16th annual Ability Summit
May 19–20, 2026
Free in person and digital event
Redmond, WA
Accessibility is the Next AI Advantage
Engage with disabled experts, accessibility professionals, and technology leaders. Experience product demos and training opportunities that will deepen your knowledge of accessibility across industries.
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Explore innovative AI technology
Discover how agentic AI empowers people with disabilities and accelerates business transformation.
Imagine
Imagine the next wave of accessible technology powered by AI. Advance the integration of data to shape the future of accessible AI innovation.
Build
Build accessibility into your organization and practices. Learn about evolving regulations while innovating and advancing accessible products and experiences.
Include
Include 1+ billion people with disabilities. Engage with leaders who specialize in disability policy and join in-person AI learning sessions.
In-person event agenda
The agenda is subject to change
| Time | Description |
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| 8:00 AM | Registration will open for badge pick up. |
| 9:00 AM–9:30 AM | Welcome to Ability Summit |
| 9:30 AM–10:30 AM | Join the Ability Summit mainstage opening session |
| 10:45 AM–11:45 AM | Choose your session (Full session catalog is coming soon) |
| 12:00 PM–1:00 PM | Lunch will be provided. |
| 1:00 PM–3:15 PM | Choose your session (Full session catalog is coming soon) |
| 3:30 PM–4:00 PM | Day one closing |
| Time | Description |
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| 8:00 AM | Registration will open for badge pick up. |
| 9:00 AM–9:30 AM | Welcome to day two of Ability Summit |
| 9:15 AM–2:15 PM | Choose your session (Full session catalog is coming soon) |
| 2:30 PM–3:00 PM | Event comes to a close |
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Meet our presenters
Additional presenters will be added often—check back soon.
Jenny Lay-Flurrie
VP, Trusted Technology Group
Microsoft
Jessica Rafuse
Director of Strategic Partnerships & Policy
Microsoft
Laurie Allen
Sr Accessibility Technology Evangelist
Microsoft
Alli Hirt
Director of Accessibility Engineering, Microsoft
Microsoft
Cecily Morrison
Senior Principal Research Manager, Microsoft
Microsoft
Microsoft strives to create an accessible and welcoming digital and in-person event. If you require a disability accommodation, modification, or adjustment to fully participate, you can submit your request during registration. Please review the accessibility accommodations for Ability Summit.