The business of disability and sport is the most overlooked asset in the sports economy today – and the Disability & Sport Collective is here to help.
The Collective is a curated group of senior sport and industry leaders that offers unmatched, comprehensive expertise to create exceptional sport programs, experiences, and environments that prioritize disability inclusion. Our aim is to help build a sport community that recognizes disability as a business imperative.
We work with organizations across the country to unlock the potential of the disability and sport markets – driving impact, innovation, and measurable business results.
“Disability inclusion is not a social initiative. It is a growth strategy.”
– Jonathan J Kaufman, Inclusion, Innovation and Strategy Consultant
“Disability inclusion is not a social initiative. It is a growth strategy.”
– Jonathan Kaufman, Inclusion, Innovation and Strategy Consultant
MISSION
To drive thought leadership and action at the many intersections of disability and sport, ensuring equitable access and inclusive opportunities across the entire sport ecosystem, from active participation to dedicated fandom.
VISION
To partner with businesses and organizations to unlock the potential of the disability and sport markets – enhancing both bottom-line performance and the quality of sport experiences for everyone.
COLLECTIVE EXPERTS AND COLLABORATORS
COLLECTIVE EXPERTS AND COLLABORATORS
Our Experts:
Jonathan Kaufman – Inclusion, Innovation and Strategy Consultant
Ann Cody, PLY – Global Sports Lead
Skip Flanagan – Mental Performance Coach / Co-Founder of National Deaf Athlete Center
Anna Johannes, PLY – Founder, On the One Hand Consulting (Inclusive Design and Branding)
Rebecca Bressler — Inclusion Sports Specialist
Dawna Callahan – Founder & CEO, All In Sport Consulting
Chanel Keenan – Disabled Fan & Employee Accessibility Consultant
Josh Barney – Chief Executive Officer, SEAT (Sports & Entertainment Alliance in Technology) Conference
Tracy Vollbrecht – Adaptive Apparel & Universal Design Consultant
David Greig – Adapted Sport Program Leadership/Athlete Development and Coaching, Parasport Spokane
Lacey Henderson, PLY – Mental Performance Coach, Portland Timbers & NBC Paralympic Games Broadcaster
Organizational Partners:
Huddle Up Group – Sport Tourism Consulting
Lakeshore Foundation – Paralympic Training Site
Winner Partners – Executive Search and Recruitment Firm
READY TO LEAD THE WAY?
The economic power of the disabled population is undeniable, and so is the business opportunity. If you’re ready to harness the potential of this market while advancing meaningful inclusion, we want to partner with you.
We partner with you to create more opportunities for disabled athletes and participants. Enhance the fan experience for disabled spectators. Drive measurable business impact. Increase fan loyalty. Reach into new markets. Build your brand.
Let’s reframe the narrative around disability and sport. If you’re ready to lead the way to engage, elevate and advance, we are ready to support you.
The time to engage with the disability market is now.
Let’s Connect to Start the Conversation
Contact Us: (303) 475-7030