Junior Matia Ah-Siu was diagnosed with retinal dystrophy at the age of eight. Junior faced significant challenges due to his vision loss, leading him to drop out of high school.
Junior made the proactive decision to pursue his GED while enrolled at the Orientation & Training Center through the Washington State Department of Services for the Blind. It was at this time that he learned about the Lighthouse.
Starting as a stocking clerk, Junior navigated through various roles before eventually being promoted to Assistant Manager at the AbilityOne Base Supply Center (BSC) Coast Guard Base in Seattle, WA. Junior shares that working at the Lighthouse has been transformative for him both professionally and personally.
A champion of adaptive technology, Junior serves as the Secretary of the BSC Share Team Committee. His approach to adaptive technology is not just about using it for personal efficiency but also about inspiring others to embrace it. He does this by conducting training for others. In recognition of his dedication and accomplishments, Junior was named the Indirect Labor Employee of the Year.
Junior Matia Ah-Siu, Assistant Manager, AbilityOne Base Supply Center – Seattle Coast Guard
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