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Organizations that prioritize digital accessibility aren't just meeting legal requirements; they're also tapping into a massive market opportunity. Along with friends and family, people with disabilities control $13 trillion in disposable income. Making your website and digital content accessible to all users can help you build affinity with this valuable demographic. Brands that invest in digital accessibility are already reaping the benefits of increased engagement, customer loyalty, and expanded market reach. The growth potential is immense, and the time to act is now. Learn how to position your organization to harness this opportunity and drive real business impact. Click https://lnkd.in/esmk4uQS to learn more and start your journey towards digital inclusivity today! Alt Text: Why accessibility matters: Organizations that prioritize digital accessibility are reaping the benefits. $13T. People with disabilities control $13 trillion in disposable income, along with friends and family. 

Do you think you can nail accessibility on your own? Think again! Accessibility is not just about your content—if every link in the tech stack isn’t aligned, your efforts are wasted. Join Thomas Wlodkowski and Mike Paciello as they discuss how true accessibility demands a collaborative effort across the entire team that breaks down silos and ensures that every component of the tech stack works in harmony. Jump into the discussion on YouTube at https://lnkd.in/epUC3v56. Video Description: Tom Wlodkowski, Vice President of Accessibility at Comcast, and Mike Paciello, Chief Accessibility Officer at AudioEye, are looking at the camera on a dark purple background with “HearSay: Guest: Tom Wlodkowski." Transcript: Tom: In order for my content to be accessible, I needed all of the other components in the chain, the stack, in the technology stack to really understand what their role was so that we could work together. So, by nature of what we're doing, collaboration is key, 'cause if it's not there, then you could do everything on your end, but it's broken at some other point in the stack that you don't have control over. And that's why you really gotta bring everybody together. #AccessibilityMatters #InclusiveDesign #Collaboration #Silos #HearsayPodcast

We're thrilled to kick off our new series, HearSay Shorts, where we bring you inspiring stories from the disability community and beyond. In our first episode, host Mariella Paulino-Peralta, MPRCC, CPACC sits down with the remarkable The Blind Blogger Maxwell Ivey, a digital accessibility consultant at AudioEye, tech entrepreneur, and advocate for inclusivity. Max shares his journey with visual disability and how businesses can prioritize accessibility for all. Max’s story is one of resilience, innovation, and the impact that true accessibility can have—not just on individuals but entire communities. His insights remind us that when we design for accessibility, we're not just meeting compliance requirements but enhancing user experiences and tapping into a market eager to engage and advocate. Tune in to the full episode and join the conversation on how we can all contribute to building an inclusive digital world at https://lnkd.in/epUC3v56. Transcript: First, let's remind them that when we talk about the disability community, we're talking about over a billion people globally, over 60 million people in the US alone. And this is an audience that is really not being considered in a lot of the creation of products, services, and marketing. So start with those numbers and ask yourself if you can afford to ignore a market that large. Video Description: Maxwell Ivey, Accessibility Entrepreneur, and Mariella Paulino, Senior Advocacy & Social Media Marketing Manager at AudioEye in conversation over a dark green background for HearSay Shorts. #Accessibility #Inclusion #DigitalInnovation #AudioEye #HearSayShorts

Right-aligned or centered text might look stylish, but it can disrupt reading flow, especially in longer sections. Stick with left-aligned text for consistent line starts and save the fancy stuff for short bits. Want to master text alignment and enhance user experience? Review the "Ultimate Guide to Accessible Web Design" only on AudioEye at https://lnkd.in/eBFSXEUS. Alt Text: Best Practices for Text Alignment: Text that is right-aligned, centered, or justified can be hard to read. Use left-aligned text for large sections of copy to provide. consistent starting point for each line. Reserve centered, right-aligned, or justified text for headings or short sections that don’t require repeated eye movements. #WebAccessibility #UXDesign #InclusiveDesign #AltText #A11y

There is little reason to believe that future WebAIM reports will significantly improve unless there is a paradigm shift in the accessibility industry." - Mike Paciello, Chief Accessibility Officer at AudioEye. Michael's powerful message calls us to action in digital accessibility. Despite the strides made in recent years, the industry continues to grapple with persistent challenges and foundational issues like low-contrast text and missing alt text! Why does this matter? Prioritizing accessibility isn't just about avoiding lawsuits, it's about empowering every user, regardless of ability, to fully engage with digital content and services. At AudioEye, we're committed to leading this transformation. Our solutions blend cutting-edge automation with expert testing and legal support, ensuring your digital presence meets the latest accessibility standards. Let's heed Michael's call for a paradigm shift and build a digital world where accessibility is a bridge to inclusivity and innovation! Download the The 2024 Digital Accessibility Landscape at https://lnkd.in/eagsaai4 Alt Text: Headshot Michael Paciello, Chief Accessibility Officer at AudioEye with the quote, "There is little reason to believe that future WebAIM reports will significantly improve unless there is a paradigm shift in the accessibility industry." [Decorative green boxes.] #DigitalAccessibility #InclusiveDesign #AccessibilityMatters #WCAG #ADA #EAA #WebAIM

