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Voices of Vision Leaders

Voices of Vision Leaders

By VisionServe Alliance

Tune in to Lee Nasehi and the staff of VisionServe Alliance as they speak with leaders in the field of blindness and visual impairment on a range of topics affecting the field such as networking and collaboration, public policy, accessibility technology, leadership development, and much more. We are joined by executives from around the country to hear what they are doing to improve the lives of people living with blindness and low vision.

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Critical Research with Penny and Kirk of AFB

Voices of Vision LeadersJul 14, 2021

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Jane Wei-Skillern Discusses Non-profit Network Leadership

Jane Wei-Skillern Discusses Non-profit Network Leadership

Jane is a VisionServe Alliance conference keynote and in this podcast shares insights and actionable strategies to help leaders engage in effective networking leadership practices.


Jane Wei-Skillern wrote the book on non-profit network leadership and is a SeniorFellow at the Center for Social Sector Leadership at the Haas School of Business at UC Berkeley.


Feb 27, 202444:06
The Powerful Benefits of Executive Leadership Coaching

The Powerful Benefits of Executive Leadership Coaching

In this episode, John Ramerman, CEO of the Ramerman Leadership Group, and Lee Nasehi, CEO of VisionServe Alliance, discuss the importance and benefits of Executive Leadership Coaching. John and Lee also discuss their joint program that offers individual coaching sessions, plus group sessions with leaders in the vision loss field. Learn more about this program at visionservealliance.org/executive-leadership-coaching/


About Ramerman Leadership Group & John Ramerman

Ramerman Leadership Group assists clients locally, nationally, and internationally in various business and organizational categories, including non-profit, advertising, healthcare, education, engineering, architecture, manufacturing, high-tech, and professional services. Learn more at ⁠ramermanleadershipgroup.com⁠

As CEO, John’s work is results-oriented and designed to create significant value for his clients. John has personally experienced coaching as a catalyst for transforming individuals, teams, organizations, and communities. John provides executive coaching, organization design, team development, culture building, presentation skills, transformational mediation, experiential workshop design, and strategic planning. John is a core faculty member for the prominent Leadership Coaching Certificate Program in partnership with the University of Rochester. John has a Master’s in Organization Development from Pepperdine University.


About VisionServe Alliance & Lee Nasehi

VisionServe Alliance (VSA) leads a powerful alliance that enhances the overall health of the vision loss industry by addressing strategic issues most impacting the field and people facing blindness and vision loss. VSA cultivates industry leadership at the highest levels, strengthens the vision loss field through enhanced management systems, innovation, and shared industry best practices, and helps member organizations increase capacity-building and sustainability. Learn more at ⁠VisionServeAlliance.org⁠

Lee Nasehi has been President & CEO of VisionServe Alliance since 2019 and is considered a visionary, consensus builder, and nationally recognized leader in vision-specific rehabilitation and employment for people with blindness and low vision. Lee previously served as President & CEO of Lighthouse Central Florida and Lighthouse Works, and managed Early Intervention Services for Infants and Toddlers with Special Needs in the Florida Panhandle, following a decade in the administration of Alcohol, Drug Abuse, and Mental Health Programming in Central Florida.

Jun 07, 202326:25
Leveraging Collective Impact through Public Policy with Lance Robertson

Leveraging Collective Impact through Public Policy with Lance Robertson

Lance Robertson is the Director of Healthcare at Guidehouse, and past 5th US Assistant Secretary for Aging and Administrator of the HHS Administration for Community Living.

During this podcast we address some of the strategic challenges facing the vision loss field, and frame the Strategic Discussion at our CEO Summit “Leveraging Collective Impact through Public Policy”.

Mar 21, 202330:37
Creating a Culture of Innovation & Harnessing Generational Differences

Creating a Culture of Innovation & Harnessing Generational Differences

Jamie notter, leadership and organization culture expert, shares insights on enhancing your organization's culture. 

Jamie also hosts a half-day session at VisionServe Alliance's 2023 "Celebrating Innovation" CEO Summit. 

Learn more about Jamie Notter at jamienotter.com.

Mar 05, 202320:59
The Importance of Innovation in Leadership

The Importance of Innovation in Leadership

In this episode, Kelli Vrla addresses the importance of innovation for leaders and discusses some of the leadership strategies that she will share with attendees of VisionServe Alliance's CEO Summit. Learn more at visionservealliance.org/conferences/

Feb 06, 202327:10
The Significance of Accessible Medical Testing and Online Portals with Dan Spoone and Clark Rachfal

The Significance of Accessible Medical Testing and Online Portals with Dan Spoone and Clark Rachfal

This episode, we speak with Dan Spoone and Clark Rachfal from the American Council of the Blind (ACB) to discuss the importance of accessibility in regards to Covid-19 testing kits and online medical portals.

