June 25 Webinar – Beyond the Basics: Live ABLE Q&A with the Experts

 

Promotional graphic for an ABLE National Resource Center (ABLE NRC) live webinar titled “Beyond the Basics: Live ABLE Q&A with the Experts.” The webinar is scheduled for Thursday, June 25 at 12:00 p.m. ET. Featured speakers are JJ Hanley, Deputy Chief Officer of Financial Products for Illinois ABLE, and Thomas Hatch, Operations Manager for STABLE Accounts at the Ohio Treasurer Office. A registration link, “bit.ly/ABLEJune25,” appears alongside the event details. The graphic includes the ABLE NRC logo and headshots of both presenters.

ABLE NRC hosts another interactive webinar focused on answering real-world ABLE account questions from individuals, families, professionals and supporters. During our April 2026 “Ask the Experts” webinar, we received more than 200 questions through registration submissions, post-webinar surveys and the live Q&A box. Given the interest in the Q&A format and the volume of questions, this follow-up session builds on foundational ABLE knowledge and explores more advanced topics that current ABLE account owners and their supporters often encounter as they navigate saving, investing and long-term financial planning.

Experts provide practical guidance and insights on topics such as:

  • Account management strategies
  • Contributions and rollover questions
  • Investment considerations
  • ABLE & Trusts working together
  • Special considerations related to public benefits
  • Saving and planning for long-term financial goals

Guest experts from across the ABLE industry:

  • JJ Hanley Deputy Chief Officer Financial Products, Illinois ABLE
  • Thomas Hatch Operations Manager, STABLE Accounts, Ohio Treasurer Office

With experts from the National Disability Institute’s (NDI) ABLE National Resource Center:

  • Jody Ellis – Director, ABLE National Resource Center 
  • Laurie Schaller – Manager, Financial Empowerment 
  • Marlene Ulisky – Manager, Financial Empowerment 
  • Kelley Land – Trainer and Technical Assistance Specialist 

Whether you are actively managing an ABLE account, supporting a loved one or helping others navigate financial decisions, this session is designed to provide clarity and trusted information.