Andraéa LaVant is a nationally and internationally sought-after disability inclusion expert. She is widely recognized for spearheading a global disability justice movement as impact producer for Netflix’s 2021 Oscar-nominated film, Crip Camp, executive produced by President Barack and Mrs. Michelle Obama.

Andraéa is also founder and president of LaVant Consulting, Inc. (LCI), a social impact communications firm that offers cutting-edge corporate development and content marketing for brands and nonprofits. Prior to establishing LCI, she worked over a decade in non-profit and private sector organizations managing national initiatives to increase and support engagement of disabled people in mainstream programs. She has been featured on Good Morning America, NBC, Essence.com, the Root, Paper Magazine, and even the Oscars red carpet!

Ultimately, Andraéa is committed to working toward a future where ALL people, particularly disabled people of color, are seen and valued in culture and society at-large.