Michael Chan
Senior Accessibility Consultant
AccessHub Limited
Accessibility Expert for Hong Kong’s Digital Future
Michael Chan’s been helping Hong Kong organizations build better digital products for 12 years. He’s not just an accessibility consultant — he’s someone who genuinely understands how poor design excludes people. His work spans everything from WCAG 2.1 AA compliance to screen reader optimization, and he’s worked with over 80 organizations across Hong Kong. What sets Michael apart is his pragmatic approach. He doesn’t believe accessible design has to compromise on aesthetics or functionality. Instead, he shows teams how inclusive design actually makes products better for everyone.
At AccessHub Limited, he’s led the charge on accessibility standards implementation, conducted over 150 audits using industry tools like Lighthouse and axe DevTools, and mentored junior consultants on embedding accessibility into product workflows from day one. His specialty? Navigating the unique challenges of Hong Kong’s multilingual, diverse user base while ensuring every interactive component, form, and media element meets the highest accessibility standards.
Education & Certification
Bachelor of Computer Science
University of Hong Kong, 2012
Foundation in web development and software architecture that shapes his technical approach to accessibility challenges.
Digital Accessibility Certification
International Association of Accessibility Professionals
Advanced certification demonstrating mastery of WCAG standards, assistive technologies, and inclusive design principles.
IAAP Member & Specialist
Ongoing Professional Development
Stays current with evolving accessibility standards and emerging technologies through continuous learning and community engagement.
From Developer to Accessibility Leader
Frontend Developer Era (2012–2015)
Started as a frontend developer building websites for Hong Kong startups. Noticed accessibility wasn’t even on the radar, which frustrated him. He’d see talented developers creating beautiful interfaces that excluded people with disabilities.
Transition to Accessibility (2015–2018)
Decided to specialize in accessibility full-time. Completed his IAAP certification and began consulting with organizations on WCAG compliance. Those early projects taught him that accessibility isn’t just about compliance — it’s about dignity and equal access.
Leading AccessHub’s Mission (2018–Present)
Now a Senior Consultant at AccessHub Limited, he’s mentoring teams, conducting detailed audits, and helping organizations embed accessibility into their product development workflows. He’s worked with over 80 Hong Kong organizations and counting.
Areas of Focus
Michael’s work spans the full spectrum of web accessibility, with deep expertise in Hong Kong’s unique digital landscape.
WCAG 2.1 AA Compliance
He doesn’t just check boxes for compliance. Michael helps organizations understand why WCAG standards matter, then implements them in ways that genuinely improve the user experience for everyone. He’s guided 80+ organizations through this process across Hong Kong.
Screen Reader & ARIA Implementation
Screen readers aren’t an afterthought in Michael’s approach — they’re central to the design. He specializes in proper ARIA labeling, semantic HTML structure, and keyboard navigation that works flawlessly with assistive technologies.
Keyboard Navigation & Interactive Components
Every button, form field, and interactive element needs to work perfectly with keyboard alone. Michael ensures focus states are clear, tab order is logical, and all functionality is accessible without a mouse.
Visual Impairment & Contrast Design
From adjustable font sizes to high contrast modes, Michael designs for people with varying degrees of visual ability. He understands color contrast requirements deeply and implements them without sacrificing visual aesthetics.
Accessibility Auditing & Testing
Over 150 audits using Lighthouse, axe DevTools, WAVE, and manual testing. Michael identifies barriers, prioritizes fixes, and tracks progress. He knows which tools to use and when, and more importantly, how to translate technical findings into actionable improvements.
Hong Kong Digital Context
Multilingual interfaces, diverse user bases, regional compliance considerations — Michael understands the specific accessibility challenges that Hong Kong organizations face and designs solutions that work across languages and cultures.
What His Work Actually Achieves
Hong Kong Organizations Guided
From startups to established enterprises, Michael’s worked with diverse teams across different industries and sizes.
Accessibility Audits Completed
Using industry-standard tools like Lighthouse, axe DevTools, and WAVE to identify and resolve accessibility barriers systematically.
Years of Experience
From his first frontend role to leading accessibility initiatives, Michael’s seen the evolution of web standards and accessibility practices.
Users with Disabilities Served
His work directly improves digital access for people with disabilities across Hong Kong every single day.
How Michael Approaches Accessibility
Accessibility Is for Everyone
Michael doesn’t see accessibility as a compliance checkbox. It’s about building products that work better for everyone — whether you’re using a screen reader, navigating with a keyboard, or just trying to read text on your phone in bright sunlight. When you design for accessibility, you’re designing for clarity, simplicity, and respect.
Design Doesn’t Have to Compromise
He’s passionate about proving that accessible design and beautiful design aren’t mutually exclusive. In fact, they enhance each other. Proper contrast makes text more readable for everyone. Clear semantic HTML makes sites faster. Keyboard navigation makes interfaces more intuitive. Accessibility and good design are the same thing.
Featured Articles & Resources
Michael shares his expertise through detailed guides and practical resources on web accessibility.
Screen Readers and ARIA Labels: Getting Started
Learn how to implement proper ARIA labels and semantic HTML to ensure screen reader users get the full experience. Covers best practices and common pitfalls.
Read ArticleKeyboard Navigation: Making Interactive Components Accessible
Every interactive element needs to work with keyboard alone. Discover how to implement proper focus management, tab order, and keyboard shortcuts.
Read ArticleVisual Impairments and Contrast: Font Sizing and High Contrast Modes
Design for people with varying degrees of visual ability. Learn about contrast ratios, scalable typography, and high contrast modes that don’t compromise aesthetics.
Read ArticleAccessibility Audits with Lighthouse and axe: Testing Your Work
Master the tools that identify accessibility barriers. Learn when to use Lighthouse vs. axe DevTools, how to interpret results, and how to fix issues systematically.
Read ArticleReady to Learn More?
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