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