The CEO Commission for Disability Employment exists to advance disability inclusive employment by driving change through policy, practice, and culture.

1 in 4 people of working age have a disability

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In the words of our Founders:

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Heather Lavallee [headshot]

Heather Lavallee CEO, Voya

Why is disability inclusive employment important to Voya?

"In 2015, we embarked on a journey to make disability inclusion a top priority at Voya. At the time, we knew it wasthe right thing to do, and we recognized that Voya was uniquely positioned to address the unmet financial needs of this important community. What we didn’t expect was the transformative effect that our disability inclusion initiatives would have on Voya’s employees, as well as our business results. It really became a bit of a movement – helping us to grow our business, while driving incredible employee engagement and helping our communities.”

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Kandi Pickard [headshot]

Kandi Pickard President and CEO, NDSS

Why does the NDSS believe in disability inclusive employment for those with Down syndrome?

"As a leading disability advocacy organization, disability employment is crucial for organizations to recognize the unique strengths and talents that individuals with disabilities bring to the workplace. By fostering an inclusive environment, organizations can create a positive impact on both their employees and the broader community.”

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Johnny C. Taylor, Jr. [headshot]

Johnny C. Taylor, Jr. President and CEO, SHRM

Why did SHRM decide to become a founding partner to the Commission?

"At SHRM, we are committed to continuing to intentionally grow our talent pool in a way that supports our organizational strategies and upholds our core values. Last year, we also strengthened our commitment to identifying strategic community partnerships to create a pipeline for inclusive talent and help build innovative, high-performing teams aligned with SHRM’s culture. As part of this commitment, we are proud to partner with the CEO Commission, joining forces to create better, more inclusive workplaces for a better world.”

28% increased revenue for those companies that excel at disability inclusive employment

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News and Events

Events

3rd Annual CEO Commission Employment Summit and Hill Day: A Resounding Success

On September 2nd and 3rd, the CEO Commission partners convened in Washington, D.C. for their highly anticipated 3rd Annual Employment Summit and Hill Day. The Summit took place at the Microsoft Innovation and Policy Center, running from 1:00 PM to 8:30 PM, and was masterfully hosted by CEO Commission Executive Director Rob Snow. The day was packed with education, inspiration, and meaningful collaboration. 

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Partner Updates

CEO Commission Expands Its Reach in Disability Employment Advocacy

2025 has marked a transformative year for the CEO Commission, with significant growth and strategic momentum. Under the leadership of Executive Director Rob Snow, the organization has welcomed key additions to its team, including seasoned Disability Employment Specialist David Rice, who now leads the Practice and Culture division. Joining him are policy experts Rachel Patterson and Sarah Meek—both bringing extensive experience in disability policy from Capitol Hill and federal administrations.

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Policy Updates

CEO Commission Unveils Core Policy Principles in Inaugural Policy Manual

The CEO Commission has officially released its first-ever Policy Manual, outlining a comprehensive agenda to advance disability employment across the nation. At the heart of this agenda are three guiding principles that shape every policy priority and advocacy effort:

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