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In this episode, Brian joins NIB President and CEO Soraya Correa to discuss how credible research shapes messaging, builds confidence, and informs policy advocacy. He shares insights on why public education matters, how to communicate about mission-driven work without using political jargon, and why data and storytelling together create lasting change.
In this episode, Matt joins host Dean Thompson to share how he turned personal loss into a legacy of empowerment. He reflects on his journey from flying missions at sea to managing a multimillion-dollar organization that employs more than 160 people — half of whom are blind. Matt discusses how VIB’s innovative model combines manufacturing, service contracts, and professional training to create pathways to independence. He also highlights success stories of employees who have gone from public assistance to homeownership, and the growing collaboration with NSITE to expand career opportunities nationwide.
In this episode of our Mission Driven series, Dennis joins NIB President and CEO Soraya Correa to reflect on his 42-year career and the lessons that shaped his leadership. He discusses how shifting from a caretaking model to a culture of empowerment revolutionized VisionCorps, the critical role of mentorship in developing future leaders, and why embracing failure is vital for growth and innovation.
Drawing from his own journey, Charles reflects on the mindset shift that helped him see beyond limitations and become a role model for other people who are blind, low vision, or visually impaired. His story proves that, with perseverance, adaptive technology, and the right support system, barriers can turn into possibilities and independence can be redefined.
In this episode of Mission Driven, a special series of the Heard and Empowered podcast, NIB President and CEO Soraya Correa sits down with Mary Jane to reflect on her five decades of service. Together, they explore the lessons learned from a lifetime of leadership, the evolution of NIB’s mission, and the advice Mary Jane offers to those pursuing meaningful, mission-driven careers.
In this episode, Alexis reflects on why advocacy matters, how lived experience shapes his leadership, and what it means to stand up for people who are blind in the workplace and beyond.
Drawing on her own journey with multiple sclerosis and vision loss, Rebecca shares inspiring stories of individuals who overcame setbacks, rebuilt professional skills after traumatic brain injuries, and embraced assistive technology to succeed in their careers. Her perspective highlights how collaboration, compassion, and the right resources can open doors to lasting career success.
In this episode of Mission Driven, a special series of the Heard and Empowered podcast, National Industries for the Blind President and CEO Soraya Correa talks with Paul, a professor at Harvard Business School and longtime NIB board member, shares how ethical leadership, sustainable business models, and a commitment to mission can create lasting opportunities for people who are blind, low vision, or visually impaired.
In this episode, Joe shares how inclusive employment creates real change, why representation in advocacy matters, and what it takes to build a more accessible future for all.
Michael Monteferrante, president and CEO of Envision, shares how his journey from transit and manufacturing into mission-driven leadership has shaped his belief in reinvesting business success into people. He offers candid views on launching mentorship and training cohorts with NSITE, NIB’s talent management enterprise, supporting college students through transition programs, and why impact — not intention — is the key to long-term change.