In this focused and actionable presentation, Ana María Bermúdez (Penguin Random House Mexico) shares a practical, step-by-step methodology that any publishing house—regardless of size or structure—can apply to become fully accessible. Drawing on her extensive expertise in digital publishing and intellectual property, Bermúdez provides a clear roadmap for publishers aiming to embed accessibility at the core of their editorial and production processes.
Key Topics Covered:
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Building an Accessible Publishing House: A structured methodology adaptable to diverse publishing contexts and resources.
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Strategic Integration: How to embed accessibility principles into editorial planning, production, and distribution workflows.
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Standards & Compliance: Understanding key accessibility standards and aligning publishing practices with emerging global and regional regulations.
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Long-Term Vision: Moving beyond compliance to foster innovation and inclusive reading experiences for all audiences.
Speaker:
Ana María Bermúdez, Publisher at Penguin Random House Mexico, where she oversees the imprints Conecta and Origen and collaborates with Aguilar. She holds a BA in Linguistics and Hispanic Literature (BUAP) and an MA in Digital Publishing (Universitat Oberta de Catalunya), with additional diplomas in Intellectual Property Management (WIPO), Publishing Studies (UNAM), Business Analytics (Udacity), and Telecommunications and ICT (URJ). Her master’s thesis, La guía para la edición universal en editoriales mexicanas (“Universal Publishing Guide for Mexican Publishing Houses”), reflects her deep commitment to accessibility and innovation in publishing.
This session offers publishers a clear, adaptable framework for taking ownership of accessibility and building inclusive, future-ready publishing ecosystems.
