Independence and Purpose
Traveling for work is more than just boarding a plane — it’s breaking barriers, expanding opportunities, and redefining what professional independence looks like. In this empowering session, Brianna Paauwe, Executive Director of the Wheel With Me Foundation and full-time traveller for AMF Bruns of America, shares real-world tips and tools for navigating work travel with a disability. From packing essentials and flying with confidence to advocating for access and balancing rest, Brianna teaches how to thrive on the road while representing the disability community in professional spaces. Learn how to travel smarter, safer, and stronger — both on the job and in life.
Workshop Objectives:
• Learn practical travel strategies for both short and long work trips.
• Understand how to advocate effectively in unfamiliar environments (hotels, airports, conferences).
• Gain confidence in navigating professional roles that require travel.
• Discover tools and systems that make traveling independently safer and easier.
• Feel inspired to pursue opportunities that push personal and societal boundaries.
