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Jose Velasco Jr.

José Velasco is a 32-year-old autistic professional, advocate, and speaker from Austin, Texas. He earned an Associate of Applied Science in Computer Information Technology from Austin Community College and currently works as a Tax Examining Technician with the Internal Revenue Service. José is an Eagle Scout and former high school wrestler whose inspiring story “Yes, Way Jose” aired on CBS news in 2013. Jose has shared his experiences as a keynote speaker and panelist at disability and autism conferences, including the Autism Society of America National Conference and the University of Scranton Conference on Disability. José’s story, driven by his wrestling motto “Still Standing”, reflects his belief in perseverance, hard work, and pursuing success on your own timeline.

Financial Disclosure: Honorarium being paid. Conference registration paid. Non-financial: None to disclose.

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January 16, 2027
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