Skills-based Hiring and Championing Accessibility at the Workplace with Indeed

Welcome to another enlightening episode of "Talking Purpose." I am your host, Katie Kung, thrilled to embark on this journey with Donna Bungard, the director of accessibility at Indeed, the #1 job site in the world1 and a global job matching and hiring platform

As we kick off 2025, Donna shares her compelling origin story, growing up within the larger disability community, and how it naturally led her to a career in accessibility and diversity. In this episode, Donna and I dive into the realms of diversity and accessibility, focusing on the transformative power of skills-first hiring and its potential to bridge significant employment gaps for people with disabilities. 

Donna further illuminates Indeed's commitment to fostering an inclusive workplace culture that prioritizes understanding and supporting diverse access needs. Join us as we explore the nuances of inclusive workforce development, the importance of questioning conventional job descriptions, and the future of accessibility in the workplace. Donna provides a pragmatic perspective, specifically during a time of inclusive hiring backlashes. 

This episode is brimming with insights for small business owners, HR professionals, and anyone interested in building a more inclusive and diverse work environment. Stay tuned for a conversation that promises to challenge perspectives and inspire action.

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