Please check back soon for the listing of exhibitors for the upcoming state convention.

AccessLink

1 Penn Plaza East
Newark, New Jersey 07105
Phone: 973-491-4424
Email: adaservices@njtransit.com
Website: https://www.njtransit.com/accessibility/access-link-ada-paratransit
NJ TRANSIT’s Access Link paratransit service is an important lifeline for customers with disabilities who travel to work, medical appointments, recreational and entertainment destinations, shopping, and more. Access Link provides public transportation for people with disabilities who are unable to use our existing local bus service.

Association of Blind Athletes of New Jersey

Sharon Gunderman, President
PO Box 294
Belmar, New Jersey 07719
Phone: 848-459-5983
Email: abanjsecretary@gmail.com
Website: https://njblindsports.org
The Association of Blind Athletes of New Jersey (ABANJ) is A nonprofit organization dedicated to empowering blind and low vision individuals through inclusive sports, fitness programs, and recreational opportunities. ABANJ offers clinics, training, and access to competitive athletic programs such as goalball, beep baseball, and track and field, helping participants improve physical health, build confidence and independence, develop teamwork skills, and connect with a supportive community of athletes across New Jersey.

Cohen Technology, Inc

Chuck Cohen, President
2 N. William Street
Pearl River, New York 10965
Phone: 845-735-7907
Email: chuck@magnifyit.com
Website: http://www.ctechlowvision.com
Distributor of Products for the Blind & low vision for over 40 years. Hand-held electronic magnifiers, desktop magnifiers, head mount units.

David I. Mizrah Law, P.C.

David Mizrah, Principal Attorney
12 Christopher Way, Suite 38
Eatontown, New Jersey 07724
Phone: 212-804-8841
Email: david@mizrahilawpc.com
Website: https://www.mizrahilawpc.com
David I. Mizrah Law, P.C. is A legal practice dedicated to advocating for the rights of individuals with disabilities, with a strong focus on accessibility, discrimination, and equal access under state and federal law. The firm provides knowledgeable representation, guidance, and legal support to help clients navigate complex legal systems, secure fair treatment, and ensure full inclusion in education, employment, public services, and community life.

Eye2Eye Peer Support Program for Vision Loss

Alicia Lukachko, Director
675 Hoes Lane West, 8th Floor
Piscataway, New Jersey 08854
Phone: 833-932-3931
Email: eye2eye@shp.rutgers.edu
Website: https://eye2eye.rutgers.edu
Eye2Eye is a free, phone-based, peer support program, designed to help adults from across the country who are blind or low vision and their families adjust to the challenges of vision loss. We focus on the shared experience of vision loss as a powerful tool for connection, emotional support, and personal growth.

Eyes Like Mine Incorporated

Krystle Allen, President
PO Box 10125
Newark, New Jersey 07101
Phone: 862-600-2144
Email: krystle@eyeslikemine.org
Website: https://eyeslikemine.org
We will be giving information about our programs and events/table giveaways, and a chance to meet and greet our 2025 pageant title holders, and 2025 Dancing with the Blind champion. We will also be donating a door prize.

MIVI Lab

Arathy Kartha, Assistant Professor
33 W 42 St
New York, New York 10036
Phone: 424-398-1727
Email: akartha@sunyopt.edu
Website: https://www.mivilab.com
We are a research group at the SUNY College of Optometry looking at how the existing assistive technology for people with visual impairment can be improved by providing feedback using vision, sound and touch. We invite you to take a look at the cutting edge technology that could be the future of vision rehabilitation.

MTA New York City Transit

Demetrius Crichlow, Interim President
2 Broadway
New York, New York 10004-2207
Phone: 877-690-5116
Email: demetrius.crichlow@mta.info
Website: https://www.mta.info
MTA New York City Transit is The public transportation agency serving New York City, providing subway, bus, and paratransit services designed to increase mobility and independence for millions of riders, including those with disabilities. MTA New York City Transit works to improve accessibility, customer support, and travel options through ongoing enhancements to stations, vehicles, and paratransit services such as Access-A-Ride.

