Empowering Ability: Jane Hatton and Evenbreak's Impact on Disability Inclusion in the Workplace

For International Day of Persons with Disabilities, #IAmRemarkable is spotlighting organizations driving change for disability inclusion.

Jane Hatton is the CEO of Evenbreak, the only global job board run by and for disabled people. Evenbreak is an award-winning social enterprise that aims to reduce the global disability employment gap by educating employers on disability inclusion and supporting disabled candidates. Jane is a disabled author, TEDx speaker, and social entrepreneur who founded Evenbreak in 2011.

Rewriting Narratives: Tiffany Yu on Disability Inclusion, Allyship, and the Vision Behind Diversability

For International Day of Persons with Disabilities, #IAmRemarkable is spotlighting organizations driving change for disability inclusion.

Tiffany Yu, CEO of Diversability and author of The Anti-Ableist Manifesto, is a leading voice for disability pride and inclusion. Her TED Talk on empowering employees with disabilities has over one million views, and she serves on influential boards, including the NIH and the World Economic Forum. Tiffany’s insights on inclusion and allyship inspire us to build a more equitable world.

Empowering Confidence and Inclusion: How Disability:IN is Shaping Accessible Workplaces

For International Day of Persons with Disabilities, #IAmRemarkable is partnering with leading organizations to highlight their work supporting individuals with disabilities.

Jeff Wissel, Chief Accessibility Officer at Disability:IN, leads efforts to promote disability inclusion and equality. Disability:IN partners with businesses worldwide to create opportunities and drive systemic change, fostering workplaces where people of all abilities can thrive.

People's Choice Award Finalist - Heba Al Nabulsi

Heba Al-Nabulsi, a proud Jordanian raised in the UAE, has over 13 years of experience in customer experience and social media. She founded "LetsTalksocialwithHebz," a global community of 4,500 social media professionals, and has impacted 176 participants through #IAmRemarkable sessions, empowering others to feel remarkable.

People's Choice Award Finalist - Giovanna Ventre

Inspired by her grandmother, Giovanna learned the power of empathy and resilience early on. As a lawyer in Brazil, she uses her voice to empower others and advocate for a more just and equitable world, fostering vulnerability and building meaningful connections to drive positive change.

People's Choice Award Finalist - Dr LaVerne

Dr. LaVerne Adams is an #IAmRemarkable Platinum Facilitator dedicated to improving lives as a Community Leader, Pastor, Professor, and ICF PCC Certified Executive Coach, Trainer, and Consultant. A TEDx speaker and bestselling author, she has received commendations, including the Presidential Lifetime Achievement Award, for her global work inspiring hope and positive change.

People's Choice Award Finalist - Junior Beaman

Raised by a single mother in a lower socio-economic background and an area where few resembled him, he faced years of challenges, racism, and homophobia after coming out at 15. Rather than letting these experiences dim his light, he chose to elevate others, fostering spaces of acceptance and helping people celebrate their remarkable identities.

People's Choice Award Finalist - Priscila Peres Rodrigues

Priscila is a Publicist and Senior Product Manager at CI&T. With an MBA from FIAP, she leads diverse teams, focusing on innovation in AI. As a Platinum facilitator for #IAmRemarkable, she has conducted over 106 workshops, impacting more than 1,000 people, and was recognized by Google in 2022. A WTM ambassador and volunteer mentor, she is dedicated to empowering women in technology and inspiring change.

People's Choice Award Finalist - Sasha Gorbatenko

A leading marketer and IT program manager for 10+ years, currently developing global marketing at Acronis and an EMBA student at the University of York. Sasha is pursuing expertise in D&I by implementing Women in Technology initiatives, helping women advance in their careers. She actively discusses the role of women in IT at industry conferences and TEDx events.

People's Choice Award Finalist - Shruti Tiwari

Shruti Tiwari, a Senior Product Marketing Manager and community builder, is a passionate advocate for empowering women through storytelling. As a #IAmRemarkable facilitator and global ambassador for Women Techmakers, she leads workshops that help individuals embrace their achievements and celebrate underrepresented voices, inspiring them to reach their full potential.

People's Choice Award Finalist - Stephanie Shivar

Stephanie Shivar, Founder and CEO of Gallantry Coaching & Consulting and co-founder of the National Women’s Impact Leadership Institute, has led nearly 50 #IAmRemarkable workshops since her first in 2019, empowering over 800 participants to embrace boldness and promote personal growth. Based in Denver, she works as an Executive Coach and Corporate Consultant, believing in the power of women uplifting one another to achieve greater success.

People's Choice Award Finalist - Judith Martinez Sadri

A Mexican immigrant in Atlanta since 1999, Judith is dedicated to empowering the Latin community, particularly women, through her work in the media industry. Delivering #IAmRemarkable sessions in Spanish has helped participants break cultural barriers, embrace their accomplishments, and accept their own remarkable qualities. This initiative has transformed her life and her family's, as seen when her elderly parents acknowledged their own remarkable attributes, setting an inspiring example for future generations.

People's Choice Award Finalist - Stephen Edache Paul

Since 2020, Stephen has focused on understanding how others perceive self-promotion, challenging negative stereotypes while encouraging individuals to acknowledge their achievements and build confidence. As a Platinum facilitator of #IAmRemarkable, he empowers individuals to conquer self-doubt and embrace their accomplishments.

