Careers for the Blind

Careers for the blind and visually impaired. This is an interview series with Blind and visually impaired people who hold various types of jobs and careers.

Careers for the Blind is a business podcast hosted by Harrison Hoyes, with 75 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

Harrison Hoyes hosts Careers for the Blind, a business show with 75 episodes published.

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  Careers for the Blind

  Episode 82 - Lawyer at Pacific Justice Institute & Author - James Blaise

  Jul 29, 202632 min

  In this inspiring episode, we sit down with James Blaise, who lost his sight at an early age but refused to let it define his future. Through determination and resilience, James earned his law degree, passed the bar exam, and pursued his lifelong dream of becoming an author. James shares his remarkable journey, the challenges he overcame, and the inspiration behind his debut crime novel, Red, Hummingbird . We also discuss the release of the audiobook, now available on Audible, making his gripping story accessible to even more readers and listeners. Join us for a conversation about perseverance, purpose, and proving that no obstacle is too great when you're determined to follow your passion. https://www.audible.com/pd/Red-Hummingbird-Audiobook/B0H7CWV7FX?eac_link=2Y42cfhnPZX5&ref=web_search_eac_asin_1&eac_selected_type=asin&eac_selected=B0H7CWV7FX&qid=bngwKZIKo4&eac_id=136-2177917-1519011_bngwKZIKo4&sr=1-1

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  Episode 81 - CEO/CIO at Pothos Partners - Matthew Sherwood, Ph.D.

  Jul 3, 202632 min

  Matthew Sherwood, who lost his vision shortly after beginning his professional career due to Leber's Hereditary Optic Neuropathy (LHON) and Best disease. Rather than allowing vision loss to define his future, Matthew built an impressive career in finance and investment management. Today, Matthew serves as the Chief Executive Officer and Chief Investment Officer of Pothos Partners. Throughout his career, he has held leadership roles across the investment industry, managing assets in a variety of capacities, leading portfolio management teams, serving as the CEO of a startup, and now overseeing investment strategy and operations at Pothos Partners. Matthew shares his journey of adapting to vision loss while navigating the highly competitive world of finance, the lessons he's learned as a leader, and the mindset that has helped him succeed. Whether you're interested in investing, leadership, or stories of resilience, this conversation offers valuable insights and inspiration for anyone pursuing ambitious career goals.

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  Episode 80 - National Program Director at the Blinded Veterans Association - Domonique Lawless

  Jun 20, 202626 min

  In this episode of Careers for the Blind , we speak with Domonique Lawless, who has been blind since birth and has spent her life advocating for the opportunities and training she needed to succeed. From a young age, Domonique learned the importance of self-advocacy, ensuring she received the education and support necessary to pursue her goals. Initially aspiring to become a teacher, Domonique earned dual certifications as both an Orientation and Mobility Instructor and a Braille Instructor. Her passion for empowering others has remained a constant throughout her career. Today, she serves as the National Program Director for the Blinded Veterans Association, where she works to support and improve the lives of blinded veterans across the country. In addition to her professional leadership, Domonique embraces her entrepreneurial spirit as the founder of her own life coaching business, helping individuals overcome challenges, build confidence, and achieve their personal and professional goals. domoniquelawless@gmail.com https://www.tiktok.com/@competitiveedge?_r=1&_t=ZP-96aDWD3pOYB https://linktr.ee/Competitive_edge

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  Episode 79 - Operations Effectiveness Lead at ExxonMobil - Jeff Noga

  May 31, 202635 min

  Jeff Noga built a long and successful career at ExxonMobil, including several years in a supervisory role, before his life took an unexpected turn. Midway through his career, he was diagnosed with retinitis pigmentosa—a progressive vision condition that would challenge both his professional and personal life. With a wife and two young children at home, Jeff was determined to keep moving forward and continue providing for his family. In this episode, he opens up about the obstacles he faced, the adjustments he had to make, and the resilience it took to navigate vision loss while maintaining his career.

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  Episode 78 - vice president of Customer Care at Southwest Airlines - James Ashworth

  May 17, 202638 min

  In this episode of Careers for the Blind, I sit down with James Ashworth to discuss his journey through vision loss while building a successful career in the airline industry. Diagnosed with cone-rod dystrophy after already establishing himself professionally, James shares how he first began noticing changes in his vision and the challenges that followed. James talks about the tremendous support he received from many of his supervisors, while also opening up about the moments where he had to advocate strongly for himself when others questioned whether he could take on new responsibilities with accommodations in place. Through persistence, determination, and a willingness to embrace new challenges, James consistently proved his abilities through excellent work and leadership. That drive ultimately helped him rise through the ranks and build an impressive career at Southwest Airlines. His story is a powerful example of resilience, self-advocacy, and the importance of giving people the opportunity to succeed based on their talent and performance rather than assumptions about disability.

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