Westminster Technologies, Inc - Heather Koren (Assistive Technology)

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Heather Rushmore Koren began her career as a speech-language pathology assistant for individuals with severe and profound disabilities. In 1997, she began working in assistive technology after receiving her master’s in Rehabilitation Science and Technology from the University of Pittsburgh. Heather worked for United Cerebral Palsy as an AT Specialist where she developed communication and vocational training programs. Working in the Center for Technology and Disability Studies at the University of Washington allowed her to assist in the outpatient computer access evaluation lab and provide training to rehabilitation therapists and school professionals. A move to North Carolina provided the opportunity to teach both undergraduate and graduate level assistive technology classes in the Special Education Department at East Carolina University. In addition to teaching classes, Heather directed the assistive technology lab and developed an online graduate certificate program. As the Director of Curriculum, Assistive Technologies with SmartEd Services she was privileged to be part of the 2010 revolutionary TAPit launch in the United States and Europe. Heather joined Westminster Technologies, Inc. as the Director of Assistive Technology Applications and Evaluations in January 2017. Read more

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Lorie Singer

Google LinkedIn Verified 7 years, 2 months ago

I have known Heather for more than 20 years and I cannot recommend her enough. She's an intelligent and compassionate professional that puts those she serves first. Her dedication to ensuring those who need assistive technology get what they need is admirable. She is an expert at explaining project scope and working with team members to ensure project success.

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Mark DeHaven

Shared on linkedin.com 11 years, 3 months ago

Heather has talents and skills in many areas. Her specialism with students with impairments makes a differnence for many young kids who would not have that opportunity. She is fun, dedicated, oriented resulted and her professional demeanor makes her abilities transfer to the many she touches and the lives she changes. She is an asset to any person she works with and her brace and warmth.
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Melissa Lipnick

Shared on linkedin.com 11 years, 8 months ago

I was fortunate to work with Heather on a variety of projects while at SmartEd Services. She is smart, extremely knowledgeable in her field, and brings a great energy to the team. I was always impressed with her ability to exceed expectations in every challenge, whether delivering presentations or developing resource manuals. She is dedicated, detail-oriented, and a pleasure to work with.
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Pamela Fioritto

Shared on linkedin.com 12 years, 7 months ago

Heather has a wealth of knowledge on assistive technology and the impact it makes on the lives of children and adults with disabilities. Organized and deadline oriented, she is a pleasure to work with.
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