Speakers

David Macarthur is a seasoned digital accessibility consultant and founder of Accessibility Now, based in Forres, Scotland. With a career spanning nearly two decades in the IT sector, David’s experience covers a broad range of high-pressure environments, from global managed services to major incident and project management in both public and private sectors. His expertise lies in guiding organisations to embed accessibility from project inception through to completion, ensuring compliance with the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines and best practices for inclusive design. David is well-known for delivering presentations and practical workshops for diverse audiences, from corporate executives to government leaders. As a neurodiverse professional and former inclusion board member, he is committed to continuous improvement and the promotion of accessibility as a core business value. Through detailed audits, strategic guidance, and accessible education, David empowers businesses to create digital experiences that work for all, ensuring that the digital world is not just compliant, but truly inclusive. His mission remains to make digital spaces open to everyone, reflecting both legal requirements and the moral imperative for equality.