Recently, the Department of Justice and Department of Health and Human Services issued guidance on nondiscrimination in telehealth, which can be found here:
https://www.hhs.gov/about/news/2022/07/29/hhs-and-doj-issue-guidance-on-nondiscrimination-in-telehealth-the-week-of-the-32nd-anniversary-of-the-americans-with-disabilities-act-ada.html

Sep 27, 202246:13
Understanding the Cogswell Macy Act with Mark Richert, Dr. Bernadette Kappen, and Libby Murphy

Understanding the Cogswell Macy Act with Mark Richert, Dr. Bernadette Kappen, and Libby Murphy

The Alice Cogswell and Anne Sullivan Macy Act is a Bill that aims to strengthen the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act to improve results for deaf, hard of hearing, blind, visually impaired, and deaf-blind children. On this episode of Voices of Vision Leaders, we are joined by the architect of the Bill, Mark Richert, as well as Dr. Bernadette Kappen and Libby Murphy to explain the importance of the Bill in the blind and visually impaired communities and what you can do to support it.

To learn more about the Bill, visit
cogswellmacyact.org.

Jul 05, 202246:55
Recapping the Executive Leadership Conference with Lee Nasehi

Recapping the Executive Leadership Conference with Lee Nasehi

If you were unable to attend this year’s Executive Leadership Conference, or want to relive it again, Lee Nasehi is here to recap of some of the Conference’s highlights in the newest episode of Voices of Vision Leaders!

Apr 14, 202225:55
Previewing the Big Data Project with Lee Nasehi

Previewing the Big Data Project with Lee Nasehi

This episode, Lee Nasehi and several guests preview the initial findings of the Big Data Project. The Big Data Project is a collaborative effort with the Ohio State University to analyze data on people 65+ living with visual impairments. The findings will be released on April 4th at VisionServe Alliance's Executive Leadership Conference.

Lee's guests on today's episode include:

Lauren Branch - VisionServe Alliance Chairperson of the Board and President & CEO of New View Oklahoma.

Dr. Dean VanNasdale - Associate Professor with The Ohio State University.

Dr. John Crews - Visionary for the Big Data Project. Former Lead Scientist with the Disability and Health Team in the National Center on Birth Defects and Developmental Disabilities, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.

Mar 31, 202244:51
Introducing the 2022 Executive Leadership Conference with Kevin O'Connor

Introducing the 2022 Executive Leadership Conference with Kevin O'Connor

We sit down with the leadership coach, consultant, and speaker, Kevin O'Connor, to discuss his life and career working within the visually impaired community. Additionally, we talk about what attendees can expect at VisionServe Alliance's 2022 Executive Leadership Conference, for which Kevin will present as the Master of Ceremonies. The Conference takes place on April 3-6, 2022.

Mar 29, 202231:38
The Intersection of Justice and Equity with Justice Shorter

The Intersection of Justice and Equity with Justice Shorter

We sit down with the National Disaster Protection Advisor for the National Disability Rights Network, Justice Shorter, to discuss her work as a Disability Justice Advocate, Black Disabled Lives Matter amplifier, and National Expert on disability inclusive disaster protections. Justice will be joining us at VisionServe Alliance's Executive Leadership Conference in April as a keynote speaker on "Power Moves: Transforming Leadership by Centering Marginalized Communities."

Mar 14, 202238:56
The Importance of Inclusion with John Samuel

The Importance of Inclusion with John Samuel

We sit down with John Samuel, Co-Founder and CEO of Ablr 360, to discuss his life journey to creating more accessible workplaces for individuals who are blind and visually impaired. John will be joining us at VisionServe Alliance's Executive Leadership Conference in April as a keynote speaker on "The Idea of Belonging in a Diverse World." Register now at https://visionservealliance.org/conferences/

Mar 01, 202225:36
Hall of Fame 2022 with Bill Weiner, Jim Deremeik, and Mark Richert

Hall of Fame 2022 with Bill Weiner, Jim Deremeik, and Mark Richert

Voices of Vision Leaders is back with former and current board members of the Hall of Fame of Leaders and Legends in the Blindness Field. Bill Weiner, Jim Deremeik, and Mark Richert discuss the history and importance of the Hall of Fame, as well as how to nominate for this year's inductees. https://sites.aph.org/hall/

