John Dubay

Inland Northwest Lighthouse Advisory Council Member since 2019

John’s initial involvement with the Inland Northwest Lighthouse for the Blind began years ago following an introduction by a mutual friend to Greg Szabo. John is the owner of a business, 100% of whose employees are blind or visually impaired, so the introduction and mutual interests in the employment of people who are blind was a natural fit. After much interaction and engagement with the INL, Greg and Cindy Watson recommended he consider serving as a member of the Advisory Council. He has enjoyed serving and his interactions with everyone ever since. In addition to his position on the Advisory Council, John also serves as the Employer Liaison on the Employment Committee for the National Federation of the Blind and as the Secretary for the Washington State Chapter of Disability: Inclusion Network (IN). When not involved in his business and volunteer work, John enjoys outdoor activities – hiking, biking, etc., and spending time with his five grandchildren.

Photo of John, a light skinned man wearing glasses smiling in an office
  • Portrait of President and CEO Cindy Watson, a light skinned, blonde haired woman holding a white cane.

    Letter from President and CEO Cindy Watson

    June 15th, 2021

    Despite all the difficulties and negative impacts caused by COVID-19, The Lighthouse for the Blind, Inc. persevered and remained robust, focused, and ever more dedicated to its mission.

  • Mae Mullen standing in the garden with a mask on

    Mae Mullen Becomes First Female DeafBlind CNC Operator

    November 20th, 2020

    When we feature the success stories of the Lighthouse, or highlight a program that needs community support, we interview employees and community members, and collaboratively write their story with them. On occasion, we get [...]

  • Two images. One of a black woman getting into a car, holding a white cane. Another of two people standing together, next to a car.

    How the LyftUp Program is Filling Public Transportation Gap

    August 12th, 2020

    In uncertain times, vulnerable communities can become even more isolated. For people who are blind, DeafBlind, or blind with other disabilities, navigating a world plagued with coronavirus can be challenging, costly, and dangerous. As [...]