Ethics Instructor

Jonathon Cook

Jonathon Cook works in Professional Development with the Oklahoma Department of Rehabilitation Services (DRS). He has worked with DRS since 2010, first as a Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor for Services for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing (SDHH) before being promoted to Programs Manager over the SDHH unit. In 2019, he transitioned to the Professional Development team, where he oversees and coordinates agency training and staff development. Jonathon is a Certified Rehabilitation Counselor and is fluent in American Sign Language. He holds a bachelor’s degree in Counseling Services for the Deaf and a master’s degree in Rehabilitation Counseling, both from East Central University.

Conference Keynote

Peter Leidy

Peter Leidy is a consultant, speaker, teacher, and singer/songwriter with a background in support and inclusion for people with disabilities.  He works with families and organizations throughout the US and abroad and frequently speaks at conferences, using humor and music in interactive sessions.  Among his passions are inclusion for ALL people, improving workplace communication, building relationships, re-thinking “challenging behavior”, employee support and retention, writing personalized songs, and practicing and teaching mindfulness and stress-reduction.  Peter is an associate with A Centre for Conscious Care.  Peter lives in Madison, Wisconsin, with his amazing wife, Betsy.  www.peterleidy.com