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• To engage with WebAIM, call Rob at 435-797-9676
• For independent-study document accessibility course information, call George at 435-797-0974.

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WebAIM Staff

Jared Smith - Executive Director

Phone: 435-797-7024
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Jared Smith is the Executive Director of WebAIM. He is a highly demanded presenter and trainer and has provided web accessibility training to tens of thousands of web professionals throughout the world. With over 25 years of experience working in the web design, development, and accessibility field, he brings a wealth of knowledge and experience that is used to help others create and maintain highly accessible web content. Much of his written work, including a broad range of tutorials, articles, and other materials, is featured on the WebAIM site.

Christopher Phillips - Associate Director

Phone: 435-797-0938
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Christopher Phillips brings a unique, interdisciplinary perspective to digital accessibility, combining years of experience in special education, product management, and leading enterprise-level disability inclusion initiatives. Christopher works with organizations to embed accessibility into their culture and infrastructure through policy development, capacity building, and hands-on technical assistance. His commitment to accessibility is shaped by two brothers with Down syndrome who provide a regular reminder that the world is a better place when it is accessible for everyone.

Jonathan Whiting - Director of Training

Phone: 435-797-8284
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Jonathan is the director of training at WebAIM. His main passion is helping others learn to make the web more accessible to people with disabilities. With a master's degree in Instructional Technology and over 20 years of experience in the field of web accessibility, Jonathan has published dozens of articles, tutorials, and other instructional resources on the WebAIM site. He has traveled extensively to train thousands of web developers and other professionals who develop or maintain web content.

George Joeckel - Online Training Program Manager

Phone: 435-797-0974
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George manages the online training program at WebAIM. He has a master’s degree in instructional psychology and technology, and over 25 years of teaching experience. He has developed online courses at Utah State University since 2008, and he joined the WebAIM team in 2015. The Accessible Documents video-based course launched in July 2018, and over 16,000 participants have enrolled in this independent-study training. George also conducts pre-conference workshops and delivers presentations at national conferences.

John Northup - Director of Evaluation

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John has worked in web development since 2000, in roles including design, coding, usability, and accessibility. He thrives on the challenge of facilitating delightful, engaging experiences for aural and visual users alike. He holds a master's in information science from the University of Michigan School of Information and an undergraduate degree in mass communications from Goddard College, and has earned a CPACC certification from the International Association of Accessibility Professionals.

Rob Carr - Director of Strategy and Practice

Phone: 435-797-9676
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Rob Carr is the Director of Strategy and Practice at WebAIM. Rob has been in the digital accessibility space since 2010. He has spent loads of time training, consulting, and learning about digital accessibility topics large and small. Rob has worked with hundreds of individuals and dozens of organizations on everything from accessibility in a single PDF to integrating accessibility into organizations' digital strategies. Rob presents at national conferences, organizes the occasional conference, and tries to be more active and less snarky on LinkedIn.

For information on conformance statements, website accessibility auditing/evaluation, or consultation, please contact Rob.

Cynthia Curry - Strategic Accessibility Advisor

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Cynthia Curry is a Strategic Accessibility Advisor for WebAIM with more than 25 years of experience advancing digital accessibility in education. Beginning her career as a secondary science teacher, she has held leadership roles in K–12 and higher education, providing state and national training and technical assistance on assistive technology, accessible educational materials, and digital accessibility. Her work has included leading statewide initiatives, preparing educators to integrate accessible technologies into instruction, and providing leadership to federally funded national technical assistance centers focused on advancing digital accessibility across educational systems. Throughout her career, Cynthia has worked at the intersection of policy, research, and practice to help educational agencies build the knowledge, capacity, and systems needed to create more accessible digital learning environments.

Lyssa Prince - Technical Assistance Specialist

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Lyssa Prince is a Technical Assistance Specialist for WebAIM. She works across a range of areas in digital accessibility, providing training, creating courses and supporting resources, designing evaluation processes, and guiding remediation efforts. Lyssa is especially interested in making accessibility more approachable by reducing overwhelm and helping people get started. She discovered digital accessibility while on the path to becoming a librarian and holds a Master’s degree in Library and Information Studies (LIS) from the University of Oklahoma. She draws on these LIS principles every day, bringing a user-centered perspective and a commitment to equitable access to information to her work. Lyssa is also a DHS Trusted Tester and an IAAP Certified Professional of Web Accessibility (CPWA).

Cameron Lund - Software Engineer

Cameron Lund is a Software Engineer specializing in web development. With a diverse background across multiple industries, Cameron brings a unique perspective to his work. He is passionate about building accessible and user-centered websites, ensuring that digital content is inclusive for everyone. Cameron's technical expertise, combined with his commitment to accessibility, helps create seamless online experiences for users of all abilities.

Alyson Bell - Online Course Facilitator

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Alyson Bell earned her BS in Family, Consumer, and Human Development from Utah State University (Go Aggies!), and her MS in Family and Human Development from Arizona State University. She joined the WebAIM team in the Spring of 2019. She enjoys supporting clients as they participate in WebAIM's Accessible Documents course and virtual trainings. In her free time, she looks forward reading, baking, and spending time with her family.

Claire Joeckel - Web Accessibility Evaluator

Claire earned her B.A. in English and Instructional Technology and Learning Sciences from Utah State University. Her goal is to make the world a better and more accessible place, one text contrast correction at a time. Outside of work, she loves nothing more than a good book (although a good meal is a strong contender).

Na Tang - Web Accessibility Evaluator

Na is a bilateral cochlear implant user with four years of experience at Cochlear, where she supported patients through their hearing restoration journey. With a computer science background, she brings a rare combination: the lived experience of assistive technology use and the technical knowledge to improve it. Her goal is to make digital accessibility as transformative as the medical technology that gave her hearing. She spots the real-world barriers that frustrate users, and knows how to fix them. Her approach is practical: accessibility that doesn't just meet standards, but actually works for the people who need it.

Ellie Smith - Technical Writer

Ellie Smith is from Boise, Idaho, (that's BOY-see, not boy-ZEE) and graduated from BYU with a BA in English and a minor in editing. She enjoys watching and reviewing local theatrical productions for Utah Theater Arts Journal, especially musicals. At the end of the day, she likes to settle down with an audiobook, an embroidery project, and a box of Ferrero Rocher.