PRIDE Industries: A Peak Inside That Giant Warehouse in Roseville

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Starting from its humble beginnings at St. Luke's Church in Auburn, California, we explore how the organization has grown into a significant social enterprise under the leadership of influential figures like Mike Ziegler.

Today, PRIDE Industries remains committed to its founding mission of promoting inclusivity in the workforce, emphasizing values such as teamwork, innovation, and tenacity.

Key accomplishments over the past year include expanding their reach and launching a groundbreaking cybersecurity training program to prepare individuals for high-tech careers.

The significant impact that PRIDE, an organization with a workforce comprising about 50% employees with disabilities, has on both individuals and the community. We explore the joy and fulfillment that employees with disabilities bring to the workplace. PRIDE's impressive scale, with 4,500 employees and around $460 million in revenue generated through services like facility management, logistics, and electronics manufacturing.

Understanding and engaging with people with disabilities can transform organizational culture, leading to higher revenues, profits, productivity, and retention. The discussion highlights that many individuals with disabilities remain unemployed due to a lack of awareness and intentional effort from employers. By partnering with organizations like Pride, companies can successfully integrate these valuable employees.

We explore how understanding and engaging with people with disabilities can transform organizational culture, leading to higher revenues, profits, productivity, and retention. By partnering with organizations like PRIDE, companies can successfully integrate these valuable employees.

Appreciation is expressed for the collaboration and dedication shown by all involved, particularly Jeff and the PRIDE staff, for their purposeful and intentional efforts to create meaningful change.

To learn more about PRIDE Industries, visit. https://www.prideindustries.com/
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