People's Choice Award Finalist - Fatima Zahrae Chayat

Fatima is dedicated to promoting diversity and inclusion, a journey that began in 2014 with local community work and expanded through the #IAmRemarkable movement since 2020. With over 10 years of experience in human resources, she creates inclusive workplaces that celebrate diverse voices and perspectives, empowering others to share their unique stories and positively impact their communities.

People's Choice Award Finalist - Elizangela Dias

Eliz holds a master’s in historical linguistics and a doctorate on abandoned baby correspondence. Now a researcher at the University of São Paulo and Google, #IAmRemarkable transformed her life by boosting her confidence and inspiring her to uplift others through self-promotion and empowerment.

People's Choice Award Finalist - Michele Jones

Michele Jones is dedicated to elevating people programs that shape the employee experience and support Dell’s diversity and inclusion efforts. With 21 years at Dell in various roles, she discovered a passion for talent development and building partnerships to cultivate organizational insights. Her passion, curiosity, and collaborative nature drive her focus on strategic initiatives and employee development.

People's Choice Award Finalist - Archana Jain

With 16 years at Dell Technologies, Archana has spearheaded initiatives like the "Dell Technologies Girl Empowerment Program" and the "One Million Trees Plantation," supporting rural students and farmers. As a dedicated #IAmRemarkable facilitator, she leverages the platform to inspire, uplift underrepresented communities, and promote the art of self-promotion.

Curtis Baker: Championing Inclusion and Empowerment

Explore the insightful journey of Curtis, an advocate for inclusion and empowerment. From his role as an #IAmRemarkable Facilitator to fostering diverse workplaces, Curtis shares wisdom on positive self-talk, allyship, and creating safe spaces for LGBTQIA+ individuals.

Jannette Flores: Embracing Diversity and Resilience

Discover the inspiring story of Jannette Flores, an #IAmRemarkable facilitator and industry leader at Google. From navigating her identity as a working mom in a same-sex marriage to advocating for LGBTQIA+ inclusion, Jannette shares insights on building creative and inclusive workspaces.

Junior is Creating Room for LGBTQ+ people

Explore the inspiring journey and advocacy of Junior Beaman, an #IAmRemarkable Facilitator and Executive Coach, dedicated to fostering a culture of acceptance and inclusion for LGBTQIA+ individuals.

Becoming more myself with #IAmRemarkable - Zoe's story

Discover how Zoe Boyd, an #IAmRemarkable facilitator, trans woman, and co-owner of a marketing agency, drew strength and inspiration from community and sharing during a pivotal time of self discovery.

Strength in community

We asked 3 facilitators about their Pride journey, how #IAmRemarkable has helped them share their story and empower others to do the same.

How 500,000 people are tapping into their remarkable

To celebrate this 500,000 participant milestone, we spoke to two people who came out of #IAmRemarkable workshops with renewed confidence, a revitalized attitude to self-care, and a passion to pass on what they learned.

Exploring intersectionality with #IAmRemarkable - Dannie Lynn’s story

Discover how #IAmRemarkable Global Inclusion Lead Dannie Lynn draws on her unique experience of being a woman, biracial, queer and neurodivergent to help others own and celebrate every aspect of their identities.

Connecting employees across Salesforce

Salesforce brought #IAmRemarkable in-house to drive employee empowerment and allyship. To date over 4,000 employees at Salesforce have attended #IAmRemarkable workshops across 16 countries.

Breaking through barriers with #IAmRemarkable - Chris’ story

Discover how #IAmRemarkable encouraged Chris to continue taking up space, spreading the gospel of self-advocacy and inspiring LGBTQIA+ folks to embrace their unique superpowers.

Fostering women empowerment and allyship at Colgate

Colgate believes in - and works towards - a world that is diverse, equitable and inclusive. Practicing allyship with #IAmRemarkable is helping to advance these goals.

Overcoming the odds to build a global community online - Patricia's story

Patricia has run workshops during the pandemic to help participants feel connected and less isolated.

Learning through teaching and helping others - Akua's story

From lacking confidence to becoming an advocate for self-promotion: this is how #IAmRemarkable helps Akua to celebrate her own achievements.

Building careers and confidence at Manulife

With over 400 workshop participants, the impact at all levels within the business has been significant.

Creating community & celebrating success at GSK

Since GSK’s first workshop in May 2020 the program has been rolled out across 14 markets and various business functions.

Finding career growth by helping others succeed - Hanna's story

Thanks to her self-promotion skills and learnings from the #IAmRemarkable workshop Hanna landed her dream job. Now she helps others succeed.

#IAmRemarkable partnered with "My Career" in Russia

Google Russia has partnered with a social center “My Career” to bring the #IAmRemarkable program to all the center visitors.

LeanIn.Org brings #IAmRemarkable to their global Circles community

#IAmRemarkable partnered with Lean In to support their mission of helping women achieve their ambitions, and to help create a more equal world.

How Merkle is championing #IAmRemarkable

After attending an #IAmRemarkable workshop, Egle Mazonaite was inspired to bring #IAmRemarkable to her Merkle colleagues.

Simply Business

Simply Business’s women are challenging themselves and taking center stage.

Shanavier rediscovered her confidence after moving jobs

When Shanavier McLemore moved into a male-dominated industry, she struggled speaking up. #IAmRemarkable restored her confidence.

Amy takes her business forward

After moving to a rural military base, Amy had to leave her job and start a business. Self promotion was a real issue, #IAmRemarkable helped change her mindset.

Unilever brings #IAmRemarkable in-house

After attending an #IAmRemarkable workshop at Google Moscow, the Unilever team was inspired to bring #IAmRemarkable to their employees.