Ryan Hudson-Peralta | Founder, 'Look Mom, No Hands'

Pushing Forward with Alycia | A Disability Podcast

Welcome, Ryan Hudson-Peralta, founder of Look Mom, No Hands

Welcome back to "Pushing Forward with Alycia | A Disability Podcast," where we spotlight stories of resilience and triumph. In today’s episode, we welcome Ryan Hudson-Peralta, an accomplished designer, speaker, and advocate who has turned perceived limitations into avenues for innovation. Born without hands and with shortened arms and legs (congenital limb deficiency), Ryan has taken the words "motivation" and "unstoppable" to the next level!

Key Takeaways:

🎨 Harnessing Creativity: Ryan turned early life challenges into a powerful force for creative solutions, modifying everyday items to enhance his independence and later, the usability of digital platforms.

🗣 Power of Advocacy: With his son, Ryan founded Equal Accessibility, focusing on improving physical and digital spaces not only for those with disabilities but for everyone, advocating for truly inclusive environments.

🌐 Tech Innovator: Despite his physical differences, Ryan has excelled in the tech industry, designing apps and websites that prioritize accessibility and usability for all users.

🚀 Inspiring Future Generations: Through mentoring and sharing "cheat codes" with youth born with similar conditions, Ryan provides early solutions and support, fostering a more manageable path forward for the next generation.

🌟 Living Without Limits: Ryan emphasizes that the only limits in life are the ones we set for ourselves, a philosophy he lives by every day as he challenges societal norms and accessibility barriers.

Quote:

"Don’t be your own speed bump. The only thing that can stop you or slow you down is yourself." - Ryan Hudson-Peralta

On the horizon:

An upcoming product from Ryan, called "Door Nub," is designed to help people with disabilities close doors more easily. He is excited about its potential to improve independence and accessibility in everyday scenarios.

Ryan's story is not just about adapting to the world but reshaping it to welcome everyone without barriers. Join us in celebrating his achievements and learning from his relentless pursuit of equality and access.

Connect with Ryan: Instagram | Website | LinkedIn | YouTube

Learn about Congenital Limb Deficiency:

For more information on Ryan's condition and how it impacts individuals from birth, visit this resource on congenital limb deficiency.

Connect with Alycia:

Feedback | Instagram | LinkedIn | Book Alycia for Speaking | Book Alycia to Train Your Employees in Disabling Ableism | Alycia’s DEI Micro Learning Video Series

Stay tuned for more inspiring conversations on Pushing Forward with Alycia. Open hearts, clear paths. Let's go.