Tech Wave 2026 Virtual Conference August 18th

 

 

 

 

The South Carolina Assistive Technology Program (SCATP) housed within the University of South Carolina Floyd School of Medicine's Center for Disability Resources is partnering with the South Carolina Human Services Providers Association (SCHSPA) in hosting SCHSPA's first-ever virtual Technology Conference on August 18, and we hope you will consider joining us.  This event will highlight innovative tools, services, and expertise supporting individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) utilizing technology.

 

Attached you will find a registration flyer for the Tech Wave 2026 Virtual Conference along with the schedule of events.  You can also go to the bottom of the home page of the www.SCHSPA.com website for registration. 

 

2 Keynote speakers are:

Dr. Shea Tanis, Shea is an Associate Research Professor at the Kansas University Center on Excellence in Developmental Disabilities where she serves as the Principal Investigator of the State of the States in Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities Longitudinal Data Project of National Significance. The project investigates determinants of public spending for Intellectual and Developmental Disability Services across the United States. She is nationally recognized for her expertise in Technology First, cognitive accessibility, and advancing the rights of people with cognitive disabilities to technology and information access. She has published articles and investigated the definition of intellectual disability, the measurement of adaptive behavior and support need, and the construct of self-determination.

 

Nathan Gerhard is a human services leader with more than 25 years of experience supporting people with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Since 2018, he has focused on Technology First initiatives and the integration of enabling technology into traditional service models. Nathan currently serves as Managing Director of Intellectual Disabilities and Autism Services at Access Services, Inc. in Pennsylvania, where he helps lead the organization’s efforts to advance Technology First practices.  A nationally recognized speaker on enabling technology, Nathan is passionate about helping providers navigate their Technology First journeys. His work is grounded in a commitment to ensuring people receive high-quality services and supports that use technology to help them achieve their goals and live with the greatest possible independence.

 

There is also an incredible line-up of other experts in using technology to support individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD).

 Please consider joining us for this incredible free - daylong virtual event.