Jessica Daiger & Tami Hux

State Manager, SafeInHome & Account Executive

Embark on a transformative journey with us as we delve into the groundbreaking realm of Remote Supports, witnessing how this innovative service is reshaping staffing delivery. We will explore how technology empowers individuals, bridges gaps in challenging in-person staffing situations, and addresses staffing crises with unparalleled efficiency, offering a cost-effective alternative to traditional in-person staff.

Rachel Levy & Michael Cash

Customer Success Manager, VoiceiTT & Senior Product Specialist, VoiceiTT

Learn how voice technologies are helping people with speech disabilities communicate. Following minimal training, programs like VoiceiTT, captures the voices of people with difficult to understand speech and outputs clear vocal speech and text.

Jennifer Cunningham

VP of Client Services, Star Center

With the progression of smartphone accessibility features and apps over the last 20 years, the way we live, work, and play has been drastically transformed into something we could have never imagined.

Steve Sutter

CEO and Founder, CreateAbility

Learn how Artificial Intelligence and ChatGPT will change all of our lives and the potential benefits and worries for people with disabilities.

Jennifer White

CEO, Able Opportunities

Join us to see people supported to create their own reference tools, capture and track their own tasks and report directly to their employer. Hear from employees and employers about the shift when clear visual expectations and tracking are set.

Jamila Brandon

Enrollment Specialist, StationMD

This session will cover the benefits of telehealth services. StationMD allows people to enjoy their lives with the extra comfort of knowing there is 24/7 care available.

Brittany Hughes

former Amazon Alexa Team Leader, Digital Devices and Alexa Services. Currently Employment Coordinator, Journey’s in Community Living.

Learn ways Alexa can “benefit’ you within your daily routine or tasks. Enhance your entertainment options and improve you overall efficiency and convenience.

Mark McKeown

Enabling Technology Specialist, Millar Rich

Creating independent lifestyles. Making meaningful differences.

Christine Theofanopoulos & Sarah Phillips

Director of Compliance for QA, CQL and PCP, Developmental Services of Dickson County & Self-Advocacy Co-Trainer, My Tech For All, Blue Fire, Inc.

Come and interact with us through our fun survey tool we created to find your passion for volunteering in your community!

Jeremy Robbins

Director of Strategic Initiatives, Therap

An introduction to the world of Smart Technologies that can help you learn more about your health and well-being.

Sheena Adams-Avery

CDT, CDP, Communications Manager & Certified Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion Trainer with Tennessee Disability Pathfinder

What you say and how you say it matters. This session will demonstrate effective ways to foster inclusion in your communications. We’ll discuss innovative methods like using Plain Language and Disability Etiquette and communicating with culturally diverse populations. We’ll also tap into the Social Media Communications Do’s and Don’ts.

Michael Doucette & Chris Patterson

Development Director & Owner, Night Owl Support Systems

Remote Supports represents a current example of challenging the status quo for IDD services. Audience members will learn what Remote Supports is, how it challenges common present-day practices, who is eligible, and how it can increase independence for individuals who use it.

Pisanach Chinratanalab & Frank Meeuwis

Self-Advocacy Co-Trainer, My Tech For All, Blue Fire, Inc. & Director of Quality Improvement and Systems Change, The Arc Tennessee

Learn how to maintain your privacy, avoid viruses and safeguard your information.

David Taylor

Senior Trainer, My Tech For All, Blue Fire, Inc.

Come learn from a self-advocate how you can help other people use technology and get the most out of their devices.

George Myers

Learn how a trailblazing peer mentoring program in supportive technology was created and put into action in Ohio. Meet four self-advocates serving as Tech Ambassadors, Brittany Joseph, Chris Cooley, Marci Straughter and Robert Shuemak.

Tom Keating

Founder and CEO, Cognitopia

Get Serious About Self-Determination and Take Control of Your Life with Cognitopia’s Web-Based Self-Management Apps.

LaKesha Page

Director, Able TN

Administered by the Tennessee Department of Treasury, ABLE TN empowers Tennesseans with disabilities to save and invest with tax-free earnings, while taking advantage of low fees, diverse investment options, and convenient online management—all to help participants maintain independence and quality of life.

Jean Maghinay

Social Media Manager, My Tech For All, Blue Fire, Inc.

Social media apps like Facebook, Instagram, Linked-In and others help people stay connected to family, friends, and others who have the same interest that they do. Come learn about these and which ones might work best for you.

Heather Manning

Director of Customer Success, FloreoVR

Virtual reality is the perfect medium for practicing hard-to-teach skills. Learn how Floreo can help support skill building in clinics, schools, or at home.

Shaleea Shields

CEO, Lumnicare

Communication solutions are crucial necessities for individuals who are non-speakers. The utilization of AAC applications has transformative effects on their lives. We invite you to engage in a discussion about various types of solutions and the positive outcomes they can bring about.

Constance Harrington & Patrick Lane

Director of Education & Accreditation, Shift & Education Manager, SHIFT

Session 1: Around the Curve: Circumventing Roadblocks & Detours – Technology adoption is a journey. And, like on all road trips, you can expect to encounter some roadblocks and detours along the way. In this presentation, we’ll discuss some of the most common challenges associated with the adoption and implementation of technology – from funding purchases to obtaining buy-in to locating reputable vendors – as well as identifying strategies for addressing each.

Session 2: Before You Click “Buy Now” – There are some important considerations prior to making a technology purchase. In this session, we’ll focus on the process of discovery, the concept of dignity of risk and the idea of risk mitigation.

Milton Neuenschwander

Director, Tennessee Enabling Technology Program

Learn about the different technology devices, apps and equipment that are helping people with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities become more independent and self-directed. Learn what technology supports are available for anyone on the Tennessee Waiver or MAPS program. Tennessee is one of the most advanced Enabling Technology programs in the United States and Milton is working with many other states.

Jared Ciner & Ventatia Zeelie

Founding Director of Outreach & Virtual Outreach Coordinator

Learn about fitness and health online virtual classes for people with and without disabilities using zumba, boxing, yoga, nutrition, and more.