Maayan Ziv
Toronto, Canada

Maayan Ziv

Founder and CEO, AccessNow

4.6 · 317 recent attendees voted
The pitch

AccessNow CEO Maayan Ziv shows organizations how accessibility becomes a product advantage, policy lever, and everyday operating standard.

As CEO of AccessNow, Maayan has created a powerful shift in thinking about the importance of accessibility in our world, from accessible technologies to infrastructure, public policy, media and communications. To date AccessNow has shared accessibility information in over 35 countries. An influential public speaker who is often in the media, Maayan collaborates with private sector companies as well as government and not-for-profit organizations.

Signature talks

What Maayan speaks on.

In a world where differences should be celebrated, accessibility and inclusion stand as the pillars upon which we can build a truly equitable society. Maayan’s inspiring keynotes delve into the transformative power of embracing diversity in all its forms.

In this thought-provoking session, Maayan demonstrates how accessibility goes beyond physical accommodations, encompassing everything from digital interfaces to attitudes and perceptions. Through real-world examples and uplifting stories, your audience will discover how creating inclusive environments not only benefits individuals with disabilities but enriches the lives of everyone involved.

From designing products and services with universal access in mind to fostering cultures of empathy and understanding, Maayan will help to uncover practical strategies for breaking down barriers and creating pathways for all to thrive. Together, we’ll challenge outdated notions and champion a future where every voice is heard, every perspective valued, and every opportunity accessible.

Whether you’re a business leader, educator, or simply someone who believes in the power of unity, this keynote promises to ignite your passion for building a team and an organization where everyone feels seen.

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Why clients book
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Turns accessibility into clear business and customer decisions
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Real-world global lens: 35+ countries of accessibility insights
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Bridges corporate, government, and nonprofit execution
Speaker DNA

Not a bio.
A fingerprint.

Every speaker scored across 15 dimensions from watching them live. Skim it in three seconds — pick who fits your room.

Storytelling
100
Practicality
100
Customization
100
Strategic
100
Inspiring
100
Thought-provoking
100
Authentic
100
Energy
98
Humour
98
Motivational
98
Technical
97
Data-driven
96
Emotional
95
Research-heavy
93
Interactive
93
Reviews

Straight from the room.

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"The AccessNowApp has vocalized a movement for inclusion and engages a global community to contribute to a more accessible world."

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Canadian Innovation Space
Some of Maayan’s recent clients include
Government of Canada·Ontario Health·JEDx·Rideau Hall Foundation
Beyond the keynote

Book Maayan for more.

A keynote is one hour. Sometimes what your room actually needs is a workshop, a room-in-a-room advisory, a moderated panel, or a private Q&A. Maayan does all of it.

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Workshop
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Advisory Session
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