National Disability Institute (NDI) Hosts “Disability Owned Convening” to Empower Entrepreneurs with Disabilities; vFairs to Provide Accessible Event Technology

A lineup of speakers from diverse backgrounds will share insights and strategies for success in business ownership.

Washington, DC – National Disability Institute (NDI) is proud to announce the upcoming “Disability Owned Convening,” a two-day event taking place on November 20th and 21st. Interested participants can register on the conference website.

This virtual event, hosted on the fully accessible vFairs platform, aims to empower entrepreneurs and small business owners with disabilities, as well as stakeholders in the entrepreneurial ecosystem, by providing vital resources, networking opportunities and insights to foster inclusive economic growth.

The event will feature presentations from diverse leaders across industries, emphasizing the importance of accessibility and inclusion in entrepreneurship.

NDI Executive Director Thomas Foley emphasized the significance of this convening: “For a growing number of working-age adults with disabilities, the establishment of small businesses has become an exciting, new path to participate in our country’s economic growth and improve their own economic stability and security. NDI is proud to offer tools and resources that match the talents, ambition and potential of small business owners with disabilities” 

“vFairs is proud to have been involved in making this event fully accessible for all audiences without compromising on the quality of engagement and experience,” commented Muhammad Younas, CEO of vFairs.

Statistics underscore the importance of this initiative, with data showing that people with disabilities are twice as likely to be self-employed as those without disabilities. The “Disability Owned Convening” is a crucial step in providing the necessary support and community for these entrepreneurs and you can register for the event on the website.

About National Disability Institute (NDI)

NDI is a 19-year-old, national nonprofit organization dedicated to building the financial health and wellbeing of people with disabilities and their families.

NDI is the first national organization committed exclusively to championing economic empowerment, financial education, asset development and financial stability for all persons with disabilities. NDI affects change through public education, research, policy development, training, technical assistance and innovative initiatives to test and build scalable and sustainable, community-based models of intervention and measurable impact. www.nationaldisabilityinstitute.org 

About vFairs
vFairs is an all-in-one event management platform that powers in-person, hybrid, and virtual events. Our technology empowers companies worldwide to host custom, immersive events and achieve remarkable results. The platform features immersive virtual venues, advanced networking, world-renowned customer service, and many features to help you host unforgettable events.