Meet Our Team
Caledonia Hanson (they/she)
Founder | Director of Operations
With over 15 years of experience as a Production Designer and creative leader, Caledonia combines firsthand industry knowledge with a passion for building meaningful pathways for underrepresented talent.
Through Viz-Ability, they are redefining how Hollywood discovers, connects with, and champions disabled creatives by putting experience, artistry, and professional achievement front and center.
Erin Zimmerman (she/her)
Director of Digital Engagement
Erin is an award-winning producer, director, and visibility strategist dedicated to helping underrepresented voices share their stories and grow their impact.
As Viz-Ability's Director of Digital Engagement, she leads the initiative's online presence, shaping content and community connection to ensure disabled storytellers are seen, supported, and actively engaged across the entertainment industry. She focuses on building authentic digital spaces that expand reach and turn attention into opportunity.
Akeem Addams (he/him)
Director of Talent Relations | Curator, Hollywood Wall of Fame
Akeem "Baudelaire" Addams is an accomplished opera singer, scare actor, and advocate with a career across stage, TV, and live entertainment.
As Director of Talent Relations and Curator of the Hollywood Wall of Fame, he connects talented disabled performers with meaningful opportunities and highlights their achievements through the initiative’s showcase.
His mission is simple: ensure disabled artists are recognized for their talent, their craft, and the value they bring to every production.
Liz Stern (she/her)
Associate, Sponsorship and Strategic Partnerships
Liz Stern is a producer and event coordinator whose experience spans live events, film and TV, and digital media.
She graduated from Temple University with a B.A. in Media Studies and Production.
Living with Klippel–Trénaunay syndrome, she is passionate about creating authentic disability representation in the media. She is excited to be a part of the Viz-Ability team.
Jake Rogers (he/him)
Associate, Sponsorship and Strategic Partnerships
Jake Rogers is a producing student in USC’s MFA Film and Television Production program.
He grew up between Chicago and Houston, studied communications at the University of the Incarnate Word, and earned a certificate in the Business of Entertainment at USC.
When he’s not working, you’ll usually find him sailing or checking out museums around LA.