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Columbia Lighthouse for the Blind Names Rebecca Liko CEO and Zachary Brewer COO
Columbia Lighthouse for the Blind Names Rebecca Liko CEO and Zachary Brewer COO FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE January 2026, Washington, D.C. — Columbia Lighthouse for the Blind (CLB) is pleased to announce the appointment of Rebecca Liko as Chief Executive Officer and Zachary Brewer as Chief Operating Officer. This leadership team will guide CLB through its […]
Read More…New Where Are We Now Episode: Tech, Access & Independence at CLB
In our newest episode of Where Are We Now?, we explore timely and powerful topics: technology, accessibility, and independence for people who are blind or have low vision. Host Jocelyn Hunter is joined by Peter Nguamsanith, CLB’s Assistive Technology Instructor, and Chrichelle Brown, CLB’s Information and Referral Specialist, for a conversation rooted in real-world experience […]
Read More…New Episode of Where Are We Now Out NOW!
In the latest episode of Where Are We Now?, CLB’s Senior Director of Communications Jocelyn Hunter sits down with Peter, CLB’s Assistive Technology Instructor, and his student Margaret, to explore how technology is opening new doors for independence. From mastering the iPad and Siri to using tools like VoiceOver, Be My Eyes, and RightHear, Margaret […]
Read More…National Disability Employment Awareness Month: Solomon’s Story
As we celebrate National Disability Awareness Month, we share Solomon’s path to employment. CLB: How did you learn about Columbia Lighthouse for the Blind? Solomon: I learned about Columbia Lighthouse for the Blind by my Vocational Counselor at RSA. I have participated in both Job Squad and the Bridge to Work program. CLB: Where are […]
Read More…Jamie Wade
Jamie Wade is a recent graduate of the Foundations of Adjustment to Blindness (FAB) class, the JEMMS. The group named itself after the first initial of each classmate, and the name stands for joyful, eating, musical, and miracles. Jamie began losing her vision due to diabetic retinopathy in 2008 and was slowly losing it until […]
Read More…Shaunell Young – Confidence is Key!
Vision loss can sometimes be a devastating reality to cope with. Along with restoring mobility and learning new ways of doing everyday activities, there are also many emotional factors to consider. Some people adjust well, while others may enter into a state of depression and/or denial. Some people find it easier to simply not “deal” […]
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