Jordan Sangalang is a dynamic and skilled Business Development Specialist who has rapidly become a significant force in accessibility and B2B solutions. The George Veditz Deaf Studies Award recipient currently serves as a Business Development Specialist with Asign Inc., while also working as a freelance ASL translator, video editor, and Deaf accessibility strategist. He has distinguished himself as one of the industry’s most reliable and innovative professionals, known for his problem-solving expertise and client-focused accessibility solutions. His leadership and dedication have made him a trusted partner for organizations seeking meaningful inclusion, while empowering the next generation of Deaf leaders and advocating for greater accessibility across sectors.
The Winnipeg, Manitoba native attended the Manitoba School for the Deaf before moving to Florida, where he graduated from the Florida School for the Deaf and Blind. He holds an Associate of Arts from Valencia College, a Bachelor of Arts from the University of British Columbia, and a Master of Arts in Deaf Studies from Gallaudet University, where he received the George Veditz Deaf Studies Award. Jordan was a trailblazer as the first Deaf instructor and professor from Winnipeg at the University of Winnipeg and the University of Manitoba. His journey began in post-secondary education and social services before expanding into performing arts, real estate investing, high-ticket sales, and operations management. These diverse experiences, along with pivotal roles at Convo — a Deaf-owned and Deaf-led company — and as a manager for Deaf services at New Directions, laid the foundation for his current success in business development and accessibility advocacy.
Jordan’s work ethic embodies the epitome of discipline, resilience, and continuous learning. He understands the value of opportunity and is determined to create pathways for inclusion and empowerment. His readiness to collaborate and innovate meets every challenge, a key to driving meaningful change in both business and accessibility. Jordan’s guiding philosophy — “Empowerment flows through accessibility and authentic connection” — reinforces his commitment to being the best advocate and professional he can be at every level, every day.
Jordan continues to share his journey, insights on Deaf accessibility, innovative business strategies, and practical empowerment strategies through his blog. Whether you’re a fellow Deaf professional, an ally committed to inclusion, a business leader seeking meaningful accessibility solutions, or someone navigating your own path of resilience and growth, his writings offer valuable perspectives grounded in real experience.
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