Brittany Palmer

Brittany Palmer’s Biography

Brittany Palmer is a serial entrepreneur, investor and philanthropist. She focuses on shaping the future of human assistive technology and innovation, ensuring it delivers long-term commercial value and meaningful societal impact. Brittany is Co-Founder of Ability Lane, a community platform connecting founders with investors, people with disabilities and neurodivergence, caregivers and older adults to accelerate the discovery, development and adoption of accessible technologies. She is also Co-Founder and Managing Partner of Adaptation Ventures, investing in scalable technology companies with a shared mission to maximise independence and quality of life for millions of people worldwide.

An environmental attorney by training, Brittany earned her Juris Doctor at Pace University, the No. 1 environmental law programme in the USA. Early in her career, she became Principal and In-House Counsel at an international consulting firm, advising organisations across more than 100 jurisdictions on environmental, health and safety regulations and internal governance matters.

Brittany then founded... Brittany Palmer is a serial entrepreneur, investor and philanthropist. She focuses on shaping the future of human assistive technology and innovation, ensuring it delivers long-term commercial value and meaningful societal impact. Brittany is Co-Founder of Ability Lane, a community platform connecting founders with investors, people with disabilities and neurodivergence, caregivers and older adults to accelerate the discovery, development and adoption of accessible technologies. She is also Co-Founder and Managing Partner of Adaptation Ventures, investing in scalable technology companies with a shared mission to maximise independence and quality of life for millions of people worldwide.

An environmental attorney by training, Brittany earned her Juris Doctor at Pace University, the No. 1 environmental law programme in the USA. Early in her career, she became Principal and In-House Counsel at an international consulting firm, advising organisations across more than 100 jurisdictions on environmental, health and safety regulations and internal governance matters.

Brittany then founded and led Beeyonder, a live, interactive virtual travel platform making experiences in more than 50 countries accessible to people unable to travel in person, including individuals with disabilities, schools and corporate teams. Under her leadership, the company received the first AccessABILITY Award at CES and a Big Innovation Award from the Business Intelligence Group.

Born with a bilateral below-elbow limb difference, Brittany's lived experience has led to her lifelong commitment to advancing accessibility and inclusion. She serves on the Innovation Steering Committee of the American Association of People with Disabilities (AAPD). At the 2026 Conference of States Parties to the Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities (COSP19) at the United Nations, she spoke as a globally recognised DisabilityTech leader. READ MORE VIEW LESS

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Brittany Palmer’s Background

Ability Lane

Co-Founder & Chief Executive Officer

2026 - Present

New York, NY, USA

Ability Lane is a pioneering community platform connecting founders to investors and people with disabilities and neurodivergence, caregivers and older adults in order to accelerate the discovery, development and adoption of accessible technologies.

Adaptation Ventures

Managing Partner

Jan 2025 - Present

New York, NY, USA

Adaptation Ventures is an early-stage venture capital firm that invests in next-generation companies building disability, neurodivergence, and health technology to maximise human independence and potential.

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Advisory Roles

American Association of People with Disabilities: Innovation Steering Committee

Advisor

2026 - Present

The American Association of People with Disabilities (AAPD) Innovation Steering Committee brings disability leaders and innovation specialists together to guide how emerging technologies can better reflect disabled people’s experiences, priorities and access needs.

Perkins School for the Blind’s Innovation Center

Advisor

2023 - 2026

The Perkins Innovation Center connects people with disabilities directly with entrepreneurs, investors and technologists to turn lived accessibility challenges into practical DisabilityTech products and services designed for real-world use.

Media

Ability Magazine: Brittany Palmer — A Venture in Life and Venture Capital

Interview

Aug 2026

Brittany traces the path from personal experience to venture capital, revealing how disability-led insight is reshaping investment in accessible products and businesses.

BriefGlance: Ability Lane Launches to Unlock the Trillion-Dollar Disability Tech Market

Article

May 2026

Ability Lane enters the disability-tech market with a platform designed to connect innovators with consumers and capital while expanding the commercial reach of accessible technology.

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Awards & Recognition

USA Today | AccessABILITY Awards

Winner | Beeyonder

2023

USA TODAY's Reviewed AccessABILITY Awards recognise innovative products and technologies that improve accessibility and independence for people with disabilities and older adults. Presented annually in conjunction with CES, the awards celebrate solutions that demonstrate excellence in inclusive design and meaningful real-world impact.

Priority Pass | Travel Hero Award

Awarded

The Priority Pass Travel Hero Award recognises individuals who have made an exceptional contribution to the travel industry by enhancing the travel experience through innovation, leadership, or customer service. The award celebrates those whose efforts have positively influenced travelers and helped shape the future of global travel.

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Speaking Engagements

United Nations | Department of Economic & Social Affairs Social Inclusion

Speaker | UN19th Session | Conference of States Parties to the Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities (COSP)

The 19th Session of the Conference of States Parties to the Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities (COSP19), convened by the United Nations Department of Economic and Social Affairs (UN DESA), brings together governments, disability advocates, civil society organisations, and international experts to advance the implementation of the UN Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities. The conference provides a global platform to discuss inclusive policies, share best practices, and promote equal rights, accessibility, and full participation for persons with disabilities worldwide.

SXSW

Moderator for Accessible Tech Pitch Competition

Mar 2026

SXSW (South by Southwest) is an annual conference and festival that brings together leaders in technology, business, entertainment, innovation, music, film, and culture to explore emerging trends and ideas shaping the future. Through keynote presentations, panel discussions, networking events, exhibitions, and startup competitions, SXSW provides a global platform for entrepreneurs, investors, creators, and industry experts to connect, collaborate, and showcase new innovations.