Jenny Lay-Flurrie
Jenny Lay-Flurrie has a passion to see people of all abilities reach their full potential. Jenny is Chief Accessibility Officer at Microsoft, leading the company’s efforts to drive great products, services and websites that empower people and organizations to achieve more. Her team is at the forefront of creating positive experiences that apply technology to make a difference in the world and the lives of individuals, from how Microsoft hires and supports people with disabilities in employment to innovative technology that aims to revolutionize “what’s possible” for people with disabilities.
Outside of Microsoft, Jenny is a board member of the US Business Leader Network (USBLN) and an active member of the Washington State Disability Taskforce working to increase employment for people with disabilities in state government. She was recognized as a Champion of Change by the White House in October 2014.
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