We’re excited to share that Austin Lighthouse for the Blind Training Supervisor Mike Phillips is featured on National Industries for the Blind’s Heard & Empowered podcast.
In the episode, Mike reflects on his journey after experiencing sudden vision loss and the path that led him to a meaningful career helping others. He discusses the challenges of adjusting to vision loss, the importance of perseverance, and how meaningful employment can restore confidence, purpose, and independence.
As our Training Supervisor and the 2026 Milton J. Samuelson Career Achievement Award recipient, Mike works every day to support people who are blind or visually impaired as they develop new skills and build successful careers. His story is a powerful reminder that vision loss does not define a person’s future.
We invite you to listen to Mike’s inspiring conversation on the Heard & Empowered podcast and learn more about the impact meaningful employment can have on individuals, families, and communities.
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