PRIDE Industries

05/30/2026

We’re honored to be featured by as they spotlight how PRIDE Industries supports as they transition their skills from service into the civilian workforce and how Veterans Workforce Alliance is helping connect that talent to employers through innovative solutions.

Image: Man in a blue smock handling materials in a medical device manufacturing facility.

For many veterans, leaving the military means more than starting ov...

05/29/2026

Attention area employers! Having a hard time finding qualified job candidates? Then you won't want to miss our fourth annual I AM ABLE Disability Job Fair, coming October 14. As the only in-person job fair for in our region, this unique hiring event is designed to give you access to qualified job seekers in one convenient location—the SAFE Credit Union Convention Center. Don’t miss this chance to showcase your company—secure your space today. And be sure to check out the sponsorship opportunities too! https://loom.ly/i-5aUCU

Image: A teal and orange graphic with photos from a job fair. The text is highlighting employer benefits, including meeting over 1,000 job seekers, connecting with diverse talent, and showcasing inclusive hiring efforts.

05/28/2026

Meaningful employment can change the trajectory of a person’s life, and it starts with access to opportunity. Through our partnership with SourceAmerica and the AbilityOne Program, meaningful employment opportunities are created for people with disabilities across the country, supporting tens of thousands of jobs and delivering billions in products and services each year.

This work is especially important at a time when still face disproportionately high unemployment rates, despite representing a highly skilled and often untapped talent pool.

Partnerships like this make career opportunities possible for like Valentino Corbett, who was recently recognized as a 2026 Achievement Award winner. His leadership and commitment reflect the impact of creating access to meaningful work.

Learn more about SourceAmerica and the AbilityOne Program in this article from The Nelson Report.

Image: A man in a navy blue t-shirt with a white cane stands outdoors.

At a Texas ceremony, SourceAmerica honored leaders in disability employment, showcasing how inclusion strengthens the economy and unlocks an untapped talent pool.

05/27/2026

As hiring challenges persist across hospitality, some tribal casino resorts are taking a different approach—one that’s strengthening teams and expanding opportunity for people with disabilities.

In this Tribal Gaming & Hospitality Magazine article, Darelyn Pazdel, Senior Vice President of Workforce Inclusion at PRIDE Industries, explores how supported employment models are helping casinos improve retention and build dependable workforces.

Image: Tribal Gaming and Hospitality Magazine Logo

By Darelyn Pazdel Hiring challenges continue to pressure the hospitality industry, and tribal casino resorts are feeling the strain more acutely than most. According to the American Hotel & Lodging Association, 67% of hotel operators [...]

05/26/2026

technologies can improve accuracy, transparency, and speed in both the factory and the warehouse—but only if they’re deployed as part of a comprehensive system. Here are the 7 best practices you need to know to get the most from today’s active and intelligent technologies.

Image: The interior of an electronics factory, showing a long, blue, U-shaped conveyer belt

Discover how smart packaging is going beyond passive protection to provide active asset tracking and risk control.

05/25/2026

This Memorial Day, we honor and remember those who made the ultimate sacrifice in service to our country. Their legacy reminds us of the enduring value of service to others.

Image: Graphic with an American flag and text reading “Memorial Day 2026 – Remember and Honor,” alongside the PRIDE Industries logo.

05/23/2026

As AI reshapes the workforce, aren’t being left behind—they’re leading. In this ClearanceJobs article and companion podcast, new research points to career paths where veterans are building durable, long-term success in a changing economy.

Image: A professionally dressed person is climbing up steps outside of an office building.

A new report from Hire Heroes USA and Redeployable offers a data-driven perspective for veterans to find jobs and build fulfilling careers.

05/22/2026

A great example of inclusion in action. Fox 13 News Utah recently spotlighted Lucky Ones Coffee, a nonprofit café in Park City focused on employing and empowering people with disabilities. Beyond their mission, they’re showing local patrons every day what inclusive employment can look like—and the positive impact it can have on an entire community.

Watch the full story 👇

Image: A woman wearing a Lucky Ones Coffee shirt seated inside the coffee shop.

Lucky Ones is a non-profit coffee shop focused on employing and empowering people with disabilities. FULL STORY: https://www.fox13now.com/good-day-utah/park-...

05/21/2026

Did you know 98.1% of home pages have at least one WCAG accessibility failure? Too often, small digital barriers add up—making it harder for people with disabilities to apply for jobs, access services, learn, and connect. This Global Accessibility Awareness Day, let’s turn awareness into action.

Learn more: https://loom.ly/RaReK98


Image: A PRIDE Industries graphic recognizing Global Accessibility Awareness Day on May 15. The design features the PRIDE Industries logo, teal and white background shapes, and text that reads, “Global Accessibility Awareness Day” and “Everyone should have equal access to the digital ecosystem.” A person is shown seated at a table using a laptop.

05/21/2026

Congratulations to Valenino Corbett, a locksmith with PRIDE Industries working at Fort Rucker on our contract, for being recognized with a 2026 Achievement Award at SourceAmerica's Xforce Conference, winning the Honor Roll for Veterans Award. SourceAmerica® is a national nonprofit that helps administer the AbilityOne® Program, which creates employment opportunities for through federal contracts. The Achievement Awards highlight success and innovation across the disability employment ecosystem, honoring individuals who overcome barriers, nonprofits that deliver mission-driven excellence, and business partners who help advance employment opportunities for people with disabilities. Pictured at the event are PRIDE Industries' David Daniel, Jim Gaston, Marco Solis, Shannon Bloxam, David Wickersham, Jennifer Simek, Rob Hines, Gina De Bernardi, Jack Jackman, Kim Curry, Valentino Corbett, Matt Durkovich, Kelly Lyons, Charles Sharp, Darelyn Pazdel, Don Nelson, and CEO Craig Levra.