Meet Our Team

Leadership

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Carrie Lou Bloom, PhD

Leading with the power of research, data, and high expectations.
Co-Director
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Tia Ivanko, MA, NIC, ADAC

Believes in creating better opportunities and is ready to do the work together.
Co-Director
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Sara Fair

Living at the intersection of communications and accessibility.
Communications Director
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Lore Kinast, EdD

Loves working toward better access for deaf students in higher education.
Co-Director of Strategic Support
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Diego Ozuna-Clark

A thinker, Diego values intentional conversations.
Co-Director of Strategic Support

NDC Team

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Malibu Barron

Lifelong learner navigating multiple truths and experiences via intersectional lens
Strategic Support Coordinator
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Sarah Brown

An interpreter who likes to ensure that everyone has a seat at the table.
Designated Interpreter/Sr. Access Specialist
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Chase Burton

Creating change through visual mediums.
Media Producer
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Erika Chirino

A servant leader is a servant first, to empower success.
Operations Manager
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Zane Fleming

A believer in the power of gaming to create a lasting positive impact on deaf youth
Educational Outreach Coordinator
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Karla Giese, EdD

An educator passionate about knowledge…always learning!
Instructional Designer
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Leelé Girma

An engager providing accessible content to strengthen advocacy and belonging.
Social Media Coordinator
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Jen Higgins

Finds happiness at the intersection of accessibility, assessment, and research.
Strategic Support Coordinator
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Kate Lewandowski, M.S.

A problem solver with a passion for access and inclusion
Strategic Support Coordinator
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Brit Macias

Bringing more creativity to our world.
Media Specialist
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Jeffrey Palmer, PhD

Believes every research question deserves consideration over coffee.
Senior Research Associate
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Carmen Rodriguez, M.A.

Technology-savvy, advocating for equal opportunities for all!
Community Relations Manager
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Mary Sanderson

A thoughtful team player dedicated to growth through research and collaboration.
Research Specialist

Affiliated Personnel

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William Albright

Senior Software Engineer
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Kelton Bloxham

Graduate Research Assistant
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Crescenciano Garcia

Access Specialist
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Isabelle Garreaud

Project Specialist
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Jana Mauldin

Access Coordinator
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Vanessa Molina, M.A.

Accessibility Specialist
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Christopher Moreland

Professor – Internal Medicine
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Kent Turner

Game Designer

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