Meryl Evans is a true leader in the world of accessibility and inclusive marketing. As a speaker, consultant, and CEO of meryl.net, she's been a fierce advocate for disability inclusion, challenging the notion that this is a “nice to have” rather than a “need to have”. With her unique perspective as a Deaf individual and her wealth of experience working with companies to improve their accessibility practices, Meryl brings a powerful and authentic voice to the conversation around inclusive design and marketing.

In this episode of The Buzz podcast by Nagish, I dove deep with Meryl, exploring her personal journey with hearing loss and her tireless work to make the business world more inclusive. Our interview provides a holistic look at accessibility, covering everything from the importance of involving people with disabilities in product development to the potential of emerging technologies to create a more inclusive future. Through her insights and examples, Meryl paints a compelling picture of what true accessibility looks like – and why it matters for businesses of all sizes. She challenges listeners to think beyond the bare minimum and embrace inclusion as a core value that permeates every aspect of their work.