Feb 28, 202232:25
Leadership and Doubt with Marc Pittman
Jul 26, 202137:44
 Critical Research with Penny and Kirk of AFB
Jul 14, 202138:10
Diversity and Inclusion with Tai Tomasi
Apr 26, 202113:14
Belonging and Cooperation with Kevin O'Connor
Apr 19, 202122:38
NSITE by NIB with Jonathan Lucus
Feb 14, 202115:18
Technology and Ophthalmologists with Dr. Cal Roberts
Feb 01, 202132:20
Welcoming Change as a Guest with Bob Kodzis
Nov 23, 202022:35
Delight and Wow Moments with Teri Yanovitch

Delight and Wow Moments with Teri Yanovitch

We are joined by Teri Yanovitch, author and former Disney Institute speaker to talk about her upcoming keynote session at the Executive Leadership Conference (VSAELC). She shares how to delight your clients and add "wow" moments to your organization that keep people coming back, donating, and volunteering. 

www.vsaelc.com


Oct 28, 202014:53
Your Story. Your Brand. with Mark Freid
Oct 22, 202018:27
The CHAT System with Claudia Virga
Oct 15, 202022:40
Blind & Beyond Radio Show with the Golders
Aug 24, 202022:46
NW Association for Blind Athletes with Billy Henry
Aug 17, 202019:29
Accessible Voting with ACB and NFB
Aug 11, 202020:43
Office of Disability Employment Policy (ODEP) with Jennifer Sheehy
Jul 20, 202024:28
Fitness Programs with Mark Lucas
Jul 18, 202019:34
Guide Dog Training with CUSDOGS
Jun 30, 202020:33
Distance Learning with Virginia Jacko
Jun 23, 202024:14
Virtual Events
Jun 08, 202003:26
Accreditation With Elly Du Pre
Jun 01, 202022:34
Early Intervention with Diane Nelson
May 18, 202024:46
Laughs & Educational Content with Mark Richert
May 11, 202032:36
EOS: Built for the Crisis with Courtney Plotner
May 04, 202012:45
Vocational Training with Sharon Giovinazzo
Apr 27, 202022:01
Congressional Vision Caucus with Sara Brown
Apr 20, 202019:58
Education, Employment, & Digital Resources with Kirk Adams
Apr 06, 202021:27
Working WITH the community, not just FOR it - Eric Bridges
Apr 03, 202021:00
Leaders, Share Your Voice!
Apr 01, 202001:07
Providing Virtual Services with Mike McGowan

Providing Virtual Services with Mike McGowan

We speak with NOAH Executive Director, Mike McGowan on how he is providing electronic & virtual services to his community throughout the Unites States. We discuss the International efforts NOAH is taking to bring communities from around the world together to improve the lives of people living albinism and hypo-pigmentation . See how you can get involved with NOAH at www.albinism.org  We want to hear from you! Want to hear on a particular topic? Want to join as a guest speaker? Send us a request at info@visionservealliance.org.
Mar 30, 202014:43
Serving Veterans with Visual Impairment with Joe Bogart
Mar 27, 202016:35
Paul Schroeder: Senior Policy Advocate
Mar 23, 202014:19
Special Edition: Event Cancellation & Contingency Planning
Mar 20, 202020:02
Trailer: Event Cancellation and Contingency Planning

Trailer: Event Cancellation and Contingency Planning

I'm sure many of you have questions about how to handle event planning in light of COVID-19.  Tune in Friday 3/20 for a special podcast on Event Cancellation and Contingency Planning. We will be joined by Patty Richbourg, Senior Director of Global Accounts and Jill Slater, Managing Director with Helmsbirscoe, a professional event planning consulting firm. Together between them they have decades of experience working in the hospitality and meetings industry. They will share their experience as event coordinators during this public health threat and answer your questions on event cancellation and contingency planning.

Mar 18, 202001:12
Networking Leadership with Jane Wei-Skillern

Networking Leadership with Jane Wei-Skillern

Listen to VisionServe Alliance's first podcast as we speak with Jane Wei-Skillern, Senior Fellow at The Center for Social Sector Leadership, UC Berkeley’s Haas School of Business. Lee Nasehi sits down to discuss "Network Leadership" with Jane and how collaboration helps grow the mission, not just the organization. Want to hear more on networking leadership? Jane will be a keynote speaker at our CEO Summit April 26-29 in Albuquerque, NM. Register now!
Mar 06, 202019:35