Improving UX for business success: understanding the benefits of accessibility - August 13 - GDS Group

Improving UX for business success: understanding the benefits of accessibility

DIGITAL - ROUNDTABLE
13 August 2025, America 11:30 am - 1:00 pm EST
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How can software and IT providers ensure their products are accessible and user-friendly for everyone?

In the modern digital landscape, accessibility is no longer simply a requirement to meet regulations. It plays a crucial role in engaging customers, building brand loyalty, and driving business growth.

So with changing regulations and increasing customer expectations, how can leaders in the software space ensure that their products are both compliant and user-friendly for everyone?

Join this Meet the Boss roundtable to hear from the experts at Level Access, as well as share ideas with like-minded professionals from a range of industries, on the topic of accessibility. How are leading firms incorporating accessibility into their business strategy? How can you leverage emerging tools and best practice? And what is required in order to meet regulatory demands, improve user satisfaction and boost revenue – all at the same time?

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Event host

Corbb O’Connor

Director of Accessibility Advocacy
Corbb O’Connor leads accessibility advocacy for Level Access.
He thinks like an economist, writes find out more

About Level Access

Level Access was founded in 1999 by engineers with disabilities and has been in the digital accessibility business since before laws and standards like Section 508 and WCAG existed. Since its founding, it has been a pioneering force in digital accessibility, now existing longer than any other modern solution provider. The Level Access solution helps organizations create accessible and legally compliant websites, mobile apps, software, and other digital experiences. It’s a solution built upon Level Access’s deep and respected subject matter expertise, with the most advanced digital accessibility platform coupled with access to expert managed services, legal support, and accessibility training. This combination of software and services powers the accessibility programs of thousands of organizations, from Fortune 500 enterprises to public sector and government agencies, educational institutions, and private sector businesses of all sizes.

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Discussion topics

How do you build the business case for digital accessibility?

How can you balance product release velocity with quality and compliance?

What does it take to keep up with ever-changing accessibility laws, regulations and requirements?

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