Services

How to Spark

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Able to join on contract as an advisor & part of your team
for a defined period of time,
whether months or years.

Retainer

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Subcontractor

Make your grant proposal
or project shine with our
value added mobility
expertise & inclusive design.

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Hourly

Whether a one-off
policy review or whitepaper,
Spark Access can bring
expertise to your projects.

Our Services

I. Inclusive Innovation

  • Inclusive Design Coaching

  • High School & University Lectures

  • Innovation Consulting (Hackathons, Grants, etc.)

II. Technical Excellence

  • Accessibility Standards Education

  • AV & EV Accessibility Strategy Development

  • Public Policy Consulting

III. Community & Engagement

  • Disability Community Collaboration & Training

  • Research and Design Testing & Recruiting

  • Storytelling & Culture Impact

IV. Talent & Culture

  • Disability ERG/BRG Growth Strategy

  • Workforce Development & Recruiting

  • Accommodations Policy Development

Spark Impact

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“Working with Alan of Spark Access has shown me that accessibility is more than compliance.
It is essential to creating better transportation, technology, and community solutions.

His unique combination of lived experience, professional expertise, and passion for inclusion challenges others to think differently and ensure innovation truly works for everyone.”

- Maureen Marshall
Experienced Mobility Leader


“Alan is an awesome person to work with, and I have had the pleasure of collaborating with him over the years on multiple projects. He brings passion, deep expertise, incredible communication skills, and a practicality that is unmatched.
You will benefit from working with Alan!"

- Jonathan Katz-Ouziel
Opossum House Accessibility


“Spark Access and Alan have taught me how to better align stakeholders across the start-up and design industry, and connect them with existing efforts within the disability community to create impact.

- Ani Grigorian
AniG Accessibility

Industry Affiliations

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Portfolio

Explore our work with extensive industry partners driving real impact.

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Autonomous Vehicles

Ensuring the future of driverless vehicles is open to all.

Zero Emission Infrastructure

Building a Future of Accessible Tech & Clean Air

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Urban Planning & Mobility

Creating Cities that are Accessible When Confronted with New Technology

Talent & Workforce Development

Advising & Mentoring Accessibility Startups & Disabled Professionals

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Let’s spark your growth.

LOCATION

We are located in the Metro Detroit area, but happy to serve clients nationwide.

WORKING HOURS

9:00AM - 5:00PM ET
Monday to Friday

CONTACT

alan@sparkaccess.io