Nasser is the CEO of Microlink PC Ltd founded in November 1992. The companies’ core mission is to provide disability management and Assistive Technology in both the workplace and educational facilities, working towards an inclusive society and offering support throughout a persons’ lifespan.
Nasser was awarded an OBE in 2011 for his contribution in helping over 300,000 disabled people transition from education into work. He is also a founding member of the British Assistive Technology Association (BATA) and part of the DWP Disability Employer Engagement steering group. In 2015 he received a lifetime achievement award from the National Diversity Awards (NDA) for his contribution to people with disabilities.
In 2008 until the present day Microlink has worked alongside the Lloyds Banking Group to successfully create an award-winning workplace adjustment service for their employees. Microlink’s award winning WPA service is now considered best practice and is widely used by over 25 other leading organisations.
Nasser is consulted on policy and procedure by the Business Disability Forum, is a supporting partner for Purple Space and is regularly consulted with on high level Government and Civil Service policy and guidance.
Nasser is an active contributor to various disability forums and organisations. He spends a considerable part of his working life in advisory roles to education, central government and private sector bodies to improve the outcomes for the disabled people. He has also served as a board member for some of these organisations and is considered an influential person in the field of equal opportunities for disabled people.
Currently serving on the DWP Steering Committee on employer engagement Nasser chairs a group activity on ‘transition into employment for disabled students’.
His mission is to create an inclusive society where all are treated equally and given a level playfield by providing the right tools, support and environments for people with disabilities to not only achieve but thrive.
Dr Nasser Siabi