Deborah D.
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Debbie is a smart, organized “doer”. She makes things happen drawing on her organizational skills and dedication to bettering the lives of others. I have know her for almost 30 years and she has never stopped accomplishing and focusing on important issues.
Elizabeth H.
July 2025
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She was a steady direction setter for projects and ensured we kept things moving forward to their proper conclusion, both with accuracy and on time.
Scott T. H.
July 2025
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Deborah Dietz’s lifetime work speaks for itself. She has been a wonderful advocate for people with disabilities. It has been a pleasure to know her for many years.
Dennis S.
July 2025
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About Deborah
Deborah Dietz is a seasoned strategist and consultant with over 20 years of experience designing disability-inclusive systems across employment, education, and community settings. She is the founder of Disability Insights, LLC, where she advises companies, government agencies, and nonprofits on building accessible and equitable environments that support both compliance and innovation. Deborah also co-founded Disability Independence Group (DIG), a national nonprofit known for initiatives like the Wallet Card Project and the Supper Social Club, promoting safety, inclusion, and self-advocacy for individuals with disabilities. With a background in ADA compliance, workforce accommodations, and strategic planning, Deborah brings a pragmatic, solutions-oriented approach to every engagement. Her work bridges legal obligations with operational goals—ensuring policies are not only compliant, but actionable and transformative. She is also a former science educator and a person with a disability herself, which brings authenticity and lived experience to her consulting. Deborah specializes in helping clients optimize their systems to be inclusive from the start—enhancing culture, minimizing risk, and driving meaningful change.
Why do I coach?
I coach because I believe that systems work best when everyone is included from the start. After two decades of working across disability rights, workforce development, and inclusive design, I’ve seen how practical, strategic coaching can unlock opportunities—for individuals, teams, and entire organizations. Whether you're navigating career growth, building accessible programs, or strengthening your organization’s approach to inclusion and compliance, I bring both lived experience and technical expertise to guide you forward. Coaching gives me the chance to help others problem-solve, plan intentionally, and move from ideas to impact.
Deborah’s Management Consulting Qualifications
Experience level: Partner or Managing Director
100+ people coached for Management Consulting
Welcome to my profile! With over two decades of experience in leadership roles, including as President of Disability Insights, LLC, and Executive Director at Disability Independence Group, I bring a wealth of strategic thinking and management expertise to my coaching. My background in business administration and science education, combined with my extensive experience in advocacy and strategic guidance, uniquely positions me to help aspiring consultants navigate the complexities of the management consulting field. Having coached over 100 individuals, I specialize in developing tailored strategies that enhance your strengths and address your unique challenges. Let's work together to unlock your potential and achieve your career goals in management consulting. Reach out to start your journey today!
Deborah can help with:
Behavioral Interview Prep
Skill Building
Networking Strategy
Frameworks
Work Experience
President
Disability Insights, LLC
January 2024 - Present
Disability Insights, we help organizations build inclusive and accessible environments that work—for everyone. We provide training, strategic guidance, and customized tools that support compliance, increase engagement, and strengthen business and community outcomes.
Executive Director
Disability Independence Group,
October 2002 - Present
The mission of Disability Independence Group, Inc. (DIG) is to expand opportunities for participation, education, employment, and acceptance of persons with disabilities through advocacy, litigation, education, and training. Strategic Thinking, Grant Writing and +7 skills
Office Manager
The Law Offices of Matthew W. Dietz, PL
May 2001 - December 2022
Managed a boutique civil rights law firm. Responsible for all invoicing, staff management, negotiating all contracts, paying all invoices, and creating bills for clients. Strategic Thinking, Strategy and +5 skills
Science Teacher
Coral Gables Senior High School
August 1996 - April 1997
Taught IB Physics and Physical Science.
Science Teacher
Stuyvesant High School
January 1993 - June 1996
Taught Chemistry, Physics, and Archeology.
Education
Florida International University
CMBA, Business Administration and Management, General, Business Administration
2015 - 2018
World’s Ahead Student Nominee
Boston University
Bachelor's degree, Science Teacher Education/General Science Teacher Education, Chemistry & Physics
1988 - 1992