The Acceleration Project (TAP) CEO Jane Veron is one of 19 contributors to a new book, Removing Barriers: Diverse Voices Shaping Tomorrow, by longtime Scarsdale resident and communications executive Bill Doescher. The book was highlighted in Scarsdale10583’s article, “Book Signing and Discussion Dinner for Bill Doescher’s ‘Removing Barriers: Diverse Voices Shaping Tomorrow’ Scheduled for Oct. 21 at Hitchcock Presbyterian Church.”

According to the article, Doescher built the collection by inviting people with deep knowledge of diversity and social justice to share personal stories. The aim, he says, is to “invite numerous voices to retell their lived experiences,” widening the conversation about diversity and positive change. Contributors include faith leaders, business executives, journalists and civil rights voices from Scarsdale and across the country.

Jane was selected for her service to the community and her work supporting under-resourced entrepreneurs. The article notes her tenure as Scarsdale’s mayor from 2021 to 2023 and her role in founding TAP in 2012. Today, TAP’s team is 88 percent women-led, and about 200 pro bono professional consultants provide strategic, financial, operational and marketing advice to small business owners.

This recognition reflects the same belief behind TAP’s work: that expanding access to opportunity strengthens entire communities. You can learn more about Jane’s path in her recent Bizwomen “In Her Own Words” feature, our coverage in Fast Company, and her Substack.

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