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From the studio to the water—meet Julian Simons, who trades his laptop for a paddleboard after hours! 💻 What lakes do you like to paddleboard at? Drop your favorites! 🌊 #SorensonStrong #BeyondTheDesk #MeetTheTeam VD: A man with short black hair, a mustache, beard, and glasses is wearing a black Sorenson t-shirt while sitting in a chair next to his computer. Midway through the video, it transitions to him sitting on a paddleboard in a lake, wearing a blue tank top and a backward hat. The city skyline is visible behind him. Transcript:  Hi there! My name is Julian, and I'm a studio producer at Sorenson, based in Austin, Texas. I handle filming and editing for Sorenson. I really enjoy working with my team to create content. Hold on one moment...  Hi again! I'm here again at the lake, enjoying some stand-up paddleboarding (SUP) after work. What's your favorite spot for SUP? Which lakes do you like to visit? Talk to you soon!

We’re committed to advancing accessibility and are honored to sponsor this event. Join us for the TDIforAccess (TDI) Biennial Conference, where incredible speakers and panelists will share insights to drive change in bridging the digital, technology, and communication divide. Take advantage of the early bird discount before it ends! Don’t miss this chance to connect with advocates, experts, and leaders in the field. https://lnkd.in/dNpAUbN 📅 Date: September 17, 2024 🕒 Time: 11 AM – 5 PM ET

Sorenson provides multiple ways for you to use VRS, both standalone VP and apps for mobile and computer. If you only have one because you don’t have a device to access the others, you can get help through our Sorenson Communication Access and Relay Equipment (CARE) package! Don’t have a Sorenson VRS VP or app right now? You can still apply for the Sorenson CARE package: https://lnkd.in/geBYwJiA There’s no cost to you for the CARE package. Its purpose is to ensure all eligible individuals have equal access to communication services. #SorensonCommunications #CAREpackage #VRS #VideoRelayService

“We join with BYU Athletics to support one of America’s most beloved sports traditions – the presentation of ‘The Star-Spangled Banner’ – in sign language,” said Jorge Rodriguez, CEO of Sorenson Communications. “Many sports events do not incorporate accommodations into their games. We are here to change that by creating a culture of inclusion on and off the field.” Learn more: https://lnkd.in/gYgFKMVU #SorensonCommunications #BYU #Inclusion #AccessibilityinSports #ASL #ASLPerformer #ConnectBeyondWords Brigham Young University

At Sorenson, we honor trailblazing women who broke barriers and became the FIRST. Our WomenRISE members share stories of those who paved the way for women's equality. 💪#WomenRISE #WomensEqualityDay VD: Several women from various backgrounds share their stories in front of different backgrounds. The montage closes with Sorenson bumper. Transcript: At Sorenson, we celebrate pioneers... like the women who ran for office before women could even vote. Pursuing equality means breaking down barriers and often being the FIRST to do it. Sorenson's WomenRISE Employee Resource Group members share their memories of women in their lives who broke barriers for women's equality and bravely became FIRST. Gymnast who achieved the perfect 10 score- Nadia Comaneci. I commend my grandma. While my grandpa fought in WWII, she ran the family business. First female coach for professional sports. Sheryl Sandberg, who first broke through the corporate world and encouraged women to become the leader. Bobbi Cordano, our first female Gallaudet University president. I want to honor my Deaf mother. ILY. I honor the first Deaf woman to win an Oscar, Marlee Matlin.

We are excited to announce that Sorenson Communications has, for the second consecutive year, been recognized as a top-scoring company on the 2024 Disability Equality Index®. Disability Equality Index is the leading independent, third-party resource for the annual benchmarking of corporate disability inclusion policies and programs and is used by more than 70% of the Fortune 100 and nearly half of the Fortune 500. Learn more: https://lnkd.in/ggPVXwdq #BestPlacetoWork #Disability #Inclusion #SorensonCommunications #ConnectBeyondWords #DEI2024

Businesses can do more than talk about inclusion, they can make it happen. This guide is a good place to start. Learn more: https://lnkd.in/ggPVXwdq #DiversityandInclusion #DEIA #Accessibility #InclusiveWorkplace #InclusionMatters #DeafPride #DeafTalent