Journalist
During the past 15 years, Carol has established herself as an advocate for people with disabilities and has written many articles for businesses, professional organizations and local newspapers.
Motivational Speaker and Disability Consultant
As a child, Carol sustained speech and vision disabilities, as a result of an auto accident. Instead of focusing on her injuries, Carol choose to focus on her abilities and strengths. By age 22 she had already proven that she was extremely . . .
Creator of Call Me Capable Board Game
Call Me Capable™ is an educational board game that helps students understand disabilities. It helps them learn to respect and empathize with persons with disabilities. It stimulates players to focus on the capabilities of people living . . .
Enjoy a few of Carol’s writings
Carol Leish: Changing the Conversation About Disabilities
For Carol Leish, advocacy is personal. At just 10 months old, Carol suffered a brain injury when the car she was riding in was struck by a drunk driver. The accident affected her vision, hand-eye coordination and speech, creating challenges that would follow her throughout her life. But Carol refused to let those challenges define
Ventura to Host Third Government & Disability Summit
The County of Ventura will host the third annual California Government & Disability Summit Sept. 1-3, 2026, bringing together disability advocates, government leaders, service providers and community members to explore ways to improve accessibility and inclusion throughout California. After two successful summits, organizers are building on the momentum with this year’s theme, ‘Access That Moves
VCCF Improves Lives Across Ventura County
“You must be the change you wish to see in the world.”—Mahatma Gandhi Ventura County Community Foundation (VCCF), connects people, resources andsolutions to create a lasting impact in our world. It envisions an engaged and thrivingcommunity that is inspired by the growing generosity of the people living here. Throughtrust, empathy, and respect, change for the
Disability Advocacy Methods: Carol Leish and Call Me Capable
I’m honored to share this interview about my journey as a disability advocate and the mission behind Call Me Capable. For many years, I’ve been passionate about helping people see beyond disabilities and recognize the unique strengths, talents, and potential within every individual. Through speaking, journalism, advocacy, and education, I’ve worked to challenge stereotypes and
Continuing to Hustle with Chutzpah
Dreams do come true with a combination of persistence, chutzpah, luck and networking all rolled together as one. This wonderful journey of networking stated when I joined the Ventura County Professional Women’s Network (VCPWN), in 1997. Someone I met at VCPWN suggested that I contact Milt Wright & Associated, Inc., in Chatsworth, CA. They did
Ladies Luncheon Celebrates their 17th Anniversary on June 4th 2026
“Find something that you’re passionate about and keep tremendously interested in it.”—Julia Child How does the passion and interest of one person create a place to share love of each other, along with love of community each month for 17 years? The Ladies Luncheon Ventura was started in June, 2009 by Laurie Ann Meyer., Broker