Get Ready for Colorado Gives Day 2023

As we approach the season of giving, there’s no better way to kickstart the festivities than by participating in Colorado Gives Day 2023. This annual event has become a beacon for countless organizations, uniting communities to make a positive impact. Colorado Gives Day is a force for change empowering individuals, families, and businesses to come… Continue Reading Get Ready for Colorado Gives Day 2023

Addressing Employment Barriers for People Who Are Blind and Visually Impaired

People who are blind or visually impaired face barriers to employment, including challenges with transportation and lack of accessibility in the workplace. Mike Hess, Founder and Executive Director of the Blind Institute of Technology, joins host Tetiana Anderson to discuss a workforce development solution for people who are blind or visually impaired. Watch The Full… Continue Reading Addressing Employment Barriers for People Who Are Blind and Visually Impaired

‘True Equity’: Why a Trailblazer Left His Six-Figure Job to Start a Nonprofit

Quick Take Mike Hess was born blind and faced many challenges growing up. He struggled with the stigma of being blind and the lack of accessible resources. Despite these challenges, he built a successful career in the tech sector. However, Hess always felt like the “token blind guy” and wanted to do more to help… Continue Reading ‘True Equity’: Why a Trailblazer Left His Six-Figure Job to Start a Nonprofit

Dining in the Dark – Philadelphia, October 14, 2023

Buy Tickets or Register for Dining in the Dark in Philly Salesforce Proudly Presents a Gala Fundraiser for the Saturday, October 14, 2023, 5:30PM – 10PM Salesforce proudly presents the Blind Institute of Technology’s Dining In The Dark Fundraising Gala at the Kimpton Hotel Monaco in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. BIT is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization providing… Continue Reading Dining in the Dark – Philadelphia, October 14, 2023

Hiring A BIT Bridge Academy Teaching Assistant

The Blind Institute of Technology (BIT) is seeking a BIT Academy Teaching Assistant. We are seeking a part-time, local professional who has experience working with people with disabilities in an educational environment. This is a joint effort between Blind Institute of Technology, Three Talents Advisors LLC, and area employers. Our goal is to train adults… Continue Reading Hiring A BIT Bridge Academy Teaching Assistant

BIT Rising Stars

One of the most impactful partnerships that we have here at BIT is our relationship with salesforce. Through our partnership, we have created the BIT Academy which includes our salesforce administration course, Salesforce developers’ course and our apprenticeship program. Typically, when you hear the word sales, you automatically assume the worst, but a career with  salesforce… Continue Reading BIT Rising Stars

Blind Institute of Technology’s 9 3/4 Birthday Bash

6th Annual Dining in the Dark Gala Saturday, October 8, 20226:00pm – 11:00pm The Cable Center2000 Buchtel Boulevard South,Denver, Colorado, 80210 Purchase tickets to Hop on the Hogwart’s Express! Download a copy of the Sponsorship Package

Blind Institute of Technology Partners With Salesforce to Bridge the Digital Divide

Inclusion Hub has featured Blind Institute of Technology on our ongoing partnership with Salesforce. BIT and Salesforce have recently teamed up with Computers for the Blind to help bridge the digital divide and reduce the low employment rates for professionals with disabilities. Thanks to a generous donation from Salesforce, BIT is able to assist with… Continue Reading Blind Institute of Technology Partners With Salesforce to Bridge the Digital Divide

Dining in the Dark at the Georgia Aquarium

Salesforce Proudly Presents a Gala Fundraiser for the Friday, March 18, 2022, 6PM – 11PM Join us for Dining in the Dark at the Georgia Aquarium Salesforce proudly presents the Blind Institute of Technology’s Dining In The Dark Fundraising Gala at The Georgia Aquarium.  BIT is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization providing workplace development and inclusive… Continue Reading Dining in the Dark at the Georgia Aquarium

Blind Institute of Technology Expands Partnership with Salesforce Office of Accessibility

Organization Providing IT Training, Certification and Jobs for Blind and Visually Impaired Professionals Partners with Salesforce to Strengthen Global Communities DENVER, CO., December 6, 2021 – The Blind Institute of Technology was awarded its second grant in 18 months from global leader Salesforce for its workforce initiatives, providing BIT with a global expansion of its… Continue Reading Blind Institute of Technology Expands Partnership with Salesforce Office of Accessibility