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Kerin G

@kerin_a11y

Accessibility Manager and Leader

Vereinigte Staaten
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I am an Accessibility Manager and Leader with over a decade of experience advancing inclusive design and strategy across enterprise platforms. I specialize in WCAG 2.1/2.2 and Section 508 standards, leading large-scale initiatives and building scalable processes to empower users of all abilities.... Mehr lesen

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Meine Dienstleistungen

Qualitätssicherung
I will conduct digital accessibility audits for web, mobile, and documents

Arbeitserfahrung

Principal_Financial Group

Experienced Accessibility Consultant

Principal Financial Group • Vollzeit

Jan 2026 - Present • 8 mos

Lead accessibility reviews and evaluations across web, mobile, and enterprise platforms, ensuring compliance with WCAG 2.2 AA standards. Review and evaluate third-party VPAT/ACR documentation to assess vendor accessibility conformance. Conduct comprehensive audits including design reviews, keyboard navigation testing, and usability testing to identify and remediate accessibility barriers. Perform native mobile app accessibility testing on iOS and Android, including screen reader testing with VoiceOver and TalkBack. Manage accessibility as a SharePoint site manager, overseeing accessible content and site structure. Build automation and AI agent tools to streamline accessibility review processes and improve team efficiency. Serve as project manager for Global Accessibility Awareness Day initiatives, coordinating organization-wide accessibility engagement.

Hilton_Hotels & Resorts

Manager, Digital Accessibility

Hilton Hotels & Resorts • Vollzeit

Aug 2022 - Jan 2026 • 3 yrs 5 mos

Lead enterprise-wide accessibility programs, driving compliance and inclusive design across global digital platforms leading to an 81% positive feedback on accessibility functionality. Manage end-to-end accessibility lifecycle, including auditing, remediation, and verification using Axe DevTools, WAVE, ANDI, JAWS, NVDA, TalkBack, and VoiceOver. Build scalable systems for accessibility tracking and reporting, aligning metrics with leadership visibility and accountability. Partner with product, design, engineering, and legal stakeholders to embed accessibility into shared components and design systems. Oversee the Accessibility Compliance and Reporting Program, ensuring readiness for WCAG 2.2 and Section 508 updates. Planned and executed Hilton’s 3-day Global Accessibility Awareness Event (GAAD), coordinating global teams and showcasing accessibility-first design practices. Increased live attendance by 68% year over year. Apply AI tools and automation to streamline audit timelines, reporting workflows, and prioritization frameworks.