xjWts
Nestlé Confectionery trials accessible QR codes with KitKat and Quality Street
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“Shared learning cannot be overrated - it is priceless and has allowed many take the leap and do more within their given organizations. It has also given an opportunity to motivate and encourage those who may be having challenges for they realize they are not alone.” - Linda Okolo, Business Support Exec. Kenya Airways. Our Generation Valuable mentoring programme doesn't just connect mentors and mentees—it builds a community of change-makers where shared experiences become shared strength. Learn more: https://lnkd.in/gAtD8DGS Questions? Contact us at [email protected] Moving Ahead Verizon Fred Moltz [Image description: The image shows Linda Okolo, Business Support Executive at Kenya Airways, with a quote attributed to her. The text reads: "Shared learning cannot be overrated – it is priceless and has allowed many take the leap and do more within their given organizations. It has also given an opportunity to motivate and encourage those who may be having challenges for they realize they are not alone." Linda is shown wearing a colourful beaded headpiece and necklace. The background features the branding of Generation Valuable. The colour scheme includes dark purple and pink elements, aligning with the initiative’s visual identity.] #GenerationValuable #InclusiveLeadership #DisabilityInclusion
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Valuable 500 Directory member Dustin Giannelli🦻🏼is on a mission to create equitable access for the d/Deaf and hard of hearing community. From his early experiences with his grandfather to becoming a powerful advocate, Dustin's journey is one of resilience, positivity, and impactful change. Discover how HearsDustin is partnering with major corporations to tackle communication challenges and inspire inclusive solutions: https://lnkd.in/gSqwzT9B #Inclusion #Accessibility #DisabilityInclusion
HearsDustin's Mission for Equitable Communication
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Transforming the leadership landscape through mentorship! Our CEO Katy Talikowska introduces Generation Valuable, our global mentoring programme designed to elevate emerging leaders with a connection to disability into executive roles. Watch to discover how your organisation can benefit from becoming part of Generation Valuable. More information and full video transcript: https://lnkd.in/gAtD8DGS Moving Ahead Verizon Fred Moltz #GenerationValuable #InclusiveLeadership
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We’re pleased to support the 12th annual M-Enabling Summit, which will be held in Washington, D.C., from October 15th to 17th, 2024! This event on digital accessibility and inclusion brings together policymakers and industry leaders to ensure technology is accessible for everyone, inclusive of age and disability. Join us in advocating for accessibility as a fundamental right and be part of conversations that shape the future of inclusive tech. #mEnabling24 #DigitalAccessibility #DigitalInclusion
Ready to Hire the Best Accessibility Professional? Here’s the secret most companies miss… Hiring an accessibility expert isn’t just about compliance—it’s about transformation. Why does it matter? The right professional can reshape your digital environment and ensure inclusivity for all. Key things to look for: 1. Practical experience across multiple platforms. 2. Deep understanding of current accessibility standards. 3. Advocacy skills that drive change from within. Learn more at the closing session at this years M-Enabling Summit features insights from industry leaders on what companies need to know when hiring accessibility professionals. Session Chair: Sharron Rush, Co-Founder and Executive Director, Knowbility Speakers: Glenda Sims, CPWA, Chief Information Accessibility Officer (CIAO), Deque Systems, Inc and Natalie Patrice Tucker, Advocate, Web Developer, Digital Accessibility Lead, Spotify For more information, visit here: https://m-enabling.com Don’t miss out on these key takeaways and register now: https://lnkd.in/esg2f5Rv Don't just hire, instead empower your company with the right accessibility expert. Join the conversation in the comments: What’s the most critical skill you look for in an accessibility professional? #Accessibility #mEnabling24 #AccessibilityProfessionals
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