8.1 A Place to Belong: Kait Gillis on Brewing Community and Inclusion

When Kait Gillis-Hanna opened her coffee shop, it was about more than lattes and pastries—it was about creating a place where everyone belongs. By intentionally hiring people with disabilities, Kait has cultivated a workplace rooted in dignity, purpose, and connection. In this conversation, we talk with Kait about her vision, the challenges and joys of building an inclusive team, and the transformative power of belonging at work. Her story reminds us that when we make space for everyone’s gifts, we enrich not only our workplaces, but our communities as well.