In this episode of Disability in the Public Square, John Robinson sits down with fellow entrepreneur Jim Speer, founder and CEO of Mobility Roadside Assistance. Jim shares how a conversation with a wheelchair user at a VA hospital inspired him to create a new approach to roadside assistance for people with mobility needs. They discuss entrepreneurship, identifying overlooked opportunities, building an international business, and the importance of creating solutions that support independence and dignity. Jim also shares lessons from more than 60 years in business and why entrepreneurs should be willing to take the next step when they see an opportunity to make a difference.

To learn more about Mobility Roadside Assistance or to become a customer, visit Accessible Roadside Assistance | Mobility Roadside Assistance or email Jim Speer at customerservice@mobilityroadsideassistance.com

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AI is transforming how companies find and screen job candidates- but what happens when disability isn’t properly represented in the data? In this episode of Disability in the Public Square, we explore Our Ability’s collaboration with Microsoft, the development of disability-inclusive AI and candidate-matching technology, and why representation in data sets matter. We also discuss the recent lawsuit involving Workday, where plaintiffs allege that AI-powered screening tools discriminated against applicants with disabilities and other personal characteristics. As employers increasingly rely on AI in hiring, we ask an important question: Who gets seen, and who gets screened out?

Edited Audio - In this episode of Disability in the Public Square, John Robinson reflects on the documentary Get Off Your Knees: The John Robinson Story and the unexpected way it changed his life. What began with a conversation about climbing Mount Jo became a powerful opportunity to reflect on family, disability, perseverance, and achievement. Eighteen years later, John looks back on how the documentary led to speaking opportunities, new perspectives, and ultimately the creation of Our Ability- a company focused on connecting people with disabilities to employment. John shares why his story isn’t about inspiration for inspiration’s sake, but about effort, possibility, trying, failing, and continuing to move forward.

To watch the documentary for free, please visit: Get Off Your Knees: The John Robinson Story (Born Different Documentary) | Real Stories