In recognition of National AccessAbility Week, May 28 to June 3, the City of Brampton is hosting the It’s Just Good Business: Accessibility Networking Event. Join us on May 31 from 6 to 8:30 pm at the Brampton Entrepreneur Centre to hear from keynote speaker Taylor Lindsay-Noel to hear her inspirational story and help us all understand that together, we can all redefine what’s possible. We will hear from Microsoft on ways to improve business through web accessibility.
National AccessAbility Week is an opportunity to:
- celebrate the valuable contributions and leadership of Canadians with disabilities
- highlight the work of people, organizations and communities that are removing barriers
- reflect on ongoing efforts to become a better, more accessible, more inclusive Canada
About Taylor Lindsay-Noel: Award-Winning Entrepreneur, Founder + CEO, Cup of Té
Taylor Lindsay-Noel is an award-winning entrepreneur from Toronto, Canada. Fifteen years ago, she was a Canadian national gymnast, but in 2008, she had a devastating accident that instantly paralyzed her from the neck down for life.
Taylor is currently balancing her new found career as a motivational speaker, disability advocate, council member of the Premier’s Council on Equality of Opportunity and owner of Cup of Té Luxury Loose Leaf Teas, which was featured on Oprah’s Favourite Things List 2020.
She was also announced as the Young Entrepreneur of the Year by the Black Business and Professional Association Harry Jerome Awards, Canada’s most prestigious award celebrating black excellence.
Additionally, Taylor has become a rising star as a disability and accessibility influencer amassing tens of thousands of followers across her social networks. Taylor utilizes her social media platforms to educate audiences about a range of topics including, business, entrepreneurship, accessibility and inclusion.