Antoinette Norris Woodson is an instructional designer with 20+ years of experience creating inclusive, scenario-based microlearning for corporate, healthcare, and workforce audiences. She integrates AI to enhance accessibility and scale, delivering learner-centered solutions that support diverse teams and high-stakes compliance needs.
Michelle Mata is a Senior Leadership & Team Development Specialist at Insight, with a background in HR and training across healthcare, finance, education, and government. She holds master’s degrees in education and business, and her work has contributed to multiple workplace awards for customer service and disability inclusion.
Ashley Cooks is an award-winning instructional designer and CEO of EmpowerHER Strategies LLC, specializing in inclusive, accessible, and equity-centered learning. With over a decade of experience, she helps organizations create culturally responsive training using UDL, WCAG, and culturally intelligent frameworks to make learning more human-centered and impactful.
Cara North is an award-winning learning experience leader and VP of Product Management at JPMorgan Chase. She specializes in accessible, learner-centered design and is the founder of The Learning Camel, author of Learning Experience Design Essentials, and an adjunct instructor at Boise State University.
Christy Tucker is a learning experience design consultant with 20+ years of experience. She specializes in scenario-based learning to promote real-world skill transfer. Christy has developed training for Fortune 500 companies, nonprofits, and universities, and shares insights through her long-running blog and frequent presentations at instructional design conferences.
Sarah Syed is a Senior Learning Advisor at Allstate with 7 years in L&D. With a background in higher education and HR consulting, she brings expertise in philosophy, sociology, and career readiness. She focuses on inclusive, learner-centered design and explores the intersection of classical educational theory and modern instructional design.
Ericka Tinsley is a certified instructional designer, Apple Learning Coach, and award-winning educator with 20+ years of experience teaching braille and assistive technology to visually impaired students. She’s also an orientation and mobility specialist, former AER board member, and experienced accessibility coach for educators, with degrees from FAMU, FSU, and NCCU.
Jacob Wood is a learning designer and owner of Accessible Games with 20+ years of experience in assistive technology. An NVDA Certified Expert and screen reader user, he brings firsthand insight to accessibility in learning. His practical, experience-driven approach helps teams create truly inclusive and effective learning experiences.
Deborah Harris is a dynamic and passionate facilitator, renowned for her innovative approach to learning. As the visionary founder of iCU Learning, established in 2023, she leverages over 16 years of diverse experience in Learning and Development. Deborah's unwavering dedication to creating holistic, intentional, and immersive learning environments ensures that every individual feels understood, seen, and valued.
Donna is an AuDHD Instructional Designer and Education Consultant specializing in Diversity and Inclusion Digital Accessibility and Certification Design. With over 30 years of teaching experience and 10 years in Instructional Design she works with clients to create accessible and effective training solutions.
Judy Katz is an autistic speaker, trainer, and instructional designer with decades of experience creating accessible, inclusive learning solutions in leadership, DEI, and communication. She helps organizations better understand and support neurodivergent employees to foster more effective, inclusive workplaces.
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