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🎉🌟 Exciting News from BIT! 🌟🎉 We are proud to announce that BIT's Visionary, Michael Hess, has been honored with the prestigious C2HR Content & Connectivity Human Resources Game Changer Award in the Ignitor category! 🔥 Mike was recognized yesterday in Brooklyn for his outstanding commitment to creating clear pathways for employment opportunities for professionals with disabilities. 🚀🗽 👏 Congratulations, Mike, on this well-deserved recognition! Your efforts have truly transformed the landscape for professionals with disabilities. You have set a new standard for inclusion. A big shout-out to all the other incredible winners - your innovation and dedication shine brightly, lighting the way for a more inclusive future. 🌈 🏆 Check out all the 2024 award winners: https://lnkd.in/ebVXBEGn #C2HR #HRGameChanger #IgnitorAward #Inclusion #Accessibility #TeamBIT Image description: Mike Hess wearing his Salesforce Golden Hoodie and sunglasses, stands confidently with poise beside a podium, holding his white cane. The podium sign says, "C2HR CON. The Future of People. Innovate. Engage. Belong."

🎉 Happy New Year from BIT! 🎉 As we welcome 2025, we’re looking forward to a year of new opportunities, meaningful connections, and continued growth. Here's to breaking barriers, empowering professionals with disabilities, and achieving even greater impact together. 🥂 Cheers to 2025! 🥳

As the year winds down, we’re taking a moment to reflect on the incredible milestones BIT has achieved in 2024. It has been a year of growth, innovation, and real impact, and we couldn’t be more grateful for your support along the way. This year, we were proud to: ✨ Receive the Department of Education Disability Innovation Fund Grant and the Zero Project Grant, empowering us to expand our mission even further. ✨ Celebrate prestigious recognitions like the Anthem Award, the C2HR Human Resources Game Changer Award, Invisible Disabilities Impact Award, and many more! ✨ Break new ground as graduates from countries like Kenya, Israel, the Philippines, and Pakistan joined the BIT community. ✨ Launch our first international cohort, bringing our mission to a global stage in 2025 – made possible thanks to continued support from Salesforce. ✨ Welcome a new board member who will help shape our journey moving forward. ✨ Present at the United Nations, with plans solidified to do so again next year! ✨ Achieve approval for one of our training programs to offer SHRM- and HRCI-recognized credits. Our BIT graduates have also reached new heights this year. Dozens have successfully passed their Salesforce Administrator or CPACC certifications, and many have secured employment with leading organizations across industries – proving that barriers can be broken and opportunities created. We are deeply grateful to everyone who has played a role in helping us grow – our partners, supporters, graduates, apprentices, and vendors. Together, we’ve made a lasting impact, and we can’t wait to see what we’ll accomplish together in 2025.Thank you for being part of this journey!

🎄✨ Season’s Greetings from BIT! 🎁❄️ No matter what you celebrate, this season is a time for joy, reflection, and connection. From all of us at Blind Institute of Technology, we’re wishing you and your loved ones a season filled with happiness, warmth, and cherished moments. We’re taking a little time to recharge and celebrate the holidays with our loved ones, and we’ll be closed on these dates: 🎅 Tuesday, December 24 🎄 Wednesday, December 25 🥂 Tuesday, December 31 🎉 Wednesday, January 1, 2025 We look forward to continuing our journey together in 2025!

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Aiden Klass, a graduate of BIT's August 2024 cohort, recently achieved the incredible milestone of becoming a Salesforce Certified Administrator! Aiden combines a creative mindset with technical precision, drawing from his experience as a voice-over narrator, video producer, and his academic foundation in Music and Psychology. 🎵🎬 During the course, he consistently impressed the BIT team with his polished, professional presentations, showcasing his dedication and exceptional talent. Behind his achievements lies a story of resilience. Despite facing visual impairment and personal challenges, Aiden persevered, overcoming adversity with determination and grace. His ability to merge artistry with strategic thinking exemplifies the excellence we strive to foster at BIT. 💪 Aiden’s achievements are even more special, as he follows in the footsteps of his older brother, Benjamin Klass, who also became a Salesforce Certified Administrator. Together, they’re proving that resilience and passion can break barriers and open doors. 🚀👬 Please join us in celebrating Aiden’s success! If you’d like to congratulate him, please reach out to him right here on LinkedIn.

