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# Tech for All, Inc.

Making Technology Accessible for Everyone

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## Posts

- [TFA Presents at the 2024 CSUN Assistive Technology Conference](https://www.tfaconsulting.com/tfa-presents-at-the-2024-csun-assistive-technology-conference) - At the 39th Annual CSUN Assistive Technology Conference, Tech for All partnered with Macmillan Learning to present on topics in accessibility, learning, and publishing.
- [Elaine Ober](https://www.tfaconsulting.com/elaine-ober) - Elaine works with Tech for All’s technology and leadership teams to help publishing, educational technology, online learning, and higher education sector clients to create accessible products and digital spaces that conform to accessibility standards and to integrate accessibility into their business processes. Elaine has over 35 years’ experience in higher education publishing and technology. Prior to joining Tech for All she was Head of Accessibility Advocacy for Pearson, the global learning company. In that role she oversaw internal and external communication of Pearson’s ongoing accessibility story; trained editorial, branding, and marketing teams and vendors on making images and videos accessible; and managed Pearson’s relationships with advocacy groups, institutional partners, and other players in the accessible publishing ecosystem.
- [Frederick (Rick) Bowes](https://www.tfaconsulting.com/frederick-rick-bowes) - Rick, plays several key roles for Tech for All (TFA), including managing the contractual and business aspects of its engagements and providing strategic support to its leadership and consulting teams. Rick leverages over 20 years of strategic consulting experience with senior management, primarily focused on accessibility matters, to support organizations seeking to pragmatically achieve and sustain ADA compliance across their websites, products, services, and internal IT systems. For the past 17 years, seven as Executive Consultant for the American Foundation for the Blind’s (AFB) Consulting Group and ten with TFA, Rick has provided strategic consulting support to address the accessibility of digital products, applications and websites for users with disabilities.
- [Crista Earl](https://www.tfaconsulting.com/crista-earl) - As a senior member of the Tech for All (TFA) consulting team, Crista leads non-visual accessibility evaluations of software, website, mobile, and integrated hardware and software products. As a user of screen-reading technology, Crista brings over 20 years of experience in design, development, and testing of accessible information and communication technology. Crista has helped organizations in a variety of industries, including higher education, finance, and publishing. In her previous role as Director of Web Operations for the American Foundation for the Blind (AFB), Crista oversaw a team of developers, database administrators, content managers, and social media professionals to develop and expand several accessible websites and software applications.
- [Andre Lukatsky](https://www.tfaconsulting.com/andre-lukatsky) - Andre Lukatsky leads the technical side of accessibility evaluations, conducts low vision and keyboard testing, and delivers accessibility advice and training. As a senior member of the TFA team, Andre has conducted accessibility trainings and executed numerous accessibility evaluation and development projects, spanning desktop, online, and mobile platforms. Andre has over 20 years of experience in accessible information technology and associated standards and best practices. His extensive design and development expertise in accessible web and software applications for industries such as Education, Publishing, Transportation, Online Retail, and Food Service allows him to dive deep into our clients' systems and propose efficient remediation and accessible development strategies.
- [Michael Parker](https://www.tfaconsulting.com/michael-parker) - Michael leads a team of accessibility specialists who provide web accessibility testing support services and audits, document accessibility solutions, and training on the use of screen readers and other assistive technology, to support Tech for All’s clients. Michael has over 20 years of experience in the assistive technology field and is a senior leader of the Tech for All team. In previous positions, Michael has developed video magnification systems for the visually impaired and implemented access solutions for people with disabilities in many different settings – from individuals to employment centers, libraries, hospitals, and universities.
- [Catherine Schmitt Whitaker, Ed.D.](https://www.tfaconsulting.com/catherine-schmitt-whitaker-ed-d) - Cathy fosters partnerships between Tech for All and organizations striving to make a difference in the accessibility space through both research and the development of solutions to problems involving specialized, complex and emerging technologies. Combining her strong understanding of accessibility with her knowledge of the latest events in the accessibility legal landscape, Cathy guides organizations in accessibility and inclusion strategic planning and training. Cathy has over 20 years of experience with accessible technology, strategic planning and training. She is an experienced manager, including in the healthcare industry. Cathy has collaborated in the creation, review, and implementation of accessibility related policies at the organization and system levels within higher education.
- [Eve Hill](https://www.tfaconsulting.com/eve-hill) - Eve Hill is Tech for All’s Senior Legal Advisor. In this role, she provides assessments, recommendations, model policies and procedures, and training on a variety of topics related to disability rights and civil rights. Eve Hill has decades of experience helping businesses, government agencies, employers, and nonprofits understand and implement disability rights law, as a federal government official, as the Director of District of Columbia Office of Disability Rights, at the Burton Blatt Institute, and in academia and private practice. She also has experience helping entities go beyond compliance to include disability as part of their diversity, equity and inclusion efforts.
