After serving as Assistant Secretary for the Office of Disability Employment Policy, it was important to her to work for a company that was committed to diversity (Kathy has been blind since birth, is a Latina and a lesbian). She also wanted a company that was ready to be a leader in relating to people with disabilities as employees, customers and suppliers.
She found the right organization in Wells Fargo, the top bank on the Fair360, formerly DiversityInc Top 50. Wells was ready to launch a major initiative for people with disabilities and hired Kathy to lead the effort.
“I believe in economic empowerment and I know Wells Fargo does too. With the 25th anniversary of the ADA (Americans With Disabilities Act) this year, we have seen a lot of progress with physical challenges . Wells is in a place now where they are really making a commitment to serving all people on every level,” Kathy says.
