The Victor Wear Expo
- Where every abiLITY
meets Opportunity
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The Victor Wear Expo is a timely and inspiring celebration of disability employment and neurodiverse talent, taking place at a moment when inclusion needs champions more than ever. As DEI programs face pushback and harmful narratives gain attention, this event offers a powerful reminder that inclusion is not only right—it’s smart, sustainable, and transformative. By connecting job seekers with disabilities to inclusive employers and spotlighting the creativity and contributions of neurodiverse individuals, the expo fosters opportunity, challenges stigma, and advances a future where everyone belongs. Confirmed exhibitors include:
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Virginia Department of Aging and Rehabilitative Services (DARS)
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ARC of Northern Virginia
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2-Gether International
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Hyatt Regency Crystal City at Reagan National Airport
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Park Hyatt Washington
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Hyatt Regency Reston
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Fairfax County Government
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Baxter Coaching Services
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Virginia Career Works Northern/Skill Source Group
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The Katherine Thomas School/Treatment and Learning Centers
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Arlington Employment Center
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Jake's Ice Cream
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Our Stomping Ground
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Organization for Autism Research/Hire Autism
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Melwood
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ENDependence Center of Northern Virginia (ECNV)
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Brain Injury Services
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Special Olympics DC
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Enabled Intelligence
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Victor Wear
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And many more are being added!
Why Attend?
Job Seekers with Disabilities
Connect with employers who are actively seeking different differently abled talent
‣ Learn about internships, apprenticeships, job training programs and more
‣ Network with business leaders, politicians, and advocates who are passionate about supporting the disability community
‣ Explore workplace accommodations and disability support services
Business Leaders
‣ Recruit top differently-abled talent
‣ Speak about your organization's accessibility best practices, neurodiversity ERGs, and disability support programs
‣ Expand your reach via access to new markets and customers
‣ Foster positive community relations
Families, Caregivers & Allies
‣ Discover and support disabled-led companies and their amazing products and services
‣ Get inspired by remarkable entrepreneurs and their path to business success
‣ Show your support for the disability community and local businesses
Make connections and have fun
Disabled-Led Businesses
‣Showcase your products and services to customers and organizations that want to support disabled-led businesses
‣ Expand your reach via access to new markets and customers
‣ Increase the visibility of your company by connecting with media, business leaders, politicians, and more
‣ Recruit top differently-abled talent
What to Expect
Enjoy An Unforgettable Keynote & Book Signing by Dr. Temple Grandin
Named by Time Magazine as one hundred most influential "Heroes" in the world, autistic icon Temple Grandin will captivate you with her remarkable journey of triumph. As an author, autism advocate, and renowned animal behaviorist, she champions the hiring of neurodiverse talent, proving the extraordinary capabilities of autistic individuals via her own success. Through her inspiring words and remarkable achievements, she shatters disability stigmas, urging society to embrace neurodiversity.
eMPOWER. EMPLOY. INSPIRE.
💼 Inclusive employers looking to connect with neurodiverse talent
🛍️ Neurodiverse-owned businesses & vendors
🎤 Workshops on entrepreneurship, empowerment, and employment
🧠 Resources for families, students, and job seekers
🎨 Interactive zones, sensory-friendly spaces, and an inclusive fashion show
Confirmed employers/exhibitors include:
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Virginia Department of Aging and Rehabilitative Services (DARS)
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ARC of Northern Virginia
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2-Gether International
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Hyatt Regency Crystal City at Reagan National Airport
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Park Hyatt Washington
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Hyatt Regency Reston
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Fairfax County Government
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Hire Autism
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Melwood
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Special Olympics DC
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6 Wheels Consulting
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Enabled Intelligence
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Victor Wear
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And many more are being added!
Whether you're a job seeker, advocate, employer, student, or community supporter — this event is for YOU.
So Much More to Enjoy
Check Out Exciting Workshops, Forums, and Product Demos
Discover numerous ways to empower and employ the neurodiverse and disability community. The Expo workshops include everything from resume writing and interviewing skills for job seekers to inclusive hiring and workplace accommodation best practices for employers to starting, growing, and funding businesses for aspiring entrepreneurs.
Grab Great Freebies
Enter to win free Victor Wear shirts, hoodies, and other fabulous freebies from our amazing vendors and sponsors.
Network with Disability Champions
Meet with employers, business and community leaders, business funders, politicians, journalists, and disability advocates who are passionate about making a difference. Turn those connections into business growth and job opportunities
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Thank You Sponsors
Your generosity makes this effort possible. Thank you for your commitment to empowering and employing the disability community. We are forever grateful for your support and could not do this without you.
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