Accessibility Week: Hector Minto, Lead Technology Evangelist

Overview

Hector has worked at the cutting edge of accessibility and assistive technology (AT) for over 25 years. He has held roles in enterprise, from innovative startups to established edtech and health industry focused business,  regularly contributing to global government consultations on disability inclusion.

In his role at Microsoft as Lead Technology Evangelist, Hector leads global teams engaging in their regions with governments, major employers, Microsoft’s commercial partner network and a wider set of community stakeholders to showcase inclusive design, product accessibility, inclusive hiring practices, the role of disability employee resource groups and accessibility innovation.

Hector is the current UK Government Disability and Access Ambassador for the Tech Sector and Websites, supporting the tech sector deliver on disability employment and inclusive customer and product experiences.