- [Glenn Dausch](https://www.tfaconsulting.com/glenn-dausch) - Glenn Dausch provides web accessibility testing and evaluation for TFA clients. He brings over twenty years of assistive technology knowledge to this role. As a life-long screen-reader user, he is uniquely positioned to help clients understand challenges faced by, and designs that are most accessible for, screen-reader users. He holds both the Web Accessibility Specialist (WAS) and Certified Professional in Accessibility Core Competencies (CPACC) certifications from the International Association of Accessibility Professionals, which enable him to not only speak to user experience but also advise on the technical aspects of accessible design.
- [Legal and policy questions in Israel](https://www.tfaconsulting.com/legal-and-policy-questions-in-israel) - Equal Rights of Persons with Disabilities Act, Israel Standard 5568 (2017) Applies to public entities and private organizations that offer public services
- [Legal and policy questions in the European Union](https://www.tfaconsulting.com/legal-and-policy-questions-in-the-european-union) - European Web Accessibility Directive (EU 2016/2102) EN 301 549 digital accessibility standard - Adopts WCAG 2.1 Level AA Requires EU and member countries to adopt the standard for public sector accessibility
- [Legal and policy questions in Australia](https://www.tfaconsulting.com/legal-and-policy-questions-in-australia) - Disability Discrimination Act (1992) Requires reasonable access to online information and services Australian Human Rights Commission guidance recommends WCAG 2.0 Level AA
- [Legal and policy questions in the United States](https://www.tfaconsulting.com/legal-insights-united-states) - Americans with Disabilities Act (1990) Covers: Title II – State and Local Government Programs Title III - Public Accommodations (12 categories)
- [Legal and policy questions in Canada](https://www.tfaconsulting.com/legal-and-policy-questions-in-canada) - Accessible Canada Act (2019) Covers information and communication technology of government agencies, banks, federal transportation, and broadcasting and telecommunications Sets WCAG 2.0 Level AA compliance as the standard
- [TFA presents at the 2023 CSUN Assistive Technology Conference](https://www.tfaconsulting.com/accessibility-universal-design-connection-with-diversity-equity-and-inclusion) - At the 38th Annual CSUN Assistive Technology Conference, Tech for All presented two sessions on universal design and accessibility. The CSUN Assistive Technology Conference is an industry-leading internationally known event that showcases emerging research and new technologies in the field.
- [Section 508 Comes to the Forefront](https://www.tfaconsulting.com/section-508-comes-to-the-forefront) - February 2023 was a big month for Section 508 of the Rehabilitation Act. After congressional hearings and a damning report from Senator Casey's office, on February 21, 2023, the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) released its long-awaited report on Section 508 compliance by federal agencies. Meanwhile, on February 17, 2023, the U.S. Court of Appeals for the D.C. Circuit held that federal employees can sue to enforce Section 508 when the technology they need to use for their jobs is inaccessible.
- [ADA Coverage: Does Place Matter? What is Effective?](https://www.tfaconsulting.com/ada-coverage-does-place-matter-what-is-effective) - Title III of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) covers "places of public accommodation." Public accommodations are 12 broad categories of businesses that are open to the public. Clearly, online-only stores and service providers are public accommodations. But are they "places?" And if a public accommodation has a website, is its website required to be accessible?
- [TFA Presentations at 2023 Accessing Higher Ground](https://www.tfaconsulting.com/tfa-presentations-from-2023-accessing-higher-ground) - TFA presented at the 26th annual Accessing Higher Ground (AHG) conference in Denver, Colorado. Team members presented with partners on three important topics in higher education:
- [Tech for All: Empowering Businesses on the Path to Accessibility](https://www.tfaconsulting.com/tech-for-all-cioreview-award-2023) - Inclusivity isn't just a virtue; it's a requirement in today's digital era. It sets the stage for a digital landscape where every interaction is effortless, fully inclusive, and user-friendly. This landscape is the end goal of digital accessibility—an ongoing mission to build websites, applications, and digital resources accessible to all, including those with disabilities.
- [American Council of the Blind Honors Tech for All President](https://www.tfaconsulting.com/american-council-of-the-blind-honors-tech-for-all-president) - On July 11, 2019 during its annual conference, The American Council of the Blind presented its highly coveted James R. Olsen Distinguished Service Award to Dr. Khosrow Caesar Eghtesadi. The award was presented at ACB's annual conference held this year in Rochester, NY.
- [Sue Cullen](https://www.tfaconsulting.com/sue-cullen) - As a senior member of the Tech for All (TFA) team, Sue leads consulting projects for a wide spectrum of industries, including technology corporations, educational institutions, publishing, and government. Sue meets with clients to conduct needs analysis and select the appropriate TFA team to meet the needs of customers in a streamlined and cost-efficient manner. Her areas of expertise include web evaluations, document accessibility, and enterprise accessibility strategic planning. Sue has over 20 years of experience in digital accessibility compliance. She has extensive experience in the evaluation of web and software applications for conformance with the accessibility standards and usability best practices.
- [Tech for All Sponsors American Council of the Blind’s Scholarship Award](https://www.tfaconsulting.com/tech-for-all-sponsors-american-council-of-the-blinds-scholarship-award) - As part of Tech for All’s mission to ensure all lives are enriched by technology, we’re proud to sponsor a new annual scholarship award through the American Council of the Blind’s (ACB) Scholarship Program. The inaugural recipient of the Tech For All – ACB scholarship is Robert Lamm, an undergraduate environmental engineering major at Colorado State University in Fort Collins.