🌍 Calling All International Trailblazers!   Ready to kickstart your Salesforce journey? Our first international Salesforce Associate course is launching on Thursday, February 20, 2025, with an orientation the day prior – Wednesday, February 19. This program is specifically for disabled professionals outside the United States who are eager to gain cutting-edge skills and take their careers to new heights! 🎓   ⏳ Here’s how to get started: If you’re interested in joining, the first step is to become a BIT Career Seeker by submitting the Career Seeker application form by the deadline listed below. Once you’ve completed the process, you’ll receive an email with details on how to register for the Intro to Salesforce (ITS) course.   📋 Additional steps you will need to take after becoming a Career Seeker: 1. Step 1: Complete our ITS course to be eligible for the international Salesforce Associate course. ✔️ September – December 2024 cohorts are eligible for the February start. ✔️ January ITS students must finish by January 31, 2025, to join. 2. Step 2: Attend classes every Thursday from 9:00AM–1:00PM UK Time (that's 2:00AM–6:00AM MT). 3. Step 3: Participate in labs every Friday from 10:00AM–12:00PM UK Time (that's 3:00AM–5:00AM MT).   🗓️ Don’t wait! To join the Admin course in February 2025, you must submit your Career Seeker application no later than Friday, January 10, 2025.   👉 Apply now and begin your journey: https://lnkd.in/eCZK_ywe

🎉 Join us in celebrating Furqan Ahmed Siddiqi, who has made history as BIT's first Certified Salesforce Administrator from Pakistan! Furqan’s journey through the program has been marked by unwavering passion and dedication, making this milestone all the more inspiring. With a Bachelor's in English Linguistics and a Master's in Applied Linguistics, Furqan brings a unique perspective to the Salesforce ecosystem. 🎓 His professional experience includes working with the Government Department of Social Welfare in Pakistan and volunteering with the Literaria Education Foundation for the Blind. 🤝 His work ethic and versatility truly shine, both in and out of the program! When he’s not mastering Salesforce, Furqan channels his creativity and skills into freelance writing, further showcasing his drive and adaptability✍️ Furqan, your accomplishment paves the way for future Trailblazers worldwide! 🌍 Congratulations on this incredible achievement! 💡 Want to connect with Furqan? Reach out to him right here on LinkedIn!

📢 Attention Digital Accessibility Career Seekers! We’re excited to announce the next Digital Accessibility Analyst Course, starting Thursday, February 6, 2025, from 12:00-2:00PM MT! This 14-week program is designed to help you develop the skills to succeed in the growing field of digital accessibility. 📋 Applications will be emailed to BIT Career Seekers in good standing on December 20, 2024. 💡 To learn more, please join us for an open house: 📅 Tuesday, January 7: 9:00–10:00 AM (MDT) To join video call: https://lnkd.in/gXrjnaN7 Or dial: +1 505-738-2152 PIN: 929 376 769# 📅 Thursday, January 9: 2:00–3:00 PM (MDT) To join video call: https://lnkd.in/gYFUBgXq Or dial: +1 508-812-8164 PIN: 726 752 101# 📧 Not a Career Seeker yet? Apply now at: https://lnkd.in/gV6CKbm2

🚨 We're Hiring: Academy Director! 🚨   Are you ready to make a meaningful impact in accessible education? Blind Institute of Technology is seeking a passionate Academy Director to lead and expand our programs, offering free, accessible, virtual courses for professionals with disabilities – focused on building industry-recognized skills and advancing careers in competitive fields.   👩🏫 What You’ll Do: ⭐ Lead program development and growth, including new course offerings. ⭐ Support & mentor instructors to foster a dynamic teaching environment. ⭐ Oversee program effectiveness, operations, and scalability.   🫶 Why Join Us? BIT values diversity and inclusion and strongly encourages all qualified candidates to apply, including those with disabilities whose lived experiences can contribute to the success and growth of our mission.   📍 Location: This is a fully remote position. 🔗 Read the full job description and apply here: https://lnkd.in/gy9NbXSW