Gabby GIFFORDS, AudioEye advisor and former U.S. Representative, delivered a powerful message at the 2024 Democratic National Convention last night, embodying the very essence of grit—a core value we uphold here at AudioEye. Her journey from facing unimaginable challenges after an assassination attempt to becoming a voice of resilience is nothing short of inspiring. As she said, "My recovery is a daily fight, but fighting makes me stronger." In our exclusive HearSay interview, Gabby shared more about her challenges and the importance of finding hope in adversity. Her unwavering determination is a reminder that grit is more than just a word—it's a way of life and one that drives us all forward. Tune into YouTube to watch the full interview: https://lnkd.in/eE6G3YZc Transcript: Gabby: I’ve known the darkest of days, days of pain and uncertain recovery. But confronted by despair, I’ve summoned hope. Confronted by paralysis and aphasia, I responded with grit and determination. I put one foot in front of the other. I found one word and then I found another. My recovery is a daily fight, but fighting makes me stronger. Words once came easily. Today I struggle to speak. But I have not lost my voice. America needs all of us to speak out. Even when you have to fight to find the words. Video Description: Gabby Giffords sits in a room talking to the HearSay show host, Ty D'Amore, during a HearSay podcast recording alongside Dr. Fabi Hirsch Kruse. #Grit #GabbyGiffords #DNC2024 #AudioEye #HearSayPodcast

Is your content getting lost in a sea of text clutter?  Strategic use of white space can improve your content’s readability and accessibility by incorporating breathing room around text. Doing so enhances cognitive processing, making it easier for all readers to absorb and navigate your information. White space not only helps reduce visual overload but also improves overall user experience so don’t let dense text stand in the way of clear communication. Check out the "Ultimate Guide to Accessible Web Design" on AudioEye to unlock the secrets of effective white space management in our comprehensive guide at https://lnkd.in/eBFSXEUS! Alt text: The Role of White Space: Break up text with the white space for better readibility. This helps users with cognitive disabilities process information easier. [Spacing show tihin various iterations of the word 'spacing' to show the impact of white space on readibility].

Gareth Ford Williams flipped the script on alt text and showed how vivid descriptions can bring images and experiences to life for all people. Tune into this interview with Mike Paciello to learn how Gareth’s team worked on Bailey’s Delicious Descriptions project, which turned alt text into a mouthwatering experience that made you crave what you heard via the alt text. The drink was described so vividly that it was like you could taste it through the screen. Yum! Ready to elevate your alt text game and make it truly captivating? Dive into Gareth’s expert tips on YouTube at https://lnkd.in/etzGyiEx. Video Description: Gareth Ford Williams, former Head of Accessibility at BBC, and Mike Paciello, Chief Accessibility Officer at AudioEye, speaking to the camera over a dark purple background. Transcript: Bailey's came up with this amazing idea of playful alt text. They called the project Delicious Descriptions. [Screenshot of the original picture] The gooey, wavy treat is surrounded by biscuits and brilliant red cherries and raspberries, ready to be dipped into the sea of tastiness. They said with all our marketing images, if you don't want that, if you look at the image and go, "Ooh, I'd like to try that," you've also got to read the alt text and go, "Ooh, that sounds nice." And if you don't have an emotional response to the alt text, then it's not comparative. #AltText #InclusiveDesign #AccessibleContent #DeliciousDescriptions

Larry Goldberg has some strong thoughts on the AI vs. human debate in accessibility. Spoiler alert: humans still reign supreme! In this HearSay episode Larry shares the highlights of his journey from leading accessibility at Yahoo to mentoring groundbreaking startups like SignUp Media, which is shaking up the streaming world with sign language interpreters on #Disney+ and Netflix. And that’s just the beginning. From the early days of closed captioning to the cutting-edge innovations of today, Larry and Mike Paciello share a quick masterclass in how tech can truly serve everyone. Click to watch the full episode on our YouTube channel now to get the latest scoop on the latest for accessibility and tech! https://lnkd.in/e7vNxZ4d Video Description: Larry Goldberg and Michael Paciello are looking at the camera on a dark purple background with “HearSay: Guest: Larry Goldberg." Larry is speaking. Transcript: I have become an advisor and a mentor to a number of startups in the field, and I am having a ball. One of them is called SignUp. This is adding sign language to streaming video right now on Disney+ and on Netflix, where you can pop up an interpreter. These interpreters are humans. Humans still have value in this world. And they're doing very important, high-quality sign language. But of course, our investors are asking, what about AI? And our answer is, work needs to be done before you even think about assigning an avatar. Some of them are already popping up, but the Deaf community has made it very clear it's not good enough yet.

Don Torrez of CivicPlus takes a unique approach at accessibility conferences: he listens deeply to the human stories behind the accessibility challenges. Hearing firsthand the obstacles people face in participating in digital spaces has profoundly shaped how CivicPlus integrates real, impactful solutions in accessibility for government agencies and municipalities. In the full HearSay podcast, Don shares his revelations and emphasizes that accessibility is about solving real problems, not just avoiding lawsuits, highlighting how CivicPlus's commitment to doing the right thing for the right reasons fosters an inclusive digital environment for all. Catch the full story on YouTube and be inspired by Don's journey to understanding and action: https://lnkd.in/egqcauyq. #Government #CivicA11y #Govt #DigitalAccessibility #InclusiveDesign #CivicEngagement #AccessibilityMatters Transcript: Don Torrez: What I started to do was go to some accessibility conferences and just shut up and listen. [Chris D'Amico as Red Mist in a movie: "Shut up!"] And listen to the obstacles people were talking about, the real human element. I mean, the stories of people who really wanted to participate and couldn't. Your origin story is fantastic around really trying to solve problems. I mean, AudioEye was not started to make lawsuits go away. AudioEye was started to make sure that people could take advantage of technology. That was attractive. It was attractive to CivicPlus because we want to do the right thing for the right reason. And our experience shows if we do that, we don't have to worry so much about lawsuits or investigations. Doing the right thing usually make sure that local government bodies or federal bodies will work with you. Video Description HearSay Guest: Don Torrez. Don Torrez looking at the camera.