# Frances West

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Inclusive Tech, Smarter Future | Frances West, Founder, TED Talk, International Speaker, Author, Corporate Board Director

Frances West, IBM’s first Chief Accessibility Officer and author of Authentic Inclusion shares insights on why accessibility isn’t just for people with disabilities—it’s a mindset that drives innovation. She discusses the role of AI, cognitive technology, and business leadership in shaping an incl…

Robotics Featuring Camino Mobility, Social Robots, Cosmos Robotics

Carol Chiang introduced Duncan Orrell-Jones and discussed the potential of the Camino mobility rollator for aiding in Parkinson's treatment. Duncan Orrell-Jones  from Camino Mobility, who discussed their smart walker designed to track gait metrics and improve mobility. He explained the inspiration …

Beyond “Popcorn Innovation”: Human-First leadership from IBM to the United Nations with Frances West

What if the key to navigating our AI-driven future isn’t about becoming more technological, but rather more authentically human? In this inspiring episode of Poets & Thinkers, we explore the intersection of technology, leadership, and human dignity with Frances West, a pioneering executive whose wi…

S2E9 - Zeroing Barriers to Access

Episode Notes Earlier this year, Aira received an award from the renowned Zero Project, a globally recognized conference on accessibility. In this interview, we delve into the conference with Frances West, IBM’s inaugural Chief Accessibility Officer and the current CEO of Frances West & Co., and F…

Digital Skills Training with OATS, Community Tech Network, Candoo Tech, OdessaConnect and Frances West

This episode focused on digital skills training and inclusivity for older adults.  Michael Phillips introduced Suzanne from OATS, highlighting the impact of the COVID pandemic on older adults' digital connectivity. Suzanne Myklebust explained the ConnectED NYCHA initiative, which distributed 10,000…

Project Updates with Benjamin Surmi, EquipMeOT, Greyafro Marketing, UnaliWear, Maria Mortati Experience Design, Doug Sullivan RPM-CCM

Michael Phillips discussed the "Fly Like an Eagle" report, highlighting that online training for older adults is twice as effective in combating social isolation than just providing broadband access.  Benjamin Surmi introduced Lindsay DeLong who shared her journey from creating YouTube videos to bu…

Digital Skills Training with GetSetUp, Koelsch Communities, Saltbox TV, OATS, Lives Well Lived, CarterJMRN, Brett Adler, Joan Green, Frances West, Daniel Marrello and Gary Barg

This episode focused on digital skills training for older adults.  GetSetUp, a video social learning platform, tailors tech training to different skill levels, fostering confidence through peer communication.  Aging Connected and Senior Planet (from OATS) provide virtual technology training, addres…

Caregiver Friendly Products and Services

Pedro Ruiz of IDEO U reminded us of the importance of human-centered design. Frances West emphasized digital inclusion for aging and disability markets. Liz Miller from GetSetUp shared their social learning platform with over 4 million users. Deborah Harlow discussed community solutions for caregiv…

Ep#08 - What Leading IBM in China Taught Frances West About Inclusive Leadership | Frances West, Founder of FrancesWestCo | Rick Williams

What does it really take to lead across cultures, adapt to change, and create genuine inclusion? In this episode of the Create the Future Podcast, Rick Williams sits down with Frances West, veteran technology executive, author, and founder of FrancesWestCo., to explore the leadership lessons she l…