On this second episode of Season 7 of Inclusion Revolution Radio, sponsored by Toyota, host Novie Craven takes listeners on the road for a special edition of the podcast—recorded live at the Special Olympics Texas Summer Games in Melissa, Texas. From 1 – 4 May, thousands gathered for the largest competition of the year for Special Olympics Texas. With over 2,500 participants, including 1,574 athletes, 112 Unified partners and 859 coaches and volunteers, the event showcased the very best of sport, spirit and inclusion.
In this action-packed episode, listeners will hear directly from Toyota Motor North America and Toyota Financial Services employees and volunteers who were on the ground supporting the Games. Krystal Winfield, Toyota Financial Services Senior Supplier Relationship Analyst, and Michaela Sears Hernandez, Toyota Motor North America Senior Strategic Partnerships Analyst, join Novie to comment on what makes this event so meaningful and how Toyota’s commitment to “Mobility for All” continues to impact athletes of all abilities.
Athletes competed in events like athletics, cycling, gymnastics, soccer, tennis and FUNdamental Sports, while families and supporters cheered them on from the sidelines. Toyota volunteers were actively involved, providing both hands-on support and encouragement to athletes.
Toyota’s sponsorship of this episode highlights its ongoing dedication to advancing access, opportunity and inclusion through sport. As a longtime partner of Special Olympics, Toyota continues to play a pivotal role in amplifying athlete voices and creating accessible experiences across the globe. Driven by the belief that sport can create a more inclusive and respectful world, Toyota has proudly supported Special Olympics since 2018. From World Games to Regional competitions like the Summer Games in Texas, Toyota’s impact extends beyond transportation—helping to power a movement rooted in dignity, unity and human potential.
