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Connecting Hands

Workforce Development Consulting, Accessibility, and Program Evaluation

About Connecting Hands

Connecting Hands partners with organizations to strengthen workforce development, career education, and employment placement services. Through evidence-based consulting and program evaluation, we help create accessible, sustainable programs that improve service quality and expand opportunity.

Mission Statement

Connecting Hands strives to strengthen the workforce economy by advancing accessibility, inclusion, and professional development across educational and employment settings. Through collaborative consulting and program evaluation, we support organizations in aligning workforce skills and competencies with strategic goals, promoting equitable employment practices, and creating meaningful opportunities for individuals to contribute and succeed.

Sherry Gaynor, Ph.D.

Founder | Connecting Hands, LLC
Dr. Sherry Gaynor is an educator, researcher, and workforce development consultant with more than 25 years of experience in career and technical education, curriculum development, and professional training. She holds a Ph.D. in Curriculum and Instruction, specializing in Career and Workforce Education, and a Graduate Certificate in Evaluation from the University of South Florida.Her professional expertise encompasses workforce development, accessibility, instructional design, program evaluation, and organizational improvement. Her research explores the intersection of artificial intelligence, equitable employment practices, and accessibility for individuals who are Deaf or hard of hearing, with particular attention to the hospitality and tourism industry.As the founder of Connecting Hands, Dr. Gaynor applies collaborative, evidence-based approaches to help organizations strengthen workforce competencies, improve program effectiveness, and advance inclusive employment practices. Her work is guided by a commitment to meaningful opportunities that benefit both employers and employees.

Appointments

Personalized service tailored to your unique needs.Free Inquiry Call: 15 minutes | Free
Program Evaluation: Customized Proposal
Professional Consulting: Customized Proposal

Connecting Hands, LLC

Build accessible career education and effective workforce programs.