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- [](https://www.tfaconsulting.com/) - Tech for All is the authority on helping companies ensure their technology is inclusive, at the forefront of solving complex software and hardware inclusion challenges.
- [Who We Are](https://www.tfaconsulting.com/who-we-are) - Who We Are Accessibility starts from within At the heart of Tech for All are the exceptionally talented, skilled, and experienced consultants who develop accessibility solutions and support successful implementation. Many of Tech for All’s experts are living with disabilities themselves. Each of Tech for All’s project teams includes seasoned consultants who bring specialized knowledge,
- [Who We Help](https://www.tfaconsulting.com/who-we-help) - Who We Help For over twenty years, Tech for All has provided inclusive design consulting to Fortune 500 corporations, small companies, educational institutions, government agencies and nonprofits alike. Tech for All serves diverse industries and supports clients in the full range of accessibility compliance needs, from audits to content remediation, Kiosk & Self-Service Systems, coding
- [Thank you](https://www.tfaconsulting.com/thank-you) - Thank you for your message Your message has been sent. Someone from our organization will be sure to get back to you shortly.
- [Privacy Policy](https://www.tfaconsulting.com/privacy-policy) - Privacy Policy EFFECTIVE DATE: April 14th 2025 Tech For All values your privacy. In this Privacy Policy (“Policy”), we describe how we collect, use, and disclose information that we obtain about visitors to this website, www.tfaconsulting.com. We also describe the services available through our site. This Privacy Policy applies to all users of our services,
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- [Standards and Requirements](https://www.tfaconsulting.com/standards-and-requirements) - Standards and Requirements Evolving technology Means Evolving Standards and Compliance Keeping up with the ever-expanding world of accessibility standards and conformance requirements can be a challenge for many organizations. Tech for All (TFA) helps its partners identify which standards are applicable to their products or services and provides the technical assessments and guidance necessary to achieve
- [News](https://www.tfaconsulting.com/news) - News Tech for All in the News
- [Legal Insights](https://www.tfaconsulting.com/legal-insights) - Legal Insights This segment will address legal and policy questions that businesses and others face as they undertake their accessibility journeys. Topics to be covered in 2023: Summary of Applicable Laws Around the World ADA Coverage: Does “Place” Matter? What is Effective? Litigation Risk and Response Getting Started: Priorities and Plans Getting Your Vendors On
- [How We Help](https://www.tfaconsulting.com/how-we-help) - How We Help Doing the Right Thing, the Right Way Broader user engagement with minimal disruption We start with universal design principles, then tailor to meet your challenges. Tech for All has deep expertise in applying universal design principles to solve complex accessibility challenges, including those presented by kiosks and other self-service systems. Tech for
- [Contact Us](https://www.tfaconsulting.com/contact-us) - Contact Us We are flexible, reasonable and committed to your success Consulting Services Inquiries TFA Partner Team561.333.2835 Address P.O. Box 213473Royal Palm Beach, FL 33421
- [Awards and Recognition](https://www.tfaconsulting.com/awards-and-recognition) - Awards and Recognition The Tech for All team has received numerous awards and recognition for their contributions to technologies for people with disabilities, including: James R. Olsen’s Distinguished Service Award, American Council of the Blind (July 11, 2019) Access Award, American Foundation for the Blind Technology of the Year Award, Industry Week Magazine Computerworld Smithsonian
- [Accessibility Statement](https://www.tfaconsulting.com/accessibility-statement) - Accessibility Statement Our Commitment to Accessibility Tech for All is committed to ensuring digital accessibility for everyone. We are continually improving the user experience for visitors to our site and applying the relevant accessibility standards to meet the needs of individuals with disabilities. The TFA website complies with best practices and the latest standards as

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