PODCAST November 29, 2023
Find Job Inspiration & Career Opportunities on the Heard & Empowered Podcast by NIB
Join the host, Dr. Hoby Wedler, every week, as he and his guests dismantle stereotypes, offer expert advice, and share success stories to help you build a fulfilling career and an enriching life.
Recognized by President Barack Obama as a Champion of Change, Hoby brings a rare blend of scientific acumen, entrepreneurial spirit, and mentoring leadership to the podcast.
Meet Dr. Hoby Wedler, the host of the Heard & Empowered Podcast. With a Ph.D. in Organic Chemistry and a lifetime of overcoming obstacles, Hoby is uniquely positioned to guide you on your journey to empowerment.
Born completely blind, his life is a testament to the power of fearless determination and innovative thinking. Upon being rejected for a job because of his blindness, he swore to himself he’d do everything to prevent this from happening again, and went on to forge a bright future on his own.
As the founder of Accessible Science (a non-profit organization that leads annual chemistry camps for blind or visually impaired students throughout North America) and co-founder of Senspoint (a full-service creative, marketing strategy, and production agency), he has dedicated his career to breaking down barriers and creating inclusive spaces for the Blind and Visually Impaired (BVI) community.
In 2016 Forbes included him in its prestigious 30 under 30 list of the brightest young entrepreneurs, leaders, and stars. And in 2022, Forbes published his entrepreneurial profile stating, “Hoby Wedler is a man with a mission: Solving the problems of the business world in creative ways no one has imagined before.”
Hoby’s mission as the Host? To help lower the unemployment rate among BVI individuals by offering actionable career advice, innovative mentorship ideas, and a platform where blindness is not just accepted but celebrated.
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