About Us
Welcome to Flare Access
Illuminating the path to inclusivity, where we ignite change and capture the spotlight on accessibility for all.
At Flare Access, we are more than just an Access Consultancy; we are a community of passionate advocates, led by Sarah O’Mara, a dedicated Access and Inclusion Consultant and Occupational Therapist with a 15-year track record in both Australia and the UK.
Our story is deeply rooted in a personal connection to disability, as Sarah herself has family members with disabilities. This profound connection has ignited her unwavering passion for dismantling barriers to accessibility and creating inclusive experiences. We firmly believe that accessibility shouldn’t be a mere obligation but a genuine commitment to enhancing the lives of people with disabilities and fostering economic growth for businesses.
Sarah’s fervor lies in enabling individuals with disabilities to explore and enjoy their surroundings effortlessly, whether it’s a weekend getaway, a casual coffee with friends, or the thrill of a major sporting event. Her expertise extends to supporting recreation, hospitality, retail and tourism organisations in crafting inclusive experiences and accessible environments throughout the entire customer journey.
As an Access and Inclusion Consultant and certified Occupational Therapist, Sarah brings unparalleled insight to our team, offering disability awareness training and conducting meticulous assessments of the built environment and the customer experience at venues, attractions, and events.
But we are more than just one person – we are a team of dedicated disability advocates, with lived experience of disability. We stand united in our mission to guide businesses towards a more inclusive and accessible world. Our collective knowledge and unwavering dedication enable us to offer comprehensive solutions that go beyond compliance, ensuring that your organisation not only meets accessibility standards but truly embraces and celebrates inclusivity.
At Flare Access, we believe that inclusivity isn’t just a goal; it’s a journey. We invite you to join us on this transformative path, where we will work hand in hand to make the world more welcoming, more accessible, and ultimately, more vibrant for everyone.
Together, we can turn challenges into opportunities and create a world where accessibility is a natural part of everyday life. Welcome to our community of Flare Acess, where we build bridges, break down barriers, and champion inclusivity.
At Flare Access, we believe accessibility should be as attention-grabbing as a bright flare in the night sky, signaling inclusivity and equal opportunity for all. Our mission is to ignite a flare of awareness in the business world, alerting others to the importance of creating accessible and welcoming environments. Join us at Flare Access, where we help your organisation shine as a beacon of inclusion.
Who We Are
Sarah O’Mara, Founder and Director
Access and Inclusion Consultant
Occupational Therapist
Sarah O’Mara is an Access Consultant, Occupational Therapist, and Founder of Flare Access, with over 14 years of experience in Australia and the United Kingdom. Sarah partners with businesses to increase revenue and become industry leaders, creating an inclusive and accessible customer journey by implementing high-impact access solutions and Disability Inclusion training.
Having partnered with the likes of FIFA for the FWWC2023, Scenic World Blue Mountains, CommBank Stadium, City of Sydney, City of Melbourne, Tourism NT, Hospitality NT and small businesses in the Visitor Economy, Sarah supports organisations to establish themselves as leaders who make a profit whilst doing good.
As Curtin University’s Accessible Tourism Consultant, Sarah understands the complexity of creating an accessible customer experience and the importance of positive interactions at every point of contact with your customers.
Sarah supports recreation, hospitality and tourism organisations to understand the relationship between service provision, the built environment and needs of people with disabilities.
Having family with disability, working with clients with disability and being closely integrated in the disability community, Sarah is passionate about helping businesses break down barriers to accessibility, creating inclusive experiences for people with disability and economic growth for businesses at the same time.
The Team
Flare Access is supported by a team whose passion for inclusion inspires exploration and adventure. Flare Access collaborates closely with Consultants and Advisors with lived experience of disability.
We have have a wonderfully passionate and diverse team who want to see every aspect of life inclusive and accessible for everyone.