Mary Kate Ashe

Mary Kate Ashe is an accomplished professional with extensive experience in accessibility operations and inclusion within various organizations. Currently serving as an Accessibility Operations Specialist at SXSW and an Accessibility Coordinator for the Chicago International Film Festival, Mary Kate also holds positions as a House Manager and Accessibility ASR at Chicago Humanities. Additionally, Mary Kate manages the Access Center Team at FAHNTOOSH ENTERPRISES LLC and works as ADA Event Staff for Ten Fifty Entertainment. Previous roles include Early Intervention Service Coordinator at Rush University Medical Center, Inclusion Specialist/Paraeducator at Chicago Jewish Day School, and Inclusion Specialist at Keshet Disabilities & Inclusion, among others. Mary Kate holds a Bachelor's degree in Deaf Studies from Columbia College Chicago and a Master of Science in Inclusive Education: Curriculum & Instruction from Portland State University.