Elizabeth Bonker

Collaborator
DISC Type : is

Board Member at Autism Society of Florida

Maitland, Florida, United States

Overview

Elizabeth Bonker is the Executive Director of Communication 4 ALL, a nonprofit dedicated to ensuring nonspeakers with autism have access to communication and education. A Rollins College graduate, she uses her personal experience and advocacy to drive the organizations mission, including the launch of the free, internet-based C4A Academy.

As a nonspeaker with autism who communicates by typing, Elizabeth is a passionate advocate for disability rights. She is a published author of the book "I Am in Here, " a collection of her poetry and stories, and serves on the board of the Autism Society of Florida.

Her 2022 valedictorian commencement address at Rollins College went viral, receiving 4 billion media impressions and propelling her mission for communication equality onto a global stage.

Personality Overview

Appreciative

Example Driven

Consensus Builder

Win-win scenarios can appeal strongly to them.  Unlike D or C types, they are calm as well as friendly and can give the impression of being more receptive than they actually are. They are more likely to go for proven solutions.

Topics They Care About

Communication Equality
Her nonprofit, Communication 4 ALL, aims to provide communication access to over 30 million nonspeakers with autism worldwide through free, innovative online tools.
Autism Advocacy
Serves on the board of the Autism Society of Florida and the Council of Autistic Advisors, using her platform to change perceptions of nonspeaking autism.
Disability Rights
A vocal advocate for the rights of disabled individuals, emphasizing that communication is a fundamental human right mandated by law.

Media Appearances

Elizabeth has no verified media appearances

Work History

1-2024
Board Member at Autism Society of Florida
5-2022
Council of Autistic Advisors at Autism Society of America
4-2022
Executive Director at Communication 4 ALL

Education

8-2018 - 5-2022
Bachelor's degree from Rollins College

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Exp : 3 Location : Maitland, Florida, United States Job Level : Senior Designation : Board Member at Autism Society of Florida
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Insights For Selling To Elizabeth

During A Call Or A Meeting

DO's

  • When asking them questions, sound relatable and informal
  • Be visibly appreciative of their actions during your interactions
  • Take time to make them feel comfortable before getting to the main pitch

DONT's

  • Avoid unnecessary confrontation if it arises incidentally
  • Don’t ask too many questions that sound too dry and objective
  • Don’t get into excessive details unless prompted

When Cold Calling

When Writing An Email

While Negotiating & Closing

    The secret to closing fast with Elizabeth is

  • Relationships can sway their decisions, followed by the low risk and the presence of good evidence.
  • Will you ever get a clear answer from Elizabeth

  • They are diplomatic when needed and rarely say no directly.

Insights For Deal Planning

    How fast (or slow) will Elizabeth move?

  • Even if they are engaged and friendly, they can take their time to make decisions.
  • Can Elizabeth take some risk or not?

  • They probably won’t put a lot at risk.

You And Elizabeth

Personality Compatibility


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