Our Story.
Access Vine is a training and outreach service focusing on a wide range of topics such as self-advocacy skill-building, career exploration, deaf culture awareness, and accessibility. The purpose of Access Vine is focused on improving accessibility for people who are deaf and hard of hearing. We will work with stakeholders around the nation to bring about our vision of a world where people who are deaf and hard of hearing are given equal opportunities in the labor market. We are unique because we focus on building up the confidence within other companies to be more culturally conscious and accepting of qualified applicants who are deaf and hard of hearing. Not only do we work with entities, but we work with people who are deaf or hard of hearing, who are of all ages on discovering their potential through identity development, personality assessment, career assessment, and building their brand.
Our Team.
Our team comprises of individuals who are passionate about promoting accessibility and inclusion for people with disabilities. We all come from diverse backgrounds in sectors such as employment, social services, Deaf Education, advocacy, and community outreach. Each of us brings unique experiences to the team.

Amanda Tuite
Co Founder / CEO
DHH Access Specialist 7b

Nakia Smith
DHH Technology Specialist

Karlie Waldrip
Deaf Self Advocacy Trainer
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David Tuite
Co Founder / COO
Contract Manager

Hannah Torres
DHH Technology Specialist

China Walker
Deaf Self Advocacy Trainer

Jenni Yang
DHH Access Specialist 7a
Deaf Self Advocacy Trainer

Tar Burt
Deaf Self Advocacy Trainer

Karina Saunders
Deaf Self Advocacy Trainer