134 Millennium - A Marquis Who’s Who Magazine SCIENCE, TECHNOLOGY AND ENGINEERING for fun. She entered college as a math major at SUNY Brockport but soon found her calling in computer science, earning a BS in 1995. Ms. Oare subsequently built a rich and varied career in technology, holding leadership roles across engineering, product development and strategy. From an IT manager at Screenvision to the director of solutions at Brand Networks, and from a product manager at ITX Corp to her current role as a program manager in advanced optics engineering at Corning, she has remained a steadfast champion for usability, accessibility and inclusive innovation. In recognition of her work, Ms. Oare was named a finalist for the Emerging Technology Women’s Award. Outside of her career, she is a dedicated community volunteer and a certified yoga and reiki practitioner who brings calm clarity to complex challenges. She often credits her resilience and values to the support of her parents. Roberta J. Oare is a trailblazer in product leadership and a passionate advocate for accessibility, with over 30 years of experience turning bold ideas into inclusive, human-centered solutions. In 2024, she founded Beyond Limits Platform LLC, a groundbreaking educational company dedicated to teaching elementary-aged students the value of inclusive design through interactive curriculum, hands-on workshops and digital adventures. Ms. Oare’s mission is to help every child feel seen, heard and empowered in digital spaces. Her work brings accessibility principles to life in ways kids can grasp and enjoy, whether they are navigating a web-based game or learning how thoughtful design can open doors for everyone. A certified professional in accessibility core competencies (CPACC), Ms. Oare blends deep technical expertise with creative storytelling and systems thinking. She is driven by a commitment to close the digital divide and build a more inclusive future, one learner at a time. Her technology journey began during her childhood, when she taught herself to code ROBERTA J. OARE OWNER Beyond the Limits LLC Rochester, NY
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