Disability Inclusion Learning & Development Webinars
Unlock the Full Potential of Your Workforce with Strategic Disability Inclusion Training
You already know that disability inclusion is both the right thing to do and a smart business decision. But when it comes to turning good intentions into real, organization-wide change—that’s where many companies hit a wall.
At CDI, we help you move from stuck to strategic.
Whether you’re working to earn leadership buy-in, strengthen retention, or expand existing efforts, our Learning & Development Programs are designed to meet you where you are and guide you forward. With a mix of executive-focused strategies and practical, team-level trainings, we deliver the expert support, proven tools, and peer community you need to translate commitment into measurable outcomes.
Your Path Forward
Webinars for you and your team
- Complimentary Access for Partners
CDI partner companies receive prepaid registrations for webinars, the Disability Inclusion Summit, and the Leader in Disability Inclusion Awards Event based on their partnership level.
- Quarterly Strategic Webinars
Expert-led virtual sessions on timely issues like federal contractor compliance, accessibility communications, and inclusive talent strategies.
Next Webinar
AI, Accessibility and Universal Design for Work: Opportunities, Risks, and Best Practices
June 2, 2026
2:00-3:00 pm CST
Originally scheduled for May 12
- Partner companies have pre-paid tickets with an ID code
- Guests – $25
The Overlooked Driver of Disability Inclusion: Total Rewards
June 4, 2026
10:00-11:00 am CST
Join this roundtable to explore how Total Rewards can become a strategic driver of disability inclusion and workforce performance.
Compensation is often the largest organizational investment, with benefits adding approximately $0.30 for every $1 of pay. Yet despite this impact, benefits are frequently overlooked in disability inclusion strategies—even though they play a critical role in attracting, supporting, and retaining talent.
As benefits technology becomes more complex, organizations must take a closer look at the accessibility of both their platforms and plans—for employees and their dependents. Creating an inclusive Total Rewards strategy is not just about compliance; it’s about building a workforce that is engaged, supported, and positioned for success.
Hear practical insights and real-world strategies. Learn how Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) can partner with Total Rewards teams to better support a multigenerational workforce and drive meaningful disability inclusion outcomes.
- Melissa Lesley, Labcorp, SVP, Total Rewards and Chief Inclusion, Diversity & Belonging Officer
- Ticla Wilson, Jack Henry, HR Benefits Administrator II
- Partner companies have pre-paid tickets with an ID code
- Guests – $25
The State of Disability Inclusion: Mid-Year Legal Update
July 1, 2026
11:00 am-Noon CST
Organizations are navigating rapid changes in workplace compliance, disability inclusion, and veteran employment initiatives, with more on the horizon.
In this timely session, Craig will break down key federal and departmental updates and proposals impacting Section 503, VEVRAA, self-identification data collection, and broader inclusion strategies.
Attendees will gain:
- Practical insight into emerging compliance expectations,
- Available workforce data, and
- How potential shifts to OFCCP enforcement could affect their organizations.
In recognition of the ADA anniversary, this conversation will also challenge leaders to think beyond compliance and explore what meaningful, sustainable inclusion truly requires moving forward.
Presenter: Craig Leen, K&L Gates, Partner and CDI Board Director.
Registration required:
- Partner companies have pre-paid tickets with an ID code
- Guests – $25
The ADA: Your Floor – Not Your Finish Line
July 30, 2026
11:00 am-Noon CST
When President George H. W. Bush signed the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) into law on July 26, 1990, it marked a turning point in civil rights and workplace access. The ADA established a critical legal foundation for disability inclusion in the workplace.
But more than three decades later, compliance alone isn’t enough to unlock workforce performance.
For many organizations, the ADA has become a checklist to complete rather than a catalyst for performance improvement.
In this webinar, we’ll reframe the ADA as what it was always meant to be: the floor. A baseline. A starting point.
From there, we explore what happens when disability inclusion becomes strategic — aligned with talent acquisition, retention, innovation, and culture.
Through real-world business examples, workplace scenarios, and practical frameworks, you’ll learn how to:
- Move from reactive compliance to proactive strategy
- Identify gaps between accessibility and true inclusion
- Strengthen workforce engagement and performance
- Build scalable systems that support long-term impact
If you’re ready to shift from meeting requirements to driving measurable progress, this session will provide you with the clarity and next steps to move forward.
Disability inclusion isn’t just compliance. It’s a competitive advantage.
Presenters:
Christa Martin, True Account LLC
Meaghan Walls, Center for Disability Inclusion
Registration required:
- Partner companies have pre-paid tickets with an ID code
- Guests – $25