Join Dr. Temple Grandin at the Victor Wear Empowerment & Employment Expo

Schedule

Sat Oct 18 2025 at 10:00 am to 05:00 pm

UTC-04:00

Location

Hyatt Regency Crystal City at Reagan National Airport | Arlington, VA

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About this Event

Empower. Employ. Inspire.

Join us for the first-ever Victor Wear Expo — a groundbreaking, purpose-driven event focused on empowering and employing people with disabilities.


šŸ’„ What to Expect:
  • šŸ”‘ Keynote speaker: Dr. Temple Grandin, autism advocate and legend
  • šŸ’¼ 50+ inclusive employers looking to connect with neurodiverse talent
  • šŸ›ļø Neurodiverse-owned businesses & vendors
  • šŸŽ¤ Workshops on entrepreneurship, empowerment, and employment
  • 🧠 Resources for families, students, and job seekers
  • šŸŽØ Interactive zones, sensory-friendly spaces, and live performances

Whether you're a job seeker, advocate, employer, student, or community supporter — this event is for YOU.


šŸ’„ Confirmed employers/exhibitors include:
  • Virginia Department of Aging and Rehabilitative Services (DARS)
  • ARC of Northern Virginia
  • 2-Gether International
  • Hyatt Regency Crystal City at Reagan National Airport
  • Park Hyatt Washington
  • Hyatt Regency Reston
  • Fairfax County Government
  • Hire Autism
  • Melwood
  • Special Olympics DC
  • 6 Wheels Consulting
  • Enabled Intelligence
  • Victor Wear
  • And many more are being added!

Interested in becoming an exhibitor? Reach out to Tiffany Hamilton at [email protected].

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Where is it happening?

Hyatt Regency Crystal City at Reagan National Airport, 2799 Richmond Highway, Arlington, United States

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