NaviLens

Martín García-Ripoll, Client Relations & Projects
Calle Central, 10, 4th Floor Building Azor
30100 Murcia, Spain
Phone: +34-968-277-415
Email: info@navilens.com
Website: https://navilens.com
NaviLens is an indoor navigation system that uses high-contrast, color-coded tags readable from a distance to deliver instant audio guidance through a smartphone app. It enables blind and low vision individuals to independently access information and navigate public spaces with confidence and ease.

New Jersey Commission for the Blind and Visually Impaired

Krystle Allen, Community Outreach Specialist
153 Halsey St., 6th Floor
Newark, New Jersey 07102
Phone: 973-648-4497
Email: krystle.allen@dhs.nj.gov
Website: https://www.nj.gov/humanservices/cbvi/home/index.html
This agency’s mission is to promote and provide services in the areas of education, employment, independent living and eye health through informed choice and partnership with persons who are blind or low vision, their families and the community.

New Jersey State Library Talking Book and Braille Center

Stephen Felle, Outreach Librarian
2300 Stuyvesant Avenue
Trenton, New Jersey 08618
Phone: 800-792-8322
Email: tbbc@njstatelib.org
Website: https://www.njstatelib.org/tbbc
The New Jersey State Library Talking Book and Braille Center loans books and magazines, in audio and braille, at no-cost to New Jersey residents of all ages who are blind or have a print disability. TBBC provides these services as a network library of the National Library Service for the Blind and Print Disabled (NLS). Audio and braille books can be mailed to patrons, or downloaded onto a smartphone or tablet with our mobile app. TBBC also has large print books available for our children and teen patrons to borrow. Also available are braille calendars and currency reader devices.

Purple

John Ciocca, Co-Founder
5540 Centerview Drive, Suite 204
Raleigh, North Carolina 27606
Email: john@withpurple.com
Website: https://withpurple.com
Purple is a financial technology platform built for people with disabilities and those receiving SSI or SSDI benefits. In partnership with OMB Bank, Member FDIC, it offers secure tools to manage deposits, track spending, and store receipts without risking benefit eligibility. Features include early access to benefits, ABLE account integration, EBT card linking, and compliance-ready recordkeeping. Purple earns revenue through debit card interchange fees, keeping its services accessible.

Seeing Eye Institute

Brian McKenna, Senior Manager of Instructor Training
P.O. Box 375
Morristown, New Jersey 07963
Phone: 973-539-4425
Email: bmckenna@seeingeye.org
Website: https://www.seeingeye.org
The Seeing Eye located in Morristown NJ is the oldest dog guide school in the world. If you are interested in partnering with a dog guide come and see what we have to offer.

Selvas BLV

Antonio Guimaraes, Sales Accounts Manager
2113 Wells Branch Pkwy, Suite 6100
Austin, Texas 78728
Phone: 512-944-2847
Email: antonio@selvasblv.com
Website: https://selvasblv.com
Manufacturers and distributors of premium braille products for the blind such as the BrailleSense line.

Vanda Pharmaceuticals

Maggie Felton, Clinical Nurse Educator
2200 Pennsylvania Ave NW
Washington, District of Columbia 20037
Phone: 202-579-8035
Email: maggie.felton@vandapharma.com
Website: https://www.vandapharma.com
Non-24-Hour Sleep-Wake Disorder has High Prevalence and Low Awareness in the Blindness Community. Up to 70% of people who are totally blind have Non-24 and may not even know it. People living with Non-24 may experience trouble falling asleep and staying asleep, have a strong urge to sleep during the day, and have sleep patterns that are different from most people.

Vision Loss Alliance

Trish Ebel, Outreach Specialist
155 Morris Avenue, Suite 2
Denville, New Jersey 07834
Phone: 973-627-0055
Email: tebel@vlanj.org
Website: https://www.vlanj.org
At Vision Loss Alliance of New Jersey. We empower people with vision loss or blindness by providing support, education, and training in assistive technology and independent living skills.

VisualEyes Access

Shawn Welker, Owner & Consultant
154 Chestnut Street
Battle Creek, Michigan 49017
Phone: 517-630-1420
Email: Shawn@VisualEyesAccess.com
Website: https://VisualEyesAccess.com
VisualEyes Access is an accessibility-focused solution that enhances independence for individuals with visual impairments by making technology and information easier to navigate. Through assistive tools and adaptive technology, it removes barriers to access and supports full participation in education, employment, and community life.