Keynotes
The Power of Being Unconventionally Authentic as a Designer
A raw, honest, and authentic timeline showcasing what makes Jake… who he is! - and why being unapologetically yourself when connecting with others professionally is critical in your academics, personal life, and career - everyone wants to know someone unique and real to work with and root for.
@ Virginia Tech: School of Design Health and Wellness Symposium in Blacksburg, VA - November 2024
Speaking Engagements
Digital Accessibility:
A Beginner’s 101 & Workshop
SPEAKER & EDUCATOR at Gensler’s “Beyond the Baseline”, a 50-minute workshop series in Washington, DC - July 2024
DEIB* is More Than an Acronym:
It’s The Future
PANELIST at the Events Industry Council (EIC)’s annual conference in Toronto, CAN alongside Maayan Zin (AccessNow), Megan Henshall (The Neu Project) - March 2024
*DEIB: Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging
Published Writing
Conversations on the Intersection
of Design and Disability Inclusion
Members of ADAPT, Gensler’s affinity group for disabled and/or neurodivergent staff share how design, and working in the industry, can be more inclusive for all. - July 2024
Optimizing Hybrid Meetings for Neurodiversity and Inclusion at Work
A still hyper-relevant bulleted blog on producing inclusive hybrid meetings at all scales, a tangible checklist & discussion for anyone to leverage. - July 2022
Looking for someone to speak at your next event? I’m available for panels, educational opportunities, keynotes, and more!
Send me an email at jacob@jdehahn.com