Speaking & Media

I regularly speak at industry conferences, on podcasts, and provide media interviews about accessibility, inclusive design, and the future of gaming and technology. My presentations combine strategic product leadership with real-world implementation, helping organizations understand how accessibility drives innovation for everyone.

Kaitlyn sitting at a broadcast desk with the Xbox logo on it speaking with the primary "reporter" on the other side of the desk
Kaitlyn sitting on a stage with a long black dress on holding a microphone and smiling while speaking into it
Kaitlyn at a gaming demo station at a conference. The vice chancellor of germany is standing next to her as they both use an adaptive controller. There is a crowd of media with cameras behind them.
Kaitlyn sitting at a desk on a stage alongside 5 other people. They are smiling as they talk about adaptive controllers to the crowd.

  • Gaming for All: The Next Era of Gaming Accessibility

Panelist • Consumer Electronics Show (CES) • January 2026 • Watch Link

Joined industry leaders to discuss the future of accessible gaming, emerging technologies, and opportunities for more inclusive player experiences.

  • Special Olympics Gaming for Inclusion Showcase

Presenter • Xbox • October 2025 • Watch Link

Presented Xbox accessibility innovations and adaptive gaming technologies supporting inclusive play.

  • Breaking Down Accessibility Barriers: How the Industry is Redefining How We Play

Panelist • GamesBeat • May 2025 • Watch Link

  • Developing the Latest Xbox Hardware Accessibility Offerings

Speaker • GAconf USA • October 2024 • Watch Link

Presentation covering the design, development, and customer research behind the Xbox Adaptive Joystick and Xbox Adaptive Thumbstick Toppers.

  • Foundations of Digital Games Conference

Keynote Speaker • Lisbon, Portugal • 2023 • Watch Link

Delivered the conference keynote on accessibility, inclusive design, and the future of game development.

  • Creating the Gaming Accessibility Fundamentals Training Course: A Behind-the-Scenes Look

Speaker • GAconf USA • 2022 • Watch Link

Shared the process behind designing Microsoft's industry-recognized Gaming Accessibility Fundamentals learning program.

Featured Speaking Engagements

Podcasts

  • The Xbox Adaptive Joystick

Guest • Hanselminutes • October 2024

Discussion on the design, development, and future of adaptive gaming hardware.

  • DNA of Games Podcast

Guest • August 2022

Conversation about accessibility, inclusive design, and building products for diverse players.

  • Disability Pride Month

Guest • Xbox Podcast • July 2022

Discussion on disability representation and accessibility across Xbox.

  • Beyond These Clinic Walls

Guest • August 2022

Transitioning from occupational therapy to Xbox product management and accessibility.

  • Know Stroke Podcast

Guest • November 2021

Occupational therapy, gaming accessibility, and emerging technology.

Media Coverage

Broadcast

  • BBC News

How Xbox Is Making Gaming Accessible for All • June 2025 • Watch Link

Featured discussing Xbox accessibility innovation and adaptive gaming technology.

  • Gamescom Announcement Interview

Xbox Adaptive Joystick • August 2024 • Watch Link

Interview discussing the announcement and development of the Xbox Adaptive Joystick.

Print & Digital Media

  • The Verge — Microsoft's New Xbox Adaptive Joystick Puts Accessibility at the Center

  • IGN — Microsoft Expands on Xbox Adaptive Controller With New Joystick Peripheral

  • GamesRadar — The Making of the Accessible Xbox Adaptive Joystick and Thumbstick Toppers

  • GamesRadar — Halo Infinite Options and New Xbox Store Features Lead Latest Xbox Accessibility Push

  • CNET — Getting Older Messed With My Gaming. So I Changed How I Play

  • Eurogamer — Xbox Adds New Gamerpic, Profile Themes and Avatar Items for Disability Pride Month

  • ABC News — Video Games Allow Man Born with Maffucci Syndrome to Connect to Wider World

  • Ensuring Inclusivity in Games
    Panelist • Games & Education Industry Collider • 2024

  • AT & Gaming: University Presentation
    Speaker • Iona University • 2022

  • Xbox Accessibility Showcase
    Featured Guest • Xbox • 2021

  • The Future of Gaming Accessibility
    Panelist • Microsoft Ability Summit • 2021

  • Updates from Xbox: The Xbox Accessibility Guidelines & Microsoft Game Accessibility Testing Service
    Speaker • GAconf Europe • 2021

  • Refreshed: The Xbox Accessibility Guidelines
    Speaker • Game Stack Live • 2021

  • Occupational Therapy and Game Accessibility: OT's Role in Commercial Game Development
    Speaker • Rehab Tech Summit • 2021

  • Occupational Therapy's Role in Technology and Industry: Bridging the Gap
    Speaker • AOTA Inspire Annual Conference • 2020

  • Presentation for Amazon's Disability & Veterans Employee Resource Group (ERG)
    Speaker • Amazon • 2019

  • Big Business Partnerships and OT: Leveraging Your Expertise
    Speaker • AOTA Webinar • 2019

  • Utilizing Vision 2025 to Inform Inclusive Design of the Xbox Adaptive Controller
    Speaker • AOTA Inspire Annual Conference • 2019

  • Using Switches for Access with Therapeutic Apps
    Speaker • AOTA Inspire Annual Conference • 2019

  • Reengage: Accessible Solutions and Practical Applications of Gaming in Occupational Therapy
    Speaker • Game Accessibility Conference (GAconf) • 2019

  • Adapted Video-Game Controller Use Following Upper-Extremity Injury and Amputation: From Fun to Functional
    Poster Presentation • AOTA Inspire Annual Conference • 2019

  • Occupational Therapy Arcade(Interactive Lab)
    Speaker • AOTA Inspire Annual Conference • 2018

  • Re-engage: Accessible Solutions and Practical Applications of Technology in Treatment
    Speaker • New York State Occupational Therapy Association (NYSOTA) Annual Conference • 2017

Additional Speaking Engagements