Written by Chris Schmidt on February 27, 2023

I was allowed to give a presentation at the Microsoft digital accessibility event

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I was allowed to give a presentation at the Microsoft digital accessibility eventEye-Able Co-founder, Chris Schmidt, holding a speech in front of plenty people.

As the founder of Eye-Able , I had the honor of speaking at the recent Microsoft Digital Accessibility event. It was an incredibly rewarding experience where I had the opportunity to share my insights and ideas for creating a more inclusive world.

In my presentation, I emphasized the importance of digital accessibility and the challenges that people with disabilities may face when using digital technologies. I also pointed out how Eye-Able is developing solutions to overcome these challenges and create digital accessibility for all.

The event itself was an inspiring experience. There were numerous opportunities to share ideas and experiences with other experts and professionals in the industry, all of whom share a passion for creating a more inclusive world. I was thrilled to see how many people are committed to this important cause and willing to share their knowledge to make digital technologies more accessible.

I would like to take this opportunity to thank the entire Microsoft Diversity Team for organizing the event and working to create a more inclusive world. It was a great opportunity to share my ideas and learn from others. I hope we all continue to work together to create a more inclusive world where digital technologies are accessible to all.

Overall, the Microsoft digital accessibility event was a wonderful opportunity to highlight the importance of this issue and advocate for a more inclusive world. I am grateful for the opportunity to share my voice and ideas on accessibility, and I am inspired by the many people who are working to make it happen. Let's continue to work together to create a more inclusive and accessible world!

Sebastian Fjeld

Sebastian Fjeld has been part of the team as a professional voiceover artist and copywriter at Eye-Able® since the beginning. He studied voice acting at a university and was trained by actors. Currently he is completing his education as an interpreter